Mercedes-Benz M291 engine
| Mercedes-Benz M291 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 1991-1992 |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | 180° V-12 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L (214 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Piston stroke | 50.1 mm (1.97 in) |
| Valvetrain | 48-valve, DOHC, four-valves per cylinder |
| Combustion | |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection |
| Oil system | Dry sump |
| Output | |
| Power output | 550–718 hp (410–535 kW) |
| Torque output | 400 N⋅m (300 lb⋅ft) |
The Mercedes-Benz M291 engine is a 3.5-liter flat-12 racing engine, designed, developed and produced by Mercedes-Benz, for their Group C racing program. It was introduced in 1991, along with their new Mercedes-Benz C291 prototype race car chassis.