1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
In February 1954, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W 198) made its sensational debut at the International Motor Sports Show in New York. The new sports car exuded elegance and innovation in equal measure. It was the world’s first four-stroke production passenger car to be equipped with output- and efficiency-enhancing direct fuel injection.
Breath-taking engine output of 215 hp (158 kW) provided a top speed of 250 km/h, depending on final drive ratio.
