1936 Mercedes-Benz 540K Cabriolet C Special Specifications

Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Production Years for Series1934 - 1940
Coach WorkSindelfingen
Weight5720 lbs | 2594.6 kg

Performance
0-60 mph16.4 seconds.
Top Speed105 mph | 168.9 km/h

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationS
Cylinders8
Aspiration/InductionSupercharged
Roots Type
Displacement5.40 L | 329.5 cu in. | 5400.5 cc.
Valves16 valves.
2 valves per cylinder.
ValvetrainOHV
Horsepower180.00 HP (132.5 KW) @ 3500.00 RPM
Torque318.00 Ft-Lbs (431.2 NM) @ 2200.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio31.8 LB / HP
HP / Liter33.3 BHP / Liter
Main Bearings9
Fuel TypeGasoline - Petrol
Fuel FeedCarburetor
Updraft carburetor
BlockCast-iron
HeadCast-iron

Standard Transmission
Gears4
TransmissionManual