Car Specs

1933 Mercedes-Benz 290 Sedan

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Mercedes-Benz

Quick Facts

Chassis Code: W 18

Build Start: 1933

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Specifications

General

Build Start: 1933
Model Variant: W 18
Chassis Code: W 18

Dimensions

Wheelbase: 2880mm
Track/tread (rear): 1476mm
Width: 1730mm
Fuel Tank Capacity: 56litres
Track/tread (front): 1435mm
Length: 4590mm
Height: 1660mm
Kerb weight: 1725kg

Body Details

Body Type: 4/5 seater sedan/saloon

Engine Details

Top Gear Ratio: 0.75
Engine Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz
Cylinders: Straight 6
Bore × Stroke: 78 × 100mm
Specific output: 20.6bhp/litre
Engine Coolant: Water
Aspiration: Normal
Engine Layout: longitudinal
Final Drive Ratio: 5.66
Engine Type: naturally aspirated petrol
Engine Code: M 18
Capacity: 2.9 litre (2867cc)
Bore/stroke ratio: 0.78
Compression Ratio: 5.75:1
Crankshaft Bearings: 7
Catalytic converter: N
Engine Position: front
Gearbox: 3 speed manual

Performance

Maximum Speed: 108km/h
Weight-to-power ratio: 39.21kg/kW
Maximum Power Output: 60 @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 34.68 PS/tonne (1000 kg)
Drive Wheels: rear wheel drive

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Fuel Consump.

Fuel system: 1 Solex 35 BFV carburettor

Chassis & Geomtry

Length:Wheelbase Ratio: 1.59
Front Suspension: I.UW.CS.
Rear suspension: SwAx.CS.

Brakes

Brakes F/R: Dr/Dr

Wheels & Tyres

Tyres Front: 6.50-17
Tyres Rear: 6.50-17

Other

RAC rating: 22.6
Valve Gear: side valve (SV), 2 valves per cylinder, 12 valves in total
Number of doors: 4
Unitary Capacity: 477.83cc

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