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Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse and predecessors

1954 – 1959 Germany

A classic from the 1950s, the Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse and predecessors was built from 1954 to 1959. Its petrol engines range from 84 to 116 hp across 4 variants. Every version has a manual gearbox. Compared with the previous generation (1952 – 1956), peak power fell from 125 to 116 hp, and minimum weight went down by 560 kg. The same generation also came as a convertible.

Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse and predecessors 1 / 2
Body styleNot specified
Production1954 – 1959
Variants4
FuelPetrol

Other body styles

Convertible 1952 – 1958

Key specifications (range)

Power84 – 116 hp
0–100 km/h15.0 – 19.0 s
Top speed148 – 159 km/h
Fuel economy9.8 – 11.2 L/100 km

Rear Wheel Drive

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Ford Thunderbird1955 – 1977 up to131 hp
VariantFuelPower0–100TopGearbox
219 4MT RWD (84 HP)
2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive
 Gasoline 84 hp 17.0 s 148 4-speed manual
220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP)
2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive
 Gasoline 84 hp 19.0 s 150 4-speed manual
220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP)
2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive
 Gasoline 99 hp 15.5 s 159 4-speed manual
220 SE 4MT RWD (116 HP)
2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive
 Gasoline 116 hp 15.0 s 159 4-manual speed

Engine

Cylinders
L6
Displacement
2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power
62 KW @ 4800 RPM84 HP @ 4800 RPM83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque
111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel
Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed
92 mph (148 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
17 s

Transmission

Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox
4-speed manual

Brakes

Front
Ventilated Drums
Rear
Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size
6.40-13

Dimensions

Length
183.1 in (4651 mm)
Width
68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height
61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track
56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase
108.3 in (2751 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight
2777 lbs (1260 kg)
Gross Weight Limit
3803 lbs (1725 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined
21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions
267 g/km

Engine

Cylinders
L6
Displacement
2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power
62 KW @ 4800 RPM84 HP @ 4800 RPM83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque
111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel
Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed
93 mph (150 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
19 s

Transmission

Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox
4-speed manual

Brakes

Front
Ventilated Drums
Rear
Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size
6.70-13

Dimensions

Length
185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width
68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height
61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track
56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase
111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight
2822 lbs (1280 kg)
Gross Weight Limit
3814 lbs (1730 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined
24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions
233 g/km

Engine

Cylinders
L6
Displacement
2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power
73 KW @ 4800 RPM99 HP @ 4800 RPM98 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque
118 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM160 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel
Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed
99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
15.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox
4-speed manual

Brakes

Front
Ventilated Drums
Rear
Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size
6.70-13

Dimensions

Length
185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width
68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height
61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track
56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase
111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight
2921 lbs (1325 kg)
Gross Weight Limit
3946 lbs (1790 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined
22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions
254 g/km

Engine

Cylinders
L6
Displacement
2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power
85 KW @ 4800 RPM116 HP @ 4800 RPM114 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque
139 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM188 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System
Mechanical Injection
Fuel
Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed
99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
15 s

Transmission

Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox
4-manual speed

Brakes

Front
Ventilated Drums
Rear
Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size
6.70-13

Dimensions

Length
187 in (4750 mm)
Width
68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height
61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track
56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase
111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight
2965 lbs (1345 kg)
Gross Weight Limit
3990 lbs (1810 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined
22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions
254 g/km
Length4,651 – 4,750 mm
Width1,740 mm
Height1,560 mm
Wheelbase2,751 – 2,819 mm
Curb weight1,260 – 1,345 kg
Torque150 – 188 Nm

Ranges across all 4 variants of this generation.