Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 0–60 Times
The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 1 recorded performance test sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Road & Track and more.
The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 10.20 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 17.70 seconds at 81.5 mph, according to Road & Track.
The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster, which took 10.20 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.70 seconds at 81.5 mph, according to Road & Track.
Out of all the Mercedes-Benz 450 SL tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 10.20 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 17.70 seconds at 81.50 mph.
Fastest 0–60
10.20sec
1974 Roadster · stock
Average 0–60
10.20sec
Across 1 run
Avg ¼ Mile
17.70sec
@ 81.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
10.20sec
1974 Roadster
Across 1 verified run, the Mercedes-Benz 450 SL ranges from 10.20 to 10.20 seconds 0–60, with a 10.20-second average.
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Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R107 | 1972–1980 | 10.20s | 10.20s — 1974 Roadster | 1 | The R107 generation (1972–1980) averaged 10.20 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1974 Roadster at 10.20 seconds. Output was 225 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations. |
R107
1972–1980
Avg 0–60
10.20s
Fastest
10.20s
Tests
1
1974 Roadster
The R107 generation (1972–1980) averaged 10.20 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1974 Roadster at 10.20 seconds. Output was 225 hp across 4.5L V8 configurations.
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Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
1 test · 1 year
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1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
10.20
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
17.70
sec
Recorded Tests
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1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster
10.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
17.70s
¼ mi @ 81.5 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 10.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.5 mph
- Engine
- 4.5L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 3A
- Horsepower
- 225 hp
- Torque
- 278 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,700 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 16.4 lbs/hp
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 1
How we verify Mercedes-Benz 450 SL performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz 450 SL trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mercedes-Benz 450 SL performance FAQs
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The quickest Mercedes-Benz 450 SL on record is the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster, which runs 0–60 mph in 10.20 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 17.70 seconds at 81.5 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster, which takes 10.20 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 17.70 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 1 verified run, a Mercedes-Benz 450 SL reaches 60 mph in 10.20 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 17.70 seconds at roughly 81.5 mph.
We have verified test data for 1 model year. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz 450 SL can do, not a single marketing claim.
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