Mercedes SLS Gullwing

The new super sports car from Mercedes-Benz with aluminum spaceframe body and gullwing doors.In addition to the gullwing doors, a Mercedes-exotic hallmark dating to the original 300SL, the SLS will feature a number of new features including AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration.The ideal front/rear weight distribution of 47 to 53 percent and the vehicle's low centre of gravity are testimony to the uncompromising sports car concept. The 'Gullwing' accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, before going on to a top speed of 317 km/h.The use of high-strength components compensates for the increased engine load associated with the higher output. Forged pistons, a reinforced crankshaft bearing, optimised crankcase structure, along with improved lubrication thanks to an on demand high-performance oil pump ensure optimum durability.

Mercedes SLS Gullwing
Base Price	150.000 Euro
Power	571 BHP
Zero to 60 mph	3.8 s
Zero to 100 mph	N/A
Top speed	197 mph | 317 kmh

The AMGhigh-performance braking system with composite brake discs at the front ensures extremely short stopping distances even under enormous loads.The ceramic brake discs will perform reliably at even higher operating temperatures thanks to their greater hardness, all combined with an impressive weight reduction of around 40 percent.A powerful eight-cylinder engine manufactured by Mercedes-AMG forms the heart of the new SLS. The fine-tuned 6