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The Mercedes-Benz M124 engine is a prototype supercharged, 5.8-liter, straight-8 engine; made by Mercedes-Benz in 1939.[2]

Mercedes-Benz M124 engine
Overview
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Production	1939
Layout
Configuration	L-8
Displacement	5.8 L (354 cu in)
Valvetrain	16-valve, DOHC, two-valves per cylinder
Compression ratio	6.5:1[1]
Combustion
Supercharger	Roots-type supercharger
Fuel system	Carburetor
Oil system	Dry sump
Output
Power output	197 hp (147 kW)
Torque output	324 lb⋅ft (439 N⋅m)

Applications

• 1939 Mercedes-Benz 580K (W129) (prototype)[3][4][5]

References

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