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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Edward Jones – January 16, 2017

Life-Size Batmobile Built Out of Over 340,000 Legos

Many kids dream of the Batmobile and many kids dream of having 340,000 Lego pieces to build with. Now, Chevrolet has made both of those dreams comes true with a life-size replica of the Batmobile used in The Lego Batman Movie, built out of Legos.(Related - Batmobile Future Concept Is The Car Gotham Deserves)This crime-fighting, brick-built car measures in at 17-feet long and weighs a hefty 1,695.5 lbs-- it's no joke. It was created to help promote the new movie at the North American International Auto Show. Here's are some quick facts on this car: It’s 83 inches (6.92 feet) high, 204 inches (17 feet) long and 111 inches (9.25 feet) wide. Total weight is 1,695.5 pounds. Each tire is just over 100 pounds. The interior frame is made from more than 86 feet of square tube aluminum and weighs 282.5 pounds. Total number of LEGO® bricks used to build the Batmobile: 344,187 Total number of LEGO® colors used: 17 The LEGO® Batmobile took 222 hours to design and 1,833 hours to build. The LEGO® Batmobile was designed and assembled in the LEGO® Model Shop in Enfield, Connecticut, by LEGO® Master Builders. To work on the LEGO® Batmobile with Warner Bros. is an absolute thrill for us at Chevy,” said Paul Edwards, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet Marketing. “Many of the themes in ‘The LEGO® Batman Movie,’ like imagination, family and community, align perfectly with our Chevy brand values and add to the value of the partnership.”

By Edward Jones – January 12, 2017

Ford GT's "Dashboard of the Future" Previewed

Dashboards may not be exciting to most people, but when they're as cool as the new 2017 Ford GT's, they ought to be.Coming in the new American supercar is a 10-inch digital instrument display that Ford says will "quickly and easily presents information to the driver, based on five special driving modes." These modes include Normal, Wet, Sport, Track and V-Max.(Also Check Out - Remember This Car: First 2017 Ford GT Rolls Off Assembly Line)“Driver focus and attention are key with such high performance,” said Jamal Hameedi, chief engineer, Ford Performance. “We’ve designed the GT with a sleek digital instrument display that changes depending on driving mode in ways that are important and usable to the driver.”Here is how each mode will be displayed, according to Ford: Normal mode displays information in a purposeful, businesslike manner. The theme is simple; the speedometer is centered and bold, gear selection is to the right, fuel and temperature are top left. The hockey-stick-shaped tachometer displays in a compressed scale for lower rpm, as the engine revs so quickly the lower counts mean almost nothing to the driver. The 3,000-to-7,000-rpm range dominates the top of the display Wet mode carries many of the same information concepts over from normal mode, using a blue theme and a “wet floor” concept. Graphics under the speedometer emulate the shine of wet asphalt to remind the driver of the mode selection Sport mode adjusts information priorities. Front and center is gear selection, with the speedometer off to the right and less prominent. It’s displayed in an aggressive orange theme and is the preferred mode for most test drivers Track mode presents a stark combination of black background and highly legible text and graphics, in a crisp, red theme that’s easy for the eye to pick up in a fast-paced environment. Gear selection and engine speed are displayed prominently, while coolant temperature, oil pressure, oil temperature and fuel level – rendered as a percentage rather than miles to empty – are bottom right V-Max offers an entirely different display – purposeful and pared down. Specifically tailored to pursuing maximum top speed, it displays a large, centered speedometer, with tachometer reduced to just a line with indicator dot for minimal distraction. Coolant temperature, oil pressure, oil temperature and turbocharger boost are displayed to the right, with fuel level displayed top left Ford GTs For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 12, 2017

Dodge Teases the 2018 Challenger Demon, More Powerful Tha...

If you are growing bored of your Hellcat, Dodge has something even more powerful for the New York Auto Show. In a YouTube video uploaded this morning, an evil creature is seen escaping from a cage. A hellish cat undergoes a metamorphosis to unleash an inner Demon, who summons SRT fans to a new landing page. The first of a dozen scheduled videos, each one has a countdown clock ticking away until the formal reveal. With much of the US in the depths of winter, April seems far away. But we can already feel the heat. Maybe this signals an increase of displacement. Who wouldn't want to see the return of the 426 HEMI? Sending that power to the ground will require massive tires, so check out the flared fenders! Teaser From SRTA soundtrack of Fuel by Metallica is appropriate, given the Hellcat's 1/2" fuel lines. Engineers at the SRT division shocked the world with 707 reliable horsepower from a supercharged 6.2 liter HEMI V8. We know it is capable of more because our friend John Hennessey added twin turbos to build the HPE1000. With a name as irreverent as Demon, we pray for more details of the beast. Domestic but not domesticated is their tag line, and fans have embraced the ability to be bad. On the bright side, if the Demon is a significant increase in power, expect to find very competitive pricing on used Hellcats. And you know where to find them! Stay with us for more demonic updates.Used Challenger Hellcat For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 11, 2017

