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Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Pictures and Specifications

admin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:28:50 +0000

The first car produced with a name consisting of 3-3 letter abbreviations. Based on the DTM winning Mercedes race car, the CLK DTM posseses a revised version of the supercharged V8 AMG engine found in the SL55 AMG producing 582 HP and 590 lbs. of torque. You need look no further than the exterior design of the new CLK DTM AMG to find the first traces of its racing pedigree, the transfer of high-end motorsport technology to the road given visual expression by the low slung front apron with large cooling air inlets, striking fender flarings, 19 and 20-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and the diffusor-look rear section with rear wing, all of which recall the head-turning muscularity of the successful CLK racing touring cars competing in the DTM. Added to which, a host of body components have been constructed from the high-strength and extremely lightweight carbon-fibre-reinforced material CFRP. Expect a 0-60 of 3.8 seconds and top speed near 200 MPH. A 5 speed auto with paddle shifters is used with an optional full automatic. Only 100 were made so don't expect to see too many out on the road.

Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Specifications

Performance
0-60 3.8 seconds
Top Speed: 198 MPH
Engine
SuperCharged V8
Horsepower: 582 @ 6100 RPM
Torque: 590 ft. lbs @ 3500 RPM
Dimensions
Length: 183.1 in.
Width: 70.9 in.
Height: 53.5
Weight: 3854 lbs

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Pictures and Specifications

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:59:24 +0000

For the first time in the company's history stretching back over 40 years, the Mercedes-Benz performance brand is presenting a vehicle developed in-house, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. It is also the first car from Mercedes and AMG to feature an aluminium chassis and body for weight savings.

Under the hood is a 6.3 liter V8 putting out 571hp @ 6800rpm and 479 lb-ft @ 4750rpm good for a 0-60mph time of 3.7 seconds and top speed of 198mph.

Styling wise, the most noticeable feature is the return of the famous Gullwing doors originally made famous by the 300SL. These doors make for easy acess even with the SLS AMG's low sitting position.

Mercedes SLR Mclaren Pictures and Specifications

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:42:21 +0000

The supercharged 600 hp V8 will propel the SLR to 60 in 3.8 seconds and a sub-12 second 1/4 mile. Top speed's not too shabby either at 205 MPH. Advanced technology includes a spoiler that rises according to speed and helps breaking. Mercedes has also brought back the air brake. At $300,000, the performance matches the price tag. Something that can't be said for most Mercedes.

Mercedes SLR Mclaren Coupe

Mercedes SLR Specifications

Price: $300,000
Performance
0-60 3.8 seconds
0-1/4 mile: under 12 seconds
Top Speed: 205 MPH
Engine
Super-charged V8
Horsepower: 600
Torque: 590 ft lbs
Dimensions
Length: 179.7 in.
Width: 73.9 in.
Height: 48.9 in.
Weight: 3550 lbs.

2006 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Pictures and Specifications

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:36:57 +0000

If you want the ultimate grand touring roadster look no farther than the SL65 AMG. Featuring a 6.0 liter Bi-Turbo AMG V12 which puts out 612 HP and 738 lbs. of torque available at just 2000 rpm, the SL65 AMG rockets to 0-62MPH in 4.2 seconds. It is equipped with newly developed AMG high-performance brakes which ensure optimum application of the brake pressure, extremely short stopping distances and outstanding resistance to fading. Only available in the SL65 AMG is a multiple-disc limited-slip differential with a locking factor of up to 40 percent for optimal traction.

2004 Mercedes SL65 AMG

Mercedes SL65 AMG Specifications

Performance
0-60 4.1 seconds
Top Speed: 155 MPH (limited)
Engine
Bi-Turbo V12
Horsepower: 612
Torque:747.6 ft lbs @ 2000 RPM
Dimensions
Length: 178.5 in.
Width: 71.9 in.
Height: 51.1 in.
Weight: 4299 lbs.

Mercedes-Benz CLK-GTR Pictures and Specifications

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:25:50 +0000

After a slow start, the Mercedes CLK-GTR dominated the GT class in 1997. As a result in 1998 BMW withdrew and Porsche was forced to produce another car, the GT1-98. In 1998, the CLK-GTR LM was introduced which was lighter and lower than the original. It did not win LeMans because of mechanical problems but led Mercedes to an unbeaten season in the Fia GT. In 1999, Mercedes once again tried for a victory in Lemans but was unsuccessful because an error in the design caused the car to go air-borne and flip at high speeds.

Mercedes CLK-GTR Specifications

Performance
Top Speed 191 mph
0-30 mph 1.7 secs
0-60 mph 3.4 secs
0-1/4 mile 9.4 secs
0-100 mph 5.7 secs
Engine
V-12
Horse Power 600 BHP @ 7000 rpm
Torque 699 Nm / 516 ft lbs @ 3700 rpm
Dimensions
Length 191.1 in
Height 43.3 in
Width 76.8 in
Weight 2205 lbs

Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Roadster Pictures and Specifications

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:24:12 +0000

A open top version of the immaculate CLK-GTR. This car is among the most coveted in the world as only 5 will be put into production at a cost of $1.5 million

Mercedes CLK-GTR Roadster Specifications

Performance
0-60 3.8 seconds
Top Speed: 198.8 MPH
Engine
V12
Horsepower:612
Torque: 571.6 ft lbs @ 5250 rpm
Dimensions
Length: 191.1 in.
Width: 76.8 in.
Height: 43.3 in.
Weight: 3594 lbs.

Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:19:38 +0000

A open-air version of the race-car bred CLK DTM AMG. Featuring the same great supercharged V8 producing 582 HP from the coupe, the Cabriolet version will run 0-60 in just under 4 seconds with an electronically limited 186 MPH top speed. As with the coupe, only 100 will be sold making it one of the most exclusive 4 seater roadsters.