1961-1967 W112 OverviewMercedes W112 Overview (1961 - 1967)
1961 - 1967
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 121 mph
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- 10.7 - 11.7 seconds
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- 158 - 168 hp
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- 16.2 - 18.1 mpg
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- 3,373 - 3,781 lbs
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- 22.6 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 18.7 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 15.9 ft3 (Convertible)
The Mercedes W112 was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 1961 - 1967. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé or convertible. There are two power levels available from a 3 L Inline 6 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and swing axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the W112 is the Mercedes 300 SE which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 158 hp and a power/weight ratio of 21.34 lb/hp it has a top speed of 109 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes 300 SE LWB is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 371 miles and can store 22.6 cubic feet of cargo.