VW I.D. Buzz is a New Electric Bus

If you thought retro was over with, get ready for a modern Microbus. Volkswagen has set their sights on a zero-emission future, so get your surfboard ready for a battery powered cruise to the beach. The original Type 2 van was introduced in 1950 and the design was so revolutionary it remained in production (in Brazil) into late 2013. Embraced by the counterculture whose parents drove domestic cars and who fought to liberate Europe, the Microbus was low on power but big on style. Well-restored examples have been selling for record numbers, so its prime time for them to relive the 60's.In the original model, the flat engine allowed for ample interior room, and that concept has remained. But batteries and two electric motors have replaced the air-cooled flat four. An expected range of 270 miles and all-wheel drive are strong selling points, as long as the Westfalia camper remains relegated to the history books. The press release states that VW is in the early stages of a big electric offensive, which will culminate in one million electric vehicles annually. Sharing a modular architecture with other forthcoming products, the I.D. Buzz is the first AWD electric to connect front and rear motors with a driveshaft. With seating for eight and two luggage compartments, you will have ample room for a road trip.A fully autonomous mode is known as "I.D. Pilot" will allow the front seats to swivel 180 degrees so that front passengers can face rearward. To make the I.D. Buzz appealing to all electric enthusiasts, the RWD only model would offer 268 hp with an 83 kw battery, and the AWD will have a combined output of 369 hp with an 111 kw battery. We are excited about more zero-emission cars coming to market, so let us know if this concept sparks your interest in the comments below. Stay with us for more VW news.Sports Cars For Sale

By Edward Jones – January 10, 2017

2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Range Announced: Equipped With GoPro

Jaguar has announced their full line-up for the 2018 F-TYPE, their two-seater coupe and convertible. There are a few awesome additions made to the cars, including GoPro technology.(Related - Jaguar F-TYPE SVR vs Corvette Z06 Rev Battle)The new ReRun app featured in the new F-TYPE combines both GoPro video with performance data (speed, throttle, gear, braking and g-forces). The video taken by the new app can be downloaded to the driver's phone and ultimately uploaded to social media (you know you wanna show off those perfect runs).The new F-TYPE will now feature new and full LED headlights, as well as a new front bumper. These new design cues give the car a brand-new look that refreshes the already gorgeous car.Added to the range is the new R-Dynamic model, which will be available in the 335 hp and 375 hp versions of the supercharged V6 engine. Jaguar notes that this model is "distinguished by 19-inch and 20-inch alloy wheel designs and by the front bumper’s Gloss Black aperture bezels." The Gloss Black finish is also found on the front splitter, bonnet vents, side sills and rear diffuser.To celebrate this new range, Jaguar has created the 400 Sport launch edition, which will have 395 hp on tap courtesy of the supercharged 3.0-liter V6. This model will stand out in the crowd thanks to the Yellow and Dark Satin Grey badges and the Silver, Santorini Black and Yulong White paint options.F-TYPE Coupé and Convertible:340PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift RWD/ manual RWD380PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift; RWD/ AWD, manual RWD F-TYPE R-Dynamic Coupé and Convertible:340PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift RWD/ manual RWD380PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift; RWD/ AWD, manual RWD F-TYPE 400 SPORT Coupé and Convertible:400PS 3.0-litre V6; Quickshift RWD/ AWD F-TYPE R Coupé and Convertible:550PS 5.0-litre V8; Quickshift AWD F-TYPE SVR Coupé and Convertible:575PS 5.0-litre V8; Quickshift AWDAll Jaguar F-TYPE For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 10, 2017

