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The 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 SE represents the peak performance V8 for the W140 (Phase-I) series in Europe, ahead of the name change to the S 500. This model is powered by the legendary 5.0-liter M119 engine, which is widely regarded as one of the best engines in the history of Mercedes-Benz thanks to the stable block and the Bosch LH-Jetronic injection system . With 320 hp and an impressive torque of 470 nm, the 500 SE propels the 2-tonne “Cathedral” with extraordinary strength, offering acceleration comparable to sports cars of the time. Equipped with the famous double glazing for acoustic insulation and a long list of luxury appliances, this variant is the true icon of German authority and engineering without compromise.