For a century now, the name Mercedes-Benz has been associated with some of the best cars in the world. And the most outstanding of them are prepared by AMG, a small company that will soon turn 50 years old. What cars brought worldwide fame deutsche mark- further in the review.
In the 1950s Mercedes-Benz retired from motorsport. And in 1967, two engineers in a small garage opened their own business. They began to "tuning" production cars and succeeded well in this. The best of their cars often don't really stand out from the crowd, but they're capable of more than some supercars. The AMG name has become synonymous with high performance and world-class innovation. This took years of work, during which outstanding sports models were created.
1. Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 (1971)
AMG's first success was racing Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8, which was nicknamed the "Red Pig". Car prepared for touring car racing against smaller and lighter Alfa Romeo, BMW, Opel, Ford.
AMG took a big executive sedan and increased the volume of the 8-cylinder engine from 6.3 to 6.8 liters. As a result, the motor began to produce power up to 428 hp. and torque up to 610 Nm.
In 1971, the car entered the race for the first time, where it impressed everyone, immediately winning in its class. "Red Pig" became famous as "the most fast sedan in the world". The car accelerated from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.2 seconds, and its maximum speed is 265 km / h.
2. Mercedes-Benz 300SL AMG (1974)
The next high-profile project from AMG is the improved Mercedes-Benz 300SL. Basic sports coupe with gullwing doors, considered a classic these days, was reworked for a year. The inline 6-cylinder engine was replaced with a 4.5-liter V8, almost every body panel was changed, a new interior was installed.
3. Mercedes-Benz 190E AMG (1984)
In the early 1980s, the popularity of the German Touring Car Championship (DTM) began to grow and Mercedes-Benz decided to create their own racing car on the base compact sedan 190E. The order for the main, "branded" cars went to Cosworth, and AMG began to make cars for private teams, and very successfully. What’s more, the production 190E has been given the AMG Power Pack, which allows for an additional 30 Horse power.
4. Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse W124 "Hammer" (1986)
By the mid-1980s, AMG's fame had grown so much that Mercedes-Benz began to refer to the "tuning" firm as its own department. In 1986, AMG introduced the E-Klasse sedan, turned into sport car with a 5.6-liter V8 engine with 385 hp. The car became known as "The Hammer" ("Hammer"), accelerated to 300 km / h and could compete with the best of supercars. Acceleration to 100 km / h took only 5 seconds, and this is spacious car With luxurious salon and a huge trunk. Such tuning did not go unnoticed and AMG became one of the leaders in improving the performance of cars.
5. Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG (1993)
In 1990, AMG officially merged into Mercedes-Benz and set about building their first stock car based on C-Class W202. New model The 1993 C36 was a response to a competitor, the BMW M3 E36.
The tuned inline 6-cylinder engine produced 276 horsepower, 36 more than the M3. The C36 also became the first "pumped" Mercedes-Benz model in several decades. Between 1993 and 1997, 5,221 impressive C36s were built.
6. Mercedes-Benz SL73 AMG (1999)
From the outside, the SL73 looked almost exactly like a regular SL-Klasse roadster, but under the hood was a huge 7.3-liter V12 that developed 525 horsepower. In two years, only 85 SL73 AMG cars were assembled, one of which was owned by Horatio Pagani, the creator of the Pagani Zonda.
7. Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (1997)
With an eye on racing in the FIA GT series, Mercedes-Benz and AMG have embarked on yet another joint project. The result was the CLK GTR, the German firm's first supercar and, at the time, the most expensive car in the world. He stood out incredible speed(330 km/h) and advanced technologies. The car was a resounding success at the FIA GT races and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
8. Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG (1999)
AMG is renowned for its ability to get the most out of any Mercedes-Benz models, but it was the G55 that showed how crazy they can be german cars. The famous G-Klasse SUV was equipped with an improved suspension, reinforced brakes and a 5.4-liter 500-horsepower V8 engine.
The result was a 2.5-ton "jeep", which had more power than the Ferrari 360 Stradale, and which accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h in 5 seconds. "Pumped" models Gelaendewagen G63 and G65 are still produced, including with a 6.0-liter 612-horsepower V12.
9. Mercedes-Benz SLS 63 AMG (2010)
The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is a car notable for several reasons. The gull-wing doors and rounded tail are reminiscent of the 1950s 300SL, while the 6.3-litre V8 engine is AMG's first from the ground up. The model was produced for 4 years and during this time Mercedes-Benz became an equal competitor for Ferrari and Porsche.
