The Mercedes-Benz 280 S is a saloon (sedan) designed by Bruno Sacco with 4 doors and a front mounted engine which delivers the power to the rear wheels.
The 280 S forms part of Mercedes-Benz's W 126 range of cars.
Its 2.7 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, double overhead camshaft, 6 cylinder unit that develops 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.
Power is delivered to the wheels by means of a 4 speed manual gearbox.
Stated weight at the kerb is 1560 kg.
It is said to be able to attain a maxiumum speed of 200 km/h (124 mph), quoted fuel consumption figures are 8.9/11.1/16.9 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
Weight
1560 kg
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
8.9/11.1/16.9 l/100km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban as per 80/1268/EEC