Mercedes-Benz 220S (180) Technical Specifications

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Mercedes 220S
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  • Years of Manufacture: 1956 - 1959
  • Number Built:
    • 220S Sedan: 55,279
    • 220S Convertible and Coupe: 3,429
  • Price at Introduction:
    • 220S 4 Door Sedan: DM 12,500
    • 220S 2 Door Convertible: DM 21,500
    • 220S 2 Door Hardtop Coupe: DM 21,500
    • Hydrak Transmission: DM 450
  • Date of Introduction:
    • March, 1956
  • Chassis/Body:
    • Unit frame and body
  • Exterior Dimensions (Sedan):
    • Total Length: 187.0 inches (4750mm)
    • Total Width: 68.5 inches (1740mm)
    • Height at Kerb Weight Sedan: 61.4 inches (1560mm)
    • Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2820mm)
  • Exterior Dimensions (Convertible and Coupe):
    • Total Length: 183.9 inches (4670mm)
    • Total Width: 69.5 inches (1765mm)
    • Height at Kerb Weight Sedan: 60.2 inches (1530mm)
    • Wheelbase: 106.3 inches (2700mm)
  • Track:
    • Front Track: 56.2 inches (1430mm)
    • Rear Track: 57.9 inches (1470mm)
  • Kerb Weight:
    • Sedan: 2970lb (1350kg)
    • Coupe: 3102lb (1410kg)
    • Convertible: 3219lb (1450kg)
  • Fuel Tank:
    • 16.9 gallons (64.0 litres)

Hydrak Transmission
Hydrak Transmission...
  • Turning Circle:
    • Sedan: 38.0 ft (11.7 metres)
    • Coupe and Convertible: 37.0 ft (11.4 metres)
  • Instruments:
    • Speedometer
    • Petrol gauge
    • Temp warning lamp
    • Oil warning lamp
  • Transmission:
    • 1st: 3.52:1
    • 2nd: 2.32:1
    • 3rd: 1.52:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Clutch:
    • Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
  • Rear Axle Ratio:
    • 4.10:1
  • Engine Speed at 100 km/h:
    • 3320 rpm
  • 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h):
    • 17.0 seconds (approx)
  • Maximum Speed:
    • 160 km/h (99.5 mph)
  • Engine 6 Cylinder M 180:
    • Capacity: 2195cc 133.9ci
    • Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
    • Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
    • Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with one valve per cylinder
    • Fuel System: Dual downdraft Solex 32 PAJTA carburettor
    • Bore and Stroke: 3.15 x 2.87 inches (80 x 72.8mm)
    • Power: 100 hp @ 4800rpm (from August 1957 106 hp @ 5200rpm)
    • Torque: 16.5 mkg @ 3500rpm (119 ft/lb)
    • Compression Ratio: 7.6:1 (from August 1957 8.7:1)
  • Ignition and Electrical:
    • 12 volt
    • Coil and alternator
  • Exhaust:
    • Single tail-pipe
  • Suspension:
    • Front: Independent type with coil springs
    • Rear: Single joint swing axle with coil springs
  • Steering:
    • Recirculating ball, ratio 21.4:1 (4 turns)
  • Brakes:
    • Drum, 1064 cm sq. 164.9 sq in. servo assisted
  • Wheels:
    • 13" Pressed steel disc wheels
  • Tyres:
    • 6.70 x 13 sport
220S Production Schedule
Vehicle
Year
Cars Manufactured
220S Sedan (180 II)

1956

10,525
1957
15,459
1958
20,181
1959
9,114
Total:
55,279
220S Convertible & Coupe (180 II)
1956
297
1957
1,066
1958
1,280
1959
786
Total:
3,429
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