10. Mercedes-AMG GT3 (2016)
The latest development of the Mercedes-AMG GT3 is specially tailored for racing requirements. Like previous Mercedes-AMG GT models, the car received a lightweight aluminum and carbon fiber body and a new 6.2-liter V8 engine. It's a serious competitor to the Porsche 911 GT3 and also an attractive road car.
German Mercedes-Benz cars known not only big power And high speed. The company also cares about the environment,. Also, cars with a "sight" on the hood are consistently included in the ratings.
Mercedes-AMG unveils E 63 4MATIC+ and E 63 S 4MATIC+ modifications sedan E-class current generation. They are equipped with the most powerful twin-turbo V8 engine in the history of the E-Class and can only be all-wheel drive, but the second one is offered with a new drift mode, designed to make up for the loss of rear-wheel drive modification when changing generations of the “charged” model.
New Mercedes-AMGs E63 are equipped with a 4.0-liter gasoline engine V8 with half-cylinder cut-off at low loads and 9-speed AMG Speedshift transmission with two clutches. The engine on the E 63 4MATIC+ sedan develops 571 hp, and the maximum torque reaches 750 Nm (at 2250-5000 rpm). Version with S prefix power unit produces up to 612 hp and 850 Nm. For comparison, the former Mercedes-AMG E63 was available in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions with a twin-turbo V8 5.5L engine with power from 556 to 585 hp.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h new E-Class from AMG takes 3.5 seconds in basic version and 3.4 seconds - in the S-modification, and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km / h (for a surcharge, the limiter can be moved up to 300 km / h). Interestingly, the claimed combined cycle fuel consumption of the two sedans is the same, ranging from 8.9 to 9.2 l/100 km. The new generation Mercedes-AMG E63 is available in Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus and Individual driving modes. Each of them has “its own” transmission setting, accelerator pedal response time and Air Body Control air suspension settings with modifications from the Affalterbach division.
Activate , at which rear axle up to 100% of the torque is transmitted, on the E 63 S 4MATIC+ it is possible using the paddles on the steering wheel via the Race setting. The gearbox then switches to manual mode, A ESP system turns off. Drift mode will remain active until the driver disables it. In addition, the S version is equipped with dynamic engine mounts that minimize vibrations. As explained in Mercedes-AMG, this helps to improve the adhesion of tires to the roadway, respectively, makes cornering at high speeds more predictable.
Article about the 10 most powerful cars mobiles in the world, their features and characteristics. At the end of the article - a video of the most powerful car on the planet!
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Humanity has always strived for perfection. Therefore, it is not at all surprising that various records are set every year and perfect masterpieces of human and technological thought are created. Automakers have always been at the forefront of this process. Every year they delight motorists best cars. This article will look at the most powerful machines to date. Their owners really understand what unlimited possibilities are.
The most powerful cars in the world
There will be no cars with less than 1000 hp in this rating. - such cars can no longer be called the most powerful. Leaders in the automotive industry change very quickly. So let's get started. Cars in the TOP will be arranged in ascending order of their power.
This one is very powerful hypercar will be available only to six lucky people who have 2 million dollars. By the way, the owner of the company, Christian von Koenigsegg, said that the production of one sports car costs more than two million dollars, but the company is making minor losses in order to increase awareness and prestige of its brand.
Most likely, the company's engineers have a good sense of humor, since the weight of the car is equal to its power. The hypercar weighs 1360 kilograms and produces 1360 hp. Only fireballs, dragsters and some racing or record cars. But these machines don't have the luxury of the Koenigsegg One:1.
By the way, the name of the hypercar was invented for a reason. 1360 hp is associated with one megawatt of power, which is why the car was named One:1.
One:1 features a number of innovative solutions to increase engine performance and possible speed. All interior elements are made of carbon fiber. The body is carbon monocoque with steel back frame. There is no plastic, only steel, aluminium, titanium, carbon and other high quality materials.
Up to a hundred cars accelerate in 2.5 seconds, and the maximum speed is 430 km / h.
When it comes to Porsche tuning, hardly anyone can compete with the German manufacturer 9ff. This wonderful company created the GT9 sports car, which was shown to the public at the Essen Motor Show. All visitors were delighted. It should be noted that the GT9 Vmax model is updated version the previous sports car, which was also created on the basis of the Porsche 911. But the novelty turned out to be more powerful.
The original GT9 modifications had a power of up to 973 “horses”, the GT9-R version generated up to 1120 hp. And the GTR9 Vmax hides a 4.2-liter 6-cylinder boxer engine under the hood, which is capable of developing 1381 hp.
