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2007 Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG

Paris, Sep 28, 2006-Mercedes-Benz is presenting a wide variety of new products and technical innovations at this year’s Paris Motor Show, where exclusive high-performance models such as the CL 63 AMG and S 63 AMG.

Mercedes-AMG is presenting two powerful eight-cylinder flagship models in the form of the CL 63 AMG and S 63 AMG. Dynamic progress is guaranteed by the 100% Mercedes-AMG developed 6.3-litre V8-engine with a peak output of 386 kW/ 525 hp and 630 newton metres of torque. The exclusive nature of the unique AMG high-performance cars is amply demonstrated by their high-tech appoint-ments: standard equipment includes AMG bodystyling, AMG light-alloy wheels and an AMG sports suspension based on Active Body Control, as well as the AMG high-performance braking system and an AMG-specific interior. The preventive occupant protection system PRE-SAFE® is also included – with the new PRE-SAFE® brake and DISTRONIC PLUS available as options. The CL 63 AMG and S 63 AMG are the current highlights of the 2006 strategic model initiative by Mercedes-AMG – with ten brand-new AMG high-performance cars to date.

Story by Mercedes-Benz, edited by Supercars.net

In Detail

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submitted byRichard Owen
engineV8
positionFront Longitudinal
aspirationNaturally Aspirated
valvetrainDOHC, 4 Valves per Cylender
fuel feedFuel Injection
displacement6208 cc / 378.8 in³
bore102.2 mm / 4.02 in
stroke94.6 mm / 3.72 in
power391.5 kw / 525 bhp @ 6800 rpm
specific output84.57 bhp per litre
torque630 nm / 464.7 ft lbs @ 5200 rpm
body / frameUnit Steel
driven wheelsRWD
front tires255/40 ZR 19
rear tires275/40 ZR 19
front brakesComposite Vented Discs w/Twin twin sliding Callipers
rear brakesComposite Vented Discs
front wheelsF 48.3 x 21.6 cm / 19 x 8.5 in
rear wheelsR 48.3 x 24.1 cm / 19 x 9.5 in
steeringRack & Pinion w/Speed Sensitive Power Assist
f suspensionQuad-Link w/Electronically Controlled Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
r suspensionMulti-Link w/Electronically Controlled Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
transmission5-Speed Automatic ‘Speedshift’

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