
The 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL with manual transmission was the rarest and most dynamic variant of the long-haul wheelbase (lang) limousine. This vehicle is powered by the legendary M189 engine, a 2996 cm3 Gasoline engine with aluminum block and mechanical injection Bosch, which produces 160 hp / 158 HP / 117.5 kW at 5000 rpm and a 251 Nm torque at 3800 rpm. Combining 100mm of added space in the rear with a 4-speed manual gearbox , this car offered more direct control over engine power compared to the automatic versions. Equipped with standard pneumatic suspension and four-wheel disc brakes, the 300 SEL manual achieved a top speed of 185 km/h and accelerated from 0-100 km/h in 9.8 seconds .