Such power makes the wheels spin through a 6-speed sequential box gears. The driver can switch steps using levers located on the steering wheel. Up to a hundred cars accelerate in 3.1 seconds, and after 13 seconds the speedometer will already be 300 km / h. The maximum speed of the sports car is 437 km/h. At the same time, its weight is 1340 kg.
In this car, not only its power is impressive, but also the price. Those who want to have such a "monster" will have to fork out for 895 thousand euros.
American tuning company Hennessey Performance Engineering presented Venom sports car GT Spyder. This car uses a body from Lotus Exige and Chevrolet engine Corvette Z06. This sports car was created in honor of setting the world speed record (February 2014). Sales started only this year. However, only three copies were produced.
The car is equipped with a 7-liter V8 engine and two turbines. This arrangement allows you to generate power of 1400 hp. The car accelerates to 466 km / h. This is the fastest production sports car. In February 2014, during tests, the speedometer needle showed a mark of 435.31 km / h, which allowed this car take a worthy place in the Guinness Book of Records.
At the Salon in Geneva. The novelty is equipped with an 8-liter W16 engine, which easily produces one and a half thousand “horses”. At the same time, the maximum speed of the car is 420 km / h. A supercar can accelerate to a hundred in two seconds, so manufacturers are confident that their brainchild will become the most fast car in the world, and the exclusive realm of hypercars will soon have a new king.
To ride with the breeze, the driver will have to use special key, which activates functions that improve the aerodynamics of the car. Electronics limits the speed of the hypercar to 380 km / h. In the Chiron, you can turn off the cylinders and electrically boost, which, according to the manufacturers, should reduce fuel consumption by up to 20 liters per 100 kilometers on a combined cycle.
The body of the car is made of carbon fiber. Moreover, the developers have made a number of improvements when compared with previous model Bugatti Veyron. Also, the developers have improved the chassis of the car. It can work with different conditions ride.
A total of 500 Chirons are planned to be produced, with a third already sold, despite the fact that the price of this car is very impressive - $ 2.6 million.
If you want to drive a really powerful car, you need to get a very powerful Nissan Alpha 12 GT-R sports car, tuned by AMS Performance. This car cannot be called the fastest in terms of acceleration to hundreds, but it travels a quarter mile in 8.8 seconds. The speed is 275 km/h.
The car tuning company AMS Performance has long been working with Nissan cars. However, the release of the Nissan Alpha 12 GT-R can be called a real peak of perfection.
The Alpha 12 version had the base cylinder head replaced and the engine upgraded. The result of these transformations was a balanced racing sports car equipped with a 4 liter engine. A gasoline car produces 1100 hp. power, but if you inject racing fuel into the tank, the engine power will increase to 1500 "horses"! Up to a hundred hypercar accelerates in 2.4 seconds. And to add another hundred, it will take only 3.3 seconds. At the same time, many racing cars will only swallow the dust from under rear wheels this car.
It should be noted that soon AMS Performance promises to upgrade the engine to 1700 "horses".
Designers equipped Koenigsegg Regera three electric motors, which, together with a 5-liter turbocharged engine, produce 1509 “horses”.
To compensate for the increased weight from the three electric motors, the developers removed the gearbox from the Regera. Remained only main couple With gear ratio, which corresponds to the highest stage in a traditional transmission. When driving in the city low revs the engine-to-wheels connection is cut off, so the supercar drives like a sequential hybrid.
The weight of the Koenigsegg Regera is 1628 kg, which does not prevent the hypercar from gaining 400 km / h in about 20 seconds. Up to a hundred cars can accelerate in just 2.8 seconds.
The unique hypercar costs 1 million 890 thousand dollars. It will be released for 5 years. During this time, they plan to make 80 cars. This figure for the Swedes means dominance.
Tuning studio Mansory likes to experiment with Lamborghini Aventador. And now the restless Germans presented new version hypercar, which was called "Carbonado GT". From an engine of 6.5 liters, the developers were able to squeeze out as many as 1600 "horses"!
Tuners have worked hard on the motor. They equipped the car with innovative pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft and cylinder head. Naturally, a couple of superchargers appeared and were improved exhaust system. This is what made it possible to get an additional 900 horses when compared with the Aventador LP700-4 model. It accelerates to hundreds in 2.1 seconds, and the maximum speed is 370 km / h.
The interior of the car is trimmed with leather in two colors and big amount carbon. Perhaps that is why the model was called "Carbonado".
The rating of the most powerful cars could not do without a Mercedes. The engine power of this car is 1600 "horses". At the same time, the supercar shows a maximum speed of 350 km / h. Up to a hundred the car can accelerate in two seconds. Weight - 1750 kg. A person with two million dollars can become the owner of this luxurious car. That's how much a supercar costs.
