Mercedes-Benz M124 engine

Mercedes-Benz M124
Overview
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Production1939 - 1940 (prototype)
Layout
ConfigurationStraight-eight
Displacement5.8 L (354 cu in)
Cylinder bore95 mm (3.740 in)
Piston stroke100 mm (3.937 in)
Cylinder block materialCast iron
Cylinder head materialCast iron
Valvetrain16-valve, DOHC, two valves per cylinder
Valvetrain drive systemGears
Compression ratio6.5:1[1]
RPM range
Max. engine speed3600 rpm
Combustion
SuperchargerRoots-type supercharger
Fuel systemCarburetor
Oil systemDry sump
Output
Power output197 hp (147 kW) at 3400 rpm, peak (compressor engaged) 128 hp (95 kW) at 3400 rpm, continuous
Torque output353 lb⋅ft (479 N⋅m) at 2200 rpm, peak (compressor engaged)

The Mercedes-Benz M124 engine is a prototype supercharged, 5.8-liter, straight-8 engine manufactured by Mercedes-Benz in 1939.[2]

Applications

  • 1939 Mercedes-Benz 580K (W129) (prototype)[1][3][4]

References

  1. ^ a b "Mercedes Benz W129 580 K Sport Roadster Specs". ultimatespecs.com. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
  2. ^ "Mercedes-Benz M124 Engine". Sportlich-Leicht. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
  3. ^ "1939 Mercedes-Benz 580 K Sport Roadster #W 24". carfolio.com. Retrieved 2024-07-03.
  4. ^ "Mercedes 580 K Sport Roadster (1939 model year) - specifications and photos". en.carspec.info.