Bugatti Veyron vs Rimac Concept One

In the near future, electric hypercars might spell the end of cars powered by fuel alone. Concept One by Rimac makes use of one Megawatt of -battery power and four electric motors for serious performance. The front pair have a single speed gear reduction built into the motors, but the rears have an innovative two-speedd dual clutch gearbox on each side. Torque vectoring is the process of delivering more power to the outer wheels while cornering. In normal cars this is done at the differential or by the brake rotors, but either way it involves a mechanical connection. Since the Concept One has independent control of power at each wheel, their version of torque vectoring is accomplished instantly by the motor itself.At a full charge, the system offers 1,088 hp and 1,180 lb-ft of torque to the pavement. To show off the potency of the design, Rimac's chief test driver Miro Zrncevic took to a closed course against a Bugatti Veyron. Riding shotgun is William Herbert, the 18th Earl of Pembroke. His car collection knows no bounds, so perhaps he sees a Rimac as his next acquisition. The opponent is almost evenly matched, with the Veyron Super Sport offering 1,100 lb-ft of torque and 1,200 metric horsepower. Bugatti has a weight advantage of 30 lbs, but that is insignificant at these levels of power. The world needs more thousand horsepower cars, so we hope Rimac brings the concept one to its fruition. In the meantime we have a few Veyrons to choose from, so click on the link below and stay with us for more wild comparisons.All Bugatti For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 10, 2017

Nissan Unveils Stunning Vmotion 2.0 Concept

Everyone loves a glimpse of the future, so Nissan has pulled the wraps off their latest concept at the North American Auto Show. As a preview of styling which will appear on upcoming models, Vmotion 2.0 has innovative and appealing aspects. Debuted alongside the new Rogue Sport, the pair made for a press pandemonium. Nissan has sold over 1.5 million vehicles for two consecutive years, and styling has much to do with the success.(Related - Audi Reveals Bizarre-Looking Q8 Concept)Up front, the Vmotion 2.0 grille makes the corporate logo seem to float in 3D. Air inlets that will hopefully be functional on production cars are meant to evoke the "emotional geometry" design language. This involves crisp lines and sharp angles to make the long wheelbase sedan appear smaller than it is.A panoramic roof stretches from windshield to trunk lid, for a "floating roof" design. The A-pillars and roof frame are one piece from dash to trunk. It is a bold move, but often times these fail to meet federal rollover tests. Boomerang tail lights are another cue to emphasize the width of the car. A nice finishing touch is a rear diffuser with subtle LED lighting. Having such a bold shape down low will help with safety at night. Chief Creative Officer and Executive VP Shiro Nakamura stated in the press release: "Technology is evolving. SoChief Creative Officer and Executive VP Shiro Nakamura stated in the press release: "Technology is evolving. So is design. At Nissan we see design as the ultimate expression of how customer see themselves, but also an expression of the vision and values of our brand,". "Vmotion 2.0 previews what the future designs from Nissan will be. And it is an insightful proposition of what the future sedan could be in the coming years."Search Sports Cars For Sale

By Edward Jones – January 10, 2017

Mercedes-AMG Project ONE Hypercar Teased, Will Be Powerfu...

The latest automaker to hop into the hypercar game is none other than Mercedes-AMG. Their upcoming car, expected to be revealed at the 2017 Frankfurt Auto Show in September, had bits of information revealed on Facebook.(Related - Mercedes-Benz Unveils AMG GT C Edition 50)According to a Facebook post made by Mercedes-AMG, the car will feature a Formula One World Champion drivetrain that is combined with a purely electric front axle drive setup. How much power will be housed within this powertrain? They say it will have more than 1,000 hp (735 kW) on tap, putting it right into the hypercar range. What's more, the Facebook post also noted that it's currently being called the Mercedes-AMG Project ONE.MotorAuthority had a chance to chat with Tobias Moers, the man behind Mercedes-AMG, while at the NAIAS. They learned that the F1 power unit will use a 1.6-liter V6 engine, two motor-generators and a lithium-ion battery. Additionally, they learned that "no more than 300 examples will be built" and it will have a price of around $2.54 million.For more on the Mercedes-AMG Project One, stay with us.All Mercedes-Benz For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 09, 2017

