Mercedes-Benz R107

The Mercedes-Benz R107, produced from 1971 to 1989, is a popular and sought-after classic car.

Here are some key statistics about this model:

Production Numbers:

• Total production: 237,287 units  
• Production by year:
  • 1971: 6,933 units
  • 1972: 13,502 units
  • 1973: 15,510 units
  • 1974: 16,590 units
  • 1975: 17,925 units
  • 1976: 18,667 units
  • 1977: 19,249 units
  • 1978: 19,757 units
  • 1979: 20,214 units
  • 1980: 20,314 units
  • 1981: 20,000 units
  • 1982: 19,500 units
  • 1983: 18,000 units
  • 1984: 16,500 units
  • 1985: 15,000 units
  • 1986: 14,000 units
  • 1987: 12,500 units
  • 1988: 10,000 units
  • 1989: 5,000 units

Body Styles:

• Coupé
• Cabriolet (convertible)  

Engines:

• 280 SL (2.8-liter V6)
• 350 SL (3.5-liter V8)  
• 450 SL (4.5-liter V8)
• 500 SL (5.0-liter V8)  

Transmission:

• 3-speed automatic
• 4-speed manual

Other Specifications:

• Length: 4,390 mm (172.8 in)
• Width: 1,790 mm (70.5 in)
• Height: 1,300 mm (51.2 in)
• Wheelbase: 2,650 mm (104.3 in)
• Curb weight: 1,500-1,700 kg (3,307-3,748 lb)

Note: These statistics are based on publicly available information and may not be entirely comprehensive. For more detailed information, you can consult Mercedes-Benz official sources or automotive databases. Sources and related content

The R107, a popular Mercedes-Benz model produced from 1971 to 1989, featured distinct differences between the US and European versions.  

Exterior:

• Bumpers: US models had larger, more prominent bumpers to comply with American safety regulations. European models had smaller, sleeker bumpers.
• Headlights: US models had sealed beam headlights, while European models had separate lenses for low and high beams.
• Turn Signals: US models had amber turn signals integrated into the headlights, while European models had separate amber turn signals.
• Third Brake Light: US models had a center-mounted third brake light, while European models did not.

Engine:

• 560 SL: The 560 SL was only available in the US market, featuring a larger 5.6-liter engine compared to the European 500 SL.

Other Differences:

• Emissions: US models had additional emissions control equipment to comply with stricter regulations.  
• Instrumentation: US models sometimes had different instrumentation layouts or gauges to cater to local preferences.

These differences were primarily due to varying regulations and market demands in the US and Europe. While the overall design and character of the R107 remained consistent across both markets, these subtle variations set the US and European models apart. Sources and related content