Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 (Unknown)

Background

The Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 is the high-performance version of the W116 S-Class saloon. It was based on the extended-wheelbase version of the W116 S-Class platform, introduced in 1972, but equipped with an M100 V8 engine from their flagship Mercedes-Benz 600, uprated to 6.8 litre engine, and featuring full hydropneumatic suspension, licensed from Citroën.

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Specification

Produced: 7,380 units
Engine: 6,834cc SOHC V8 (M100 E69), twin-choke Bosch mechanical fuel injection
Power: 282 hp
Weight: 1,935 kg
Dimensions: 5,060 × 1,870 × 1,410 mm

Notes

Flagship of the W116 S-Class range, distinguished by a hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension (Citroen-derived technology, re-engineered by Mercedes-Benz); the executive supercar of the 1970s.

Sources

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