1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 600

tags	r129, sl600
submitted by	Richard Owen
engine	V12
valvetrain	DOHC 4 Valves / Cyl
displacement	5987 cc / 365.3 in³
bore	89 mm / 3.5 in
stroke	80 mm / 3.15 in
compression	10.0:1
power	290.1 kw / 389.0 bhp @ 5200 rpm
specific output	64.97 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	191.72 bhp per tonne
torque	569.44 nm / 420.0 ft lbs @ 3800 rpm
redline	6000
driven wheels	Front Engine / RWD
front tires	245/40ZR-18
rear tires	275/35ZR-18
front brakes	Vented Discs w/ ABS
rear brakes	Vented Discs w/ ABS
front wheels	F 45.7 x 20.3 cm / 18.0 x 8.0 in
rear wheels	R 45.7 x 22.9 cm / 18.0 x 9.0 in
steering	Recirculating Ball w/Power Assist
curb weight	2029 kg / 4473 lbs
wheelbase	2515 mm / 99.0 in
front track	1535 mm / 60.4 in
rear track	1523 mm / 60.0 in
length	4499 mm / 177.1 in
width	1812 mm / 71.3 in
height	1303 mm / 51.3 in
transmission	5-Speed Auto
gear ratios	3.59:1, 2.19:1, 1.41:1, 1.00:1, 0.83:1
top speed	~249.4 kph / 155.0 mph
0 – 60 mph	~5.9 seconds