500E (W124)
1991–1994
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Wolf in sheep's clothing. Assembled by Porsche in Zuffenhausen — each car shuttled between Stuttgart and the Porsche factory. The original super sedan.
History
Mercedes didn't have capacity to build the 500E, so each body shell was sent to Porsche for hand-assembly of the drivetrain, suspension, and interior. The fenders were widened to fit the V8, and the ride height lowered. From the outside, only the cognoscenti could tell it apart from a standard W124.
Production & Heritage
Production Total10,479
DesignerBruno Sacco / Porsche (assembly)
Production Period1991–1994
Estimated Value$40K–$80K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine5.0L V8 (M119)
Power326 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque480 Nm
0–60 mph5.5 sec
Top Speed250 km/h (Electronically limited)
Transmission4-speed automatic (722.3)
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,760 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.29
BodySteel unibody, widened fenders
Engine Details
Engine CodeM119.974
Displacement5.0L (4,973 cc)
Bore x Stroke96.5 x 85 mm
Compression10.0:1
Valves4 per cylinder (32 total)
Fuel SystemBosch KE5-Jetronic
Performance
0–100 km/h5.9 sec
0–60 mph5.5 sec
Top Speed250 km/h (Electronically limited)
Weight-to-Power5.4 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,750 mm
Width1,796 mm
Height1,411 mm
Wheelbase2,800 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension5-link multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated disc 300mm
Rear BrakesVentilated disc 278mm
SteeringRecirculating ball, power-assisted
Tires225/55 ZR16
Capacity
Fuel Tank80 L
Doors4
Seats5
Source: auto-data.net, media.mercedes-benz.com
