1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R 2.5-l Race Car
Mercedes-Benz lined up for the Formula One races in 1954 and 1955 with two versions of the W 196 R. While the streamlined variant was selected for the high-speed circuits in Reims, Berlin and Monza, the classic monoposto with open wheels got the vote for the majority of races, as it was better suited to twistier tracks.
• Cylinders 8
• Displacement 152 cu in
• Output 290 hp (213 kW)
• at engine speed 8500/min
• Top speed 170 mph
• Cylinders 8
• Displacement 152 cu in
• Output 290 hp (213 kW)
• at engine speed 8500/min
• Top speed 170 mph
