| Competition Page | 1962 PCS Book |
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz Class: F Model: 190 SL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ DESCRIPTION: 2-Seater Convertible Dry Weight: 2332 lbs ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ENGINE: Type .............. 4 cyl ohc Bore & stroke ..... 3.34" x 3.29" Capacity .......... 1897 cc Comp ratio ........ 8.5:1 Head material ..... Light Metal Port size ......... Intake 1.957" sq; Exhaust 1.407" sq Piston material ... Light Metal Piston weight ..... 1.41 lbs Timing data: Intake .... Open 44° BTDC, Close 87° ABDC Exhaust ... Open 81° BBDC, Close 42° ATDC Valve lift: ....... 0.374" (intake), 0.315 (exhaust) Valve head dia: Intake .... 1.74" Exhaust ... 1.46" Valve spring ...... Carburation ....... Two Solex 44PHH ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE TRAIN: Ratios: 1 3.52 2 2.32 3 1.52 4 1.0 5 Final drive ratios: 3.9 = 39/10 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ CHASSIS Wheelbase ................... 94-1/2" Track dimension, front ...... 56-5/16" Track dimension, rear ....... 57-7/8" Shock absorber .............. Telescopic Steering ratio .............. 18.5 Brakes ...................... Tire size ................... 6.40 x 13 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ APPROVED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT