Mercedes-Benz M116 engine

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Mercedes-Benz M116 Engine
3.5 litre, US-spec M116.980 in a 280 SE 3.5 Coupé
Overview
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Production	1969–1991
Layout
Configuration	Naturally aspirated 90° V8
Displacement	3.5 L (3,499 cc) 3.8 L (3,818 cc) 3.8 L (3,839 cc) 4.2 L (4,196 cc)
Cylinder block material	Cast iron 1969-1978 Aluminum 1978-1991
Cylinder head material	Aluminum
Valvetrain	SOHC with 2 valves x cyl.
Combustion
Fuel system	Fuel injection
Management	Bosch Jetronic
Fuel type	Gasoline
Oil system	Wet sump
Cooling system	Water-cooled
Output
Power output	158–231 PS (116–170 kW; 156–228 hp)
Torque output	266–310 N⋅m (196–229 lb⋅ft)
Chronology
Predecessor	Mercedes-Benz M100 engine
Successor	Mercedes-Benz M119 engine

The Mercedes-Benz M116 is an automotive V8 engine made in several versions by Mercedes-Benz between 1969 and 1991. All models were gasoline powered, and utilized a single overhead camshaft with 2 valves per cylinder and Bosch Jetronic fuel injection. The larger M117 V8 followed, introduced initially in the US market.