In general, this car is my mistress, she always needs something. When she gets it she then demands something else.....but I do care for her...
Model S 500 4Matic 2003
Powertrain Layout Front Engine / RWD
Base Price $85,920 US

Performance

Top Speed 249.9 kph / 155.3 mph
0 - 62 mph 6.5 seconds
Dimensions
Length 5043 mm / 198.5 in
Width 1855 mm / 73.0 in
Height 1449 mm / 57.0 in
Wheelbase 2965 mm / 116.7 in
Weight 1980 kg / 4,365 lbs
Front /Rear Track F 1574 mm / 62.0 in
R 1574 mm / 62.0 in
Engine
Configuration 5.0 Liter V8
Valvetrain SOHC 3 Valves / Cylinder
Displacement 4966 cc / 303.0 cu
Power 228.2 kW / 306.0 bhp at 5600 rpm
Bore 97 mm / 3.8 in
Stroke 84 mm / 3.3 in
Compression Ratio 10:1
Bhp / Liter 61.62 bhp
Redline 6400 rpm
Classis & Body
Body / Frame Unit Steel
Steering Speed Sensitive Rack & Pinion
Brake Type Hydraulic Dual-Circuit System w/ Ventilated and Cross Drilled Front Discs, Ventilated Rear Discs, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Brake Assist, Brake Servo, Vacuum Booster & ABS
Brake Size Not Available
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Wheels F 43.2 x 19.1 cm / 17.0 x 7.5 in
R 43.2 x 19.1 cm / 17.0 x 7.5 in
Tyres F 225/55R-17
R 225/55R-17
Transmission
Gear Type 5 Speed Automatic
Final Drive 3.07:1
1st Gear Ratio 3.59:1
2nd Gear Ratio 2.19:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.41:1
4th Gear Ratio 1:1
5th Gear Ratio 0.83:1

 
This is what Polly's hood looks like in the front yard under the old oak tree...
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