Ferrari 599 GTO Fiorano is powered by a naturally aspirated all-aluminum 6.0 liter V12 with 670HP (493 kW) at 8,250RPM and 620 Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque at 6,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.35 seconds and a top speed of 335 km/h (208 mph). The overall weight is 1,605 kg (3 540 lbs), which is almost 100 kg (220 lbs) less than the standard GTB.
The 458 Italia has a naturally aspirated 4.5 liter V8 with 570HP (419 kW) at 9,000RPM and 540Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6,000RPM. The sports car is just 1380 kg (3,042 lbs), so it has power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp. 0-100 km/h in less than 3.4 seconds a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).
Which is faster? Check out in the video below!
The third car participating in the drag race on 1 mile is a heavily modified Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG (W166). It is powered by a 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 boosted to 700HP (515 kW). It is able to cover 1 mile in 30.096 seconds with a terminal speed of 271 km/h and ¼ mile in just 11.734 seconds with 191 km/h. Of course, it didn’t manage to beat the 599 GTO, which closed the gap really fast.
The new 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG is going to be available at dealerships in the United Kingdom very soon. In addition to that the new, refreshed vehicle is going to come with a competitive price of £82 995.
What is more, the ML 63 AMG comes with an exceptional set of standard equipment. Of course, as you have already concluded, this comprehensive equipment comes from the experts from Mercedes-Benz AMG performance division.
In short, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG is propelled by a 5.5-litre bi-turbo direct-injection V8 engine. It delivers the exceptional 525 hp (386 kW) and 700 Nm (517 lb-ft) of torque. And if the vehicle is equipped with the optional AMG Performance Package, then the customer will enjoy riding on a beast producing the whole 557 hp (410 kW) and 760 Nm (561 lb-ft).
For more detailed specifications about the ML 63 AMG, click HERE.
These impressive numbers of the engine makes it possible for the Mercedes to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds.
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG
And what specifically the engineer from AMG has done here is to make the car work more fuel-efficiently. In particular, now the car is almost 40 per cent more economical and emits nearly 30 per cent less CO2 than the previous model.
In addition to this, there is also the responsive and intelligent AMG Speedshift Plus 7-G Tronic seven-speed automatic transmission included in this model. It also featured a Controlled Efficiency driving mode and ECO start/stop function. They additionally contribute to the improved fuel-efficiency and show combined economy of 23.9 mpg, with CO2 emissions pared down to 276 g/km.
Modifications have been done to the chassis as well. They ensure the excellent performance of the 2012 ML 63 AMG. Furthermore, there are also included AMG sports suspension and high-performance brakes with internally ventilated and perforated discs, Direct Steer and 20-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.
Next to be highlighted is the Mercedes-Benz Active Curve System with AirMATIC self-levelling air suspension. This system comes also as a standard and gives the ML 63 AMG astounding body composure and handling when cornering.
There is no doubt that the specialists from the AMG have done incredible work on the exterior and interior appearance of the car as well. For instance, the exterior includes AMG bodywork with exclusive front and rear aprons and side skirts, AMG-specific LED daytime running lamps as part of the standard Intelligent Light System, an AMG sports exhaust system with two twin tailpipes which give the ML 63 AMG its charismatic exhaust note and ‘V8 BITURBO’ lettering on the front wings.
On the other hand, the interior is as impressive as the outer look of the vehicle. Inside are included a leather-upholstered AMG Sports seats which are in addition, heated at the front. Moreover there are is also featured the following equipment: an AMG four-spoke steering wheel trimmed in Nappa leather with a flat lower section, AMG instruments and floor mats and sports pedals and footrest in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs, Mercedes-Benz COMAND Online system with Media Interface, a DAB digital radio, a dashboard trimmed in Artico artificial leather and an electric glass sunroof.
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Interior
An interesting fact is that the optional AMG Performance Package is being offered for the very first time on the ML-Class. And thank to it, now the ML model can get not only additional power and torque, but also it gets the AMG Performance steering wheel with Dinamica inserts in the grip areas, an AMG carbon fibre engine cover and red-painted brake calipers.
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG can be also equipped with the Driver’s Package. What it basically does is to increase the limited top speed from 155 mph to 174 mph.
Mercedes-Benz has announced the new ML 63 AMG. The SUV is not only superbly powered, but it now features efficiency and performance, exclusivity and an awesome driving experience. The vehicle boasts a 28% improvement in efficiency over its predecessor.
2012 Mercedes ML 63 AMG is powered by a new 5.5 litre bi-turbo V8 engine with 525PS (386 kW) and 700Nm (519 lb-ft). The optional AMG Performance package boosts the V8 engine’s power output to 557PS (410 kW) and its maximum torque to 760Nm (563 lb-ft).