Now come the real monsters. In second place is the Dagger GT. Its 9.4-liter engine runs on a mixture of gasoline, methanol and ethanol and is capable of developing 2028 hp. Dynamic characteristics cars are impressive. Acceleration to hundreds takes only 1.7 seconds, while the maximum speed is 483 km / h.
As the developers specified, the machine is top speed can drive only 6 minutes. The reason lies not in the wear of rubber, but in fuel consumption. During this time, it will fly out into the pipe full tank fuel. With active driving, the supercar spends 20 liters. mixtures per minute.
For this car was built its own platform. The frame was made from chrome-plated steel pipes, and the body was made from carbon fiber. The interior of the car is replete with chic leather trim, carbon fiber and Alcantara.
At the same time, the cost of the heavy-duty Dagger GT is quite loyal - 360 thousand euros.
What do you think, what power does the leader of our rating give out? 2500, 3000 "horses"? Didn't guess! The most powerful to date a car capable of delivering an incredible 4515 hp. Such power is amazing and inspires respect.
The Devel Sixteen Engine Dyno was unveiled at the Emirates Motor Show a couple of years ago. But until now, he surprises motorists with his power.
Engine capacity - 12.3 liters, maximum speed - 560 km / h per hour, acceleration to hundreds - in 1.8 seconds. Such figures are impressive, but it is not clear where such a machine can be used in real life. Few people will be able to cope with driving a car and curb these 4.5 thousand “horses”. However, it is this hypercar that is today considered the most powerful machine on our planet. You can become the owner of the most powerful car in the world for a million dollars, which, by the way, is not so expensive.
Strength and power is admirable and addictive. Especially when it comes to cars. When a person gets behind the wheel, there comes a moment when he wants to get the maximum drive from the car. And it does not matter at all what kind of car he sits behind the wheel. At some point, he begins to want even more. Therefore, most likely, this TOP will change somewhat in the coming years. After all tuning studios no wonder they eat their bread. And cars with 1000 or even 2000 "horses" can no longer be considered powerful machines.
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Most people immediately imagine big luxury cars when they hear the name "Mercedes-Benz". But, unfortunately, most often they are simply not quite aware of the history of the company, which is replete with innovation in the field and ... the speed of its machines. We present you the 10 most fast Mercedes which you may not have known existed.
- Quarter mile time: 11.8 seconds
- Power: 550 HP at 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 720 Nm at 2,000 rpm
Yes, tenth place is very fast Mercedes of all time, looking quite simple and clearly not like a sports car, but at the same time far from being big sedan for fat guys.
- Quarter mile time: 11.7 seconds
- Engine: 6.2 liter V8
- Power: 577 HP at 6,800 rpm
When SLS first saw the light, it seemed to the public that the company decided to seriously compete with the Ferrari 458 and McLaren MP4-12C, but in the end, time showed that Mercedes just released a very interesting supercar, very luxurious and presentable, designed for Mercedes fans.
- Quarter mile time: 11.6 seconds
- Engine: 5.5L twin-turbo V8
- Power: 577 HP at 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 800 Nm at 1,750 rpm
Yes, the eighth fastest Mercedes of all time is like tenth, only eighth and with the addition of the letter "S" in the model name, which means "Sport".
- Engine: 5.4L V8
- Power: 617 HP at 6,500 rpm
- Torque: 780 Nm at 3,250 rpm
you dream about SLR McLaren? I personally dream. This form of car, already familiar to many, is unique to Mercedes, and it is still very cool car for a company of two rather vain people.
- Engine: 6.0 liter twin-turbo V12
- Power: 661 HP at 5400 rpm
- Torque: 1001 Nm at 2200 rpm
Perhaps, until 2010, Mercedes had no better model than the SL65 AMG Black Series. This is one of the most powerful models Mercedes. By the way, the postscript "Black Series" does not mean at all that this model was produced only in black.
- Quarter mile time: 11.4 seconds
- Engine: 5.4L V8
- Power: 650 HP at 6,500 rpm
- Torque: 820 Nm at 4,000 rpm
And again a cool SLR McLaren. The 722 series, named after one of the races, is more powerful version production model SLR, which was sold at auctions.
- Quarter mile time: 11.5 seconds
- Engine: 6.2 liter V8
- Power: 583 HP at 6,800 rpm
- Torque: 650 Nm at 4,750 rpm
Toward the end of its life cycle, the SLS AMG model got slightly faster. However, the GT series was certainly not the pinnacle of speed for the SLS AMG.
