Mercedes-Benz M 117 E 56, Engine
| Engine capacity | 5,547 cm³ |
| Maximum power (range), hp | 230 - 300 |
| Maximum torque, N*m (kg*m) at rpm. | 372 (38) / 3250 |
| Fuel used | Petrol |
| Fuel consumption, l/100 km | 11.5 - 13.9 |
| Engine type | V-shaped, 8-cylinder |
| Maximum power, hp (kW) at rpm | 230 (169) / 4750 |
| Compression Ratio (Range) | 9 - 10 |
| Cylinder diameter (range), mm | 96.5 |
| Piston stroke (range), mm | 85 - 94.8 |
| Valve drive | SOHC |
| Number of valves per cylinder (range) | 2 |