Mercedes-Benz Simplex 1904 - 1909, Convertible

Mercedes-Benz Simplex 1 generation

Detailed description of this generation will be added soon

Basic Information

Brand Mercedes-Benz
Model Simplex
Class Спорткар
Production Start 1904
Production End 1909

Characteristics Mercedes-Benz Simplex 1 generation

Bodywork

Back track width 1420 mm
Body type Cabriolet
Curb weight 1250 kg
Front track width 1420 mm
Full weight 1650 kg
Height 2255 mm
Length 4250 mm
Number of seater 4
Wheelbase 2620 mm
Width 1810 mm

Engine

Boost type none
Capacity 5322 cm3
Cylinder bore 110 mm
Cylinder layout inline
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 32 hp
Engine type Gasoline
Injection type carburetor
Max power (kW) 24 kW
Max power at RPM 1200 RPM
Number of cylinders 4
Stroke cycle 140 mm
Valves per cylinder 2

Gearbox and handling

Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 4

Operating characteristics

Max speed 60 km/h

Suspension and brakes

Back suspension Dependent, spring
Front brakes drum
Front suspension Dependent, spring
Rear brakes drum

General information

Car class S
Country Germany
Steering wheel position Right

Available engines

1
modifications

Petrol

1 variants
5.3 L, 32 hp, petrol, manual, rear-wheel drive
Body: Cabriolet
5.3 MT (32 hp)
1904 – 1909
5.3 MT RWD (32 hp)
1904 – 1909