Dodge Challenger Hellcat vs Ford Mustang GT350

Many Police departments choose to run Ford vehicles due to reliability and performance, not only in the US, but around the world. We don't condone evading the law, but the only acceptable cars for outrunning an interceptor are Junior Johnson's 1940 Ford or a Dodge Challenger Hellcat. Our friends in the Netherlands have been planning this comparison for some time, since the Shelby GT350 is a rare car in Europe. It makes 526 hp at a screaming 8,200 rpm. The main disadvantage of the flat-plane engine is only 429 lb-ft of torque. In order to leave the fuzz in the dust, any habitual offender should consider the Challenger Hellcat. It offers 707 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque.Numbers don't lie, but the Dodge has a weight penalty of almost 800 lbs. Applying such tremendous power on anything other than a straight line has been problematic, and compared to the carbon fiber wheels on the GT350, it's safe to say the Police have an advantage in the corners. If you are a Mopar fan, you should watch the 1971 film "Vanishing Point". It will put the Hellcat's abilities into perspective. We applaud the American loving nature of this film from hartvoorautosNL, and we look forward to more great comparisons from them. Our dealers will help you find the perfect Mustang or Challenger for you, so please take a look at the listings below.Search Shelby GT350 For Sale

By Edward Jones – January 09, 2017

Mercedes-Benz Unveils AMG GT C Edition 50

The new Mercedes-AMG GT C Coupe will be launched as the "Edition 50" model. The "50" comes from the 50th anniversary of the company, which was founded back in 1967, according to a press release issued by Daimler today.(Feature Photo by JVDA Photos)This new variant will be available in the exclusive designo Graphite Grey Magno finish, mixed with black chrome highlights. To match the exterior finish are the cross-spoke AMG forged wheels.Inside, the black and silver theme continues with the nappa leather in silver pearl/ black and more. From the looks of it, the star of the car's cabin would have to be the black AMG Performance steering wheel covered in DINAMICA microfiber with "Edition" lettering on the steering wheel. Also, the AMG Interior Night Package comes standard, which includes black steering wheel spokes, paddle shifters and door sill panels.To ensure everyone knows that this car is a special edition, the seats are embossed with a "GT Edition 50" logo and there is special badging included on the exterior.All Mercedes-AMG GT S For SaleTechnical Specs Mercedes-AMG GT Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster Mercedes-AMG GT S Engine Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Displacement 3,982 cc 3,982 cc 3,982 cc Output 469 hp at 6,000 rpm 469 hp at 6,000 rpm 515 hp at 6,250 rpm Max. torque 465 lb-ft at 1,700-5,000 rpm 465 lb-ft at 1,700-5,000 rpm 494 lb-ft at 1,750-4,750 rpm Curb Weight 3,395 lbs 3,516 lbs 3,461 lbs Acceleration 0-60 mph 3.9 s 3.9 s 3.7 s Top speed 189 mph 188 mph 193 mph Rear-axle limited-slip differential Mechanical Mechanical Electronically controlled Suspension AMG sports suspension AMG sports suspension AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with adaptive adjustable damping Wheels front / rear 9.0 x 19 / 11.0 x 19 9.0 x 19 / 11.0 x 19 9.0 x 19 / 11.0 x 20 Tires front / rear 255/35 R 19 / 295/35 R 19 255/35 R 19 / 295/35 R 19 265/35 R19 / 295/30 R 20 Brake discs front/rear 14.2” / 14.2” 14.2” / 14.2” 15.4” / 14.2” Drive programs Four: C, S, S+, I Four: C, S, S+, I Five: C, S, S+, I, RACE Mercedes-AMG GT C Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster Mercedes-AMG GT R Engine Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers and direct injection Displacement 3,982 cc 3,982 cc 3,982 cc Output 550 hp at 5,750-6,750 rpm 550 hp at 5,750-6,750 rpm 577 hp at 6,250 rpm Max. torque 502 lb-ft at 1,900-5,750 rpm 502 lb-ft at 1,900-5,750 rpm 516 lb-ft at 1,900-5,500 rpm Curb Weight 3,583 lbs 3,660 lbs 3,428 lbs Acceleration 0-60 mph 3.6 s 3.6 s 3.5 s Top speed 197 mph 196 mph 198 mph Rear-axle limited-slip differential Electronically controlled Electronically controlled Electronically controlled Suspension AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with adaptive adjustable damping AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with adaptive adjustable damping AMG RIDE CONTROL coil-over suspension with adaptive adjustable damping Wheels front / rear 9.0 x 19 / 12.0 x 20 9.0 x 19 / 12.0 x 20 10.0 x 19 / 12.0 x 20 Tires front / rear 265/35 R19 / 305/30 R 20 265/35 R19 / 305/30 R 20 275/30 R19 / 325/30 R 20 Brake discs front/rear 15.4” / 14.2” 15.4” / 14.2” 15.4” / 14.2” Drive programs Five: C, S, S+, I, RACE Five: C, S, S+, I, RACE Five: C, S, S+, I, RACE

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