“Like its predecessors, the new ML 63 AMG sets new standards in terms of performance, exclusivity and a superlative driving experience – plus the efficiency factor, which is acquiring ever greater emphasis at Mercedes-AMG. As the inventor of the high-performance SUV, we remain true to the philosophy which we introduced in 1999 with the ML 55 AMG and continued in 2005 with the ML 63 AMG.”, commented Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG
The newly developed ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM for active roll stabilisation, the AMG-specific design and the broad scope of standard equipment and appointments provide for a highly attractive overall package.
The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine features spray-guided direct petrol injection with piezo injectors, ECO start/stop system, an all-aluminium crankcase, four valves per cylinder with camshaft adjustment, air-water charge air cooling and generator management. All this mean that you’ll have more power, better torque and less fuel consumption, which is 23.9 mpg. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and 4.7 seconds if fitted with the AMG Performance Package, while the top speed stands at 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.
The engine is mated to AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC system, which is 7-speed automatic gearbox with several functions – C (Controlled Efficiency), S (Sport) and M (Manual).
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG
The AMG Performance package includes an engine cover in high-quality real carbon, callipers in red painted finish and the AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather/DINAMICA.
2012 ML 63 AMG stands on enormous five-spoke light-alloy wheels – 9J x 20” with 265/45 R 20 up front and 10J x 21” with 295/35 R 21 at the rear axle.
The AMG high-performance braking system provides for the shortest possible braking distances and high fade resistance, featuring ventilated and perforated brake discs all-round in size 390 x 36 mm – front and 345 x 26 mm – rear.
The interior boasts electrically adjustable AMG sports seats, four-spoke AMG Performance steering wheel with aluminium shift paddles. There are also aluminium trim elements, leather upholstery and a lot AMG badges. The distinctively designed instrument cluster with colour TFT monitor, AMG welcome logo and AMG main menu is exclusive to the ML 63 AMG.
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Interior
The designo Exclusive package features Nappa leather upholstery on the AMG sports seats with an unusual diamond pattern. It is available in designo marron, designo porcelain and designo black. There are also AMG badges in the backrests of the front seats and the outer rear seats as well as velour floor mats with designo metal badges and black designo leather edging. A designo roof lining in DINAMICA black rounds off the designo Exclusive package.
Further optional items include designo trims in black piano lacquer and the designo wood/leather steering wheel in black piano lacquer.
The new Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG will launch in the UK in Spring 2012.
ML 63 AMG
Displacement
5461 cc
Bore x stroke
98.0 x 90.5 mm
Compression ratio
10.0 : 1
Output
525 hp at 5250 rpm
557 hp at 5750/rpm*
Max torque
700 Nm at 1750-5000 rpm
760 Nm at 2000-5000 rpm*
Engine weight (dry)
204 kg
Fuel consumption, NEDC combined
23.9 mpg
CO2 emissions
276 g/km
Acceleration 0-62 mph
4.8 s
4.7 s*
Top speed
155 mph**
* with AMG Performance package; ** electronically limited.
Check the standard and optional equipment, below!
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG standard equipment:
• AMG door sills in stainless steel
• AMG sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs
• Audio 20 CD radio with Bluetooth and USB interface
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Electric sliding glass roof
• Heated seats for driver and front passenger
Exclusive optional extras are also available from the AMG Performance Studio:
• AMGfloor mats
• AMG light-alloy wheels (10 x 21) in 5-spoke design, painted in titanium grey with a high-sheen finish, fitted with tyres in size 295/35 R 21
• AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather/DINAMICA
• AMG Performance package with increase in power of 32 hp and 60 Newton metres more torque, AMG engine cover in high-quality real carbon, AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather/DINAMICA, callipers in red painted finish
Optional equipment:
• Trailer coupling with electric unlocking
• Becker® MAP PILOT
• Electrically operated EASY PACK tailgate
• Rear Seat Entertainment System
• harman/kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system
• Wood/leather steering wheel in nappa leather
• THERMOTRONIC luxury automatic climate control
• Light package including Intelligent Light System
The successful ML 63 AMG will shortly be launched as the especially exclusive “10th Anniversary” variant. The 375-kW/510-hp top M-Class model fascinates with its striking appearance and extraordinary standard features. (more…)
With the ML 63 AMG “Performance Studio”, the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO, opened in 2006, showcases its expertise in helping realise the dreams of individual motorists, offering exclusivity at the Affalterbach location. The very special M-Class features a combination of uniquely detailed fittings typical of the vehicles designed in the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO. (more…)
Mercedes-Benz has announced the new ML 63 AMG. The SUV is not only superbly powered, but it now features efficiency and performance, exclusivity and an awesome driving experience. The vehicle boasts a 28% improvement in efficiency over its predecessor.
