The 280 S is a rear wheel drive Bruno Sacco designed saloon (sedan) automobile with a front positioned engine, from Mercedes-Benz.
The 280 S is part of Mercedes-Benz's W 126 model range.
The 2.7 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, double overhead camshaft, 6 cylinder that has an output of 154 bhp (156 PS/115 kW) of power at 5500 rpm, and maximum torque of 223 N·m (164 lb·ft/22.7 kgm) at 4000 rpm.
The engine powers the wheels through a 5 speed manual transmission.
Maximum speed claimed is 200 km/h (124 mph), stated fuel consumption is 8.0/9.9/14.5 l/100km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban as per 80/1268/EEC.
Full specs
Body type
4 door sedan/saloon with 4/5 seats
Length
4995 mm
Engine type
naturally aspirated petrol
Engine size
2.7 litre
Cylinders
6, Straight
Power
156 PS / 154 bhp / 115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Torque
223 Nm / 164 ft.lb / 22.7 kgm @ 4000 rpm
Acceleration
0-100 km/h 11 s
Top speed
200 km/h / 124 mph
Economy
8.0/9.9/14.5 l/100km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban as per 80/1268/EEC