Mercedes AMG E Amg (w210)

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There were four engines that AMG installed in the W210.

The first was the E36, M104.995, launched in 1996 then the M119.985 in the Euro Spec E50 AMG produced only in 1997. There was also an option for the M119.985 V8 that was bored out to 6.0L and increased power to 381 PS (280 kW) the cars these were fitted to were designated as the E60 and came in sedan and wagon varieties. A limited edition 6.3L version, also badged E60 AMG were built in 1996 generating 405 PS (298 kW) and 454 ft·lbf (616 N·m) of torque. In 1998 came the M113 powered E55 which used a 5.4L V8 SOHC 24V to produce 354 PS (260 kW) and 391 ft·lbf (530 N·m) of torque.

The body styling on all of the W210 AMG models was the same until 2000 when a facelift and interior upgrades were implemented. The W210 E55 was the last vehicle for which a major portion of production took place at AMG in Affalterbach. Production was actually split between Affalterbach and the Bremen Mercedes Benz facility until the end of 2001.

E36 AMG

The rarest of all AMG models due to low productions numbers worldwide. The European-spec E36 was produced from 1990 - 1993 W124 and 1996 - 1997 w210 and was not available on the US market. In Australia, they cost upwards of AUD $185,000 (new) and there were only 49 units sold, making them a very rare and sought-after car amongst enthusiasts.

Production Figures: <400 (production models).

Performance

  • 0-100 6,7 s (AMG figure)
  • Top speed: 250 km/h (Electronically limited)

The E36 look identical to the E55 (pre-facelift).

E50 AMG

The European-spec E50 was only produced for the 1997 model year. The E50 was not available on the US market.

Production Figures: ~2,870 (production models).

  • Chassis 210.072
  • Motor M 119.985
  • Transmission 722.60x

Engine

  • 90° V8, high-pressure die-cast alloy block, alloy heads
  • Displacement 5.0 L (6.0)
  • Bore 3.72 in (94 mm)
  • Stroke 3.51 in (89 mm)
  • Compression ratio: 11.2:1 (same)
  • Output 342 hp (347 PS) at 5550 rpm
  • Torque 355 ft·lbf (481 N·m) at 3200 - 4400 rpm
  • Valve Gear double roller chain-driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
  • Redline 6000 rpm Distributor-less computer controlled ignition. Electronic Fuel Injection (Bosch LH Jetronic)

(Same engine used in the S500/C, SL500, with tuned exhaust and cylinder head)

Transmission

  • 5 and 6 speed (optional) auto 722.609 (same as C43, E55, SL/S600/c)
  • Final drive ratio 2.82
  • 1st gear 3.59
  • 2nd gear 2.19
  • 3rd gear 1.41
  • 4th gear 1.00
  • 5th gear 0.83
  • Reverse gear R1 3.16
  • Reverse gear R2 1.90 (Winter Mode)

Performance

  • General Consensus 0-60 mph / 0-100kmh ~6 SECs
  • 0-100 6,2 s (AMG figure)
  • 0-100 5,8 s (Auto Motor und Sport 9/96)
  • Top speed: 270 km/h (Drag limited)

The 1998 and 1999 E55 are identical to the E50 (pre-facelift).

2001 E55 AMG

The 2001 model year E55 was a rare version of the W210 E55 AMG, of which only 659 units were produced in 2001. It has a 5.5-liter V8 that produces 355 hp and 391 ft-lb of torque. Various road tests revealed ranges of 0–60 mph times in 4.8-5.3 seconds and quarter-mile times in 13.3–13.5 seconds at around 105–107 mph.

Common items were AMG exclusive "Condor" leather, black birdseye maple interior wood trim, AMG monoblock staggered 18-inch wheels and tires, AMG sport suspension, AMG brakes, AMG/Avantegarde front and rear body aprons with "dynamic" side skirts, AMG body shell modification, HID xenon headlights, Avantgarde fog lamps, heated multicontour AMG sport seats with power and memory, multifunction computer, automatic climate control system, Bose premium sound system, power tilt and telescoping leather-covered AMG multifunction sport steering wheel, power glass sunroof, power rear sun shade, and blue glass. Most of these items were standard in North America.

1999 E55 AMG

The W210 E55 was produced for 5 years 1998 through 2002 with a facelift in 2000. Production Figures. ~12000 accounted for (production Models). 3000 per year. 500 per year imported to North America.

  • Chassis: 210.074
  • Motor: M 113.980
  • Transmission: 722.622

Engine

  • 90 degree V-8, high-pressure die-cast alloy block, alloy heads
  • Displacement 5.4 L
  • Bore 3.82 in (97 mm)
  • Stroke 3.62 in (92 mm)
  • Compression ratio 10.5:1
  • Output 349 hp (354 PS) at 5550 rpm
  • Torque 391 ft·lbf (530 N·m) at 3150 - 4500 rpm
  • Valve Gear chain-driven SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder.
  • Redline 6,000 rpm

Transmission

  • 5 speed auto 722.6 (same as W202 C55, E55, SL/S600/c)
  • Final drive ratio 2.82
  • 1st gear 3.59
  • 2nd gear 2.19
  • 3rd gear 1.41
  • 4th gear 1.00
  • 5th gear 0.83
  • Reverse gear R1 3.16
  • Reverse gear R2 1.90 (Winter Mode)

Performance

  • General Consensus 0-62 mph - 0–100 km/h 5.4 s
  • 0-100: 5,4 s AMG figure (1999)
  • Station Wagon (T-modell): 5,7 s
  • 0-100: 5,3 s (Auto Motor und Sport 7/98)
  • Top speed: 250 km/h (155.5 mph) Electronically limited.

E50, E60 and E55 AMG - common technical specifications

Suspension

  • Front Independent double wishbone with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar.
  • Rear 5-arm multilink with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar.

Brakes Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system with vacuum servo unit, disk brakes, internally ventilated, two piece front "floating" rotors and 2-piston front floating calipers.

Steering

  • Type Rack-and-pinion with speed-sensitive power assist and integrated hydraulic damper.
  • turns lock-to-lock 3.20
  • turning circle curb-to-curb 37.2 ft (11.3 m)

Wheels and tires (tyres)

  • Wheel Size(front) 8.0J x 18 in
  • Wheel Size(rear) 9.0J x 18 in
  • Wheel Type Aluminum Alloy AMG II Monoblock
  • Tires 235/40ZR18 front, 265/35ZR18 rear

Dimensions and weight

  • Wheelbase 111.5 in/2,833 mm
  • Front track 61.4 in/1,560 mm
  • Rear Track 60.8 in/1,543 mm
  • Length 189.4 in/4,810 mm
  • Width 70.8 in/1,799 mm
  • Height 56.9 in/1,445 mm
  • Curb Weight 3,768 lb/1,715 kg
  • Coefficient of drag: 0.29 Cd
  • Power-to-weight ratio: 0.09

Options available Power adjustable front seats, power tilt & telescoping leather-covered AMG sport steering wheel, leather upholstery, leather shift knob, 5 speed automatic transmission, Brake Assist System (BAS), Electronic Stability System (ESP), automatic climate control with charcoal filter, heated front seats, heated rear seats, front and side airbags, power windows, metallic paint, xenon HID headlamps. Most of the options were standard in North America.

E55 after 2000 supplemental information

Suspension

  • Front: Independent double wishbone with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar.
  • Rear: Independent 5-arm multilink with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. Separate AMG-Bilstein gas-pressurized shock absorbers and progressive-rate coil springs. Larger, solid stabilizer bars.