- Quarter mile time: 11.5 seconds
- Engine: 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8
- Power: 503 HP at 6,250 rpm
- Torque: 650 Nm at 1,750 rpm
The newest on our list and extraordinary beautiful model Mercedes ranks third on our list of the fastest Geldings of all time.
- Quarter mile time: 11.2 seconds
- Engine: 6.2 liter twin-turbo V8
- Power: 622 HP at 7400 rpm
- Torque: 635 Nm at 5,500 rpm
What could be more beautiful than a Mercedes in third place on the list? Only the SLS model is in second place.
- Quarter mile time: 9.2 seconds
- Engine: 7.3 liter V12
- Power: 655 HP at 6,700 rpm
- Torque: 785 at 2,250 rpm
Yes, the fastest Mercedes is far from the most powerful on our list, and at the same time the most respectable age. This crazy car- what is it in technical specifications, and externally! Moreover, only two cars were produced under the AMG series. The engine of this Mercedes was also installed on
Mercedes is a well-known worldwide car brand who became famous for her high quality since ancient times. On any edge of our planet, people know what a Mercedes is. Previously, even before the 90s, brand manufacturers classified their cars only by engine size, which at that time was enough. But in order to make it more convenient for themselves and customers, Mercedes began to be divided into classes and according to others. important parameters. Now you can see completely different volumes of engines in one body. After changing the classification, they began to take into account extraneous criteria, such as comfort and size of the car. The client always pays attention to the size and convenience when choosing a car, so it is quite fair to take into account such data in the classification.
Mercedes car classes
The body type of the car is the main parameter when dividing into classes. Leaning on it, all machines brand Mercedes are divided into categories, which are indicated in the form of Latin letters: A, B, C, E, G, M, S, V. The classification begins with "A", which means the most compact body type. The farther, the greater the size and degree of comfort. In addition to conveniences, the equipment with power is also taken into account, which significantly affects the price. In most cases, the price increases with the increase in the category of the car. Mercedes company has proven itself over time and models of some classes are examples of prestige and luxury.
As mentioned, Class A Mercedes is distinguished by its dimensions, which is much smaller than the others. Although this is the last class on the list, which is designed for compactness and accessibility, it is difficult to complain about comfort. The company has always been famous for its quality, so even in the most oversized car will be comfortable enough. Manufacturers have focused on the small size of the body, combined with convenience, and they succeeded. This class great for young people who want to buy affordable, but at the same time reliable car. This Mercedes is great for getting around the city, which is also a big plus for many. The price for A class is much more affordable than for subsequent ones.
Class B models have good capacity. In addition, they are quite economical. The design of the machine is designed for a high degree of safety, combining a beautiful design. These qualities are well suited for family people, as the price of the car is quite low. The dimensions of the car allow you to fit a small family with your things and successfully go on vacation. It differs from A class only in dimensions. The body of the B class is also a hatchback, but already noticeable large sizes. As in the A class, only 4-cylinder engines are used. Design, as always, respects the rigor and restraint inherent in the company.
Class C cars can rightly be considered the most common. They gained their popularity due to the balance in relation to the price. The design of the car is made in a strict and restrained style, which makes it suitable for a large number of car enthusiasts. Moreover, the lineup distinguished by its diversity: station wagon, sedan and coupe. Cars may have economical engines running on diesel or gasoline W6. There are also five-door CLAs that do not differ in technical parameters from C class models.
E-class models are excellent in their a high degree comfort. The body of the models has been updated and made in the familiar classic style of the Mercedes brand. Externally, the design is very conservative and therefore the E class is great for the role of corporate cars. The developers have done everything to make this class of cars as convenient as possible for the driver and equip him the latest means communications. E class provides a choice of several types of body: sedan, coupe, station wagon and convertible. The choice of motors is no less wide, which can be a powerful W8. Car enthusiasts looking for style, performance and dynamism will opt for a five-door Coupe CLS class.
The most basic priority of the S class is the increased comfort and prestige of the car. Discuss convenience. Vehicle This class can be very long and list a huge number of pluses. A huge amount of space inside the car allows you to feel comfortable behind the wheel and people with high growth. The highest comfort is the main difference of the class. Almost all innovative technologies used in S class models, which ensures smooth running and communication properties. As a rule, this class is popular among people who prefer prestige and luxury. There is only one body option - a sedan. But the car's engine can be an economical diesel and a serious W12 that compares the performance of your car to a sports car.
This class is suitable for people who appreciate large and comfortable models. Gelendvagen is a vehicle that can cope with both the passage of a difficult route and the movement around the city. At the same time, comfort is felt absolutely in any conditions. The G class is in first place among all SUVs and because of this they are often used as government cars. Body types for the class: convertible and SUV.
