Mercedes-Benz W140 6.0 Sedan
300 kW408 PS402 hp580 Nm1991–1998
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- Power
- 300 kW 408 PS · 402 hp
- Torque
- 580 Nm 428 lb-ft
- Kerb weight
- 2,180 kg
- Boot volume
- 525 l
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
- Length
- 5,113 mm
Under the bonnet of the Mercedes-Benz W140 6.0 600 SE / 600 SEL (408 PS, 1991–1993) sedan sits a 6.0-litre twelve-cylinder petrol engine, good for 300 kW (408 PS) and 580 Nm of torque. The W140 6.0 600 SE / 600 SEL (408 PS, 1991–1993) has rear-wheel drive.
It is the most powerful of the 4 versions in the W140 (1991–1998) range, with 111% more output than the entry 2.8 300 SE / S 280 (142 kW). The W140 6.0 600 SE / 600 SEL (408 PS, 1991–1993) is also the strongest on torque (580 Nm) and the best on power-to-weight (187 PS per tonne). The car reaches 250 km/h and weighs 2,180 kg.
Where the W140 6.0 600 SE / 600 SEL (408 PS, 1991–1993) stands out
- Most powerful version of the W140 (1991–1998): 300 kW (408 PS)
- Most torque in the range: 580 Nm
- Best power-to-weight in the range: 187 PS per tonne
- Top speed of 250 km/h
- Large boot: 525 l
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,987 cm³ 6.0 l · 365 cu in |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Power | 300 kW 408 PS · 402 hp |
| Torque | 580 Nm 428 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h 155 mph |
|---|
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 5,113 mm 201.3 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,886 mm 74.3 in |
| Height | 1,486 mm 58.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 3,040 mm 119.7 in |
| Kerb weight | 2,180 kg 4,806 lb |
| Boot volume | 525 l 18.5 cu ft |
Production
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Years | 1991–1998 |
| Generation | W140 (1991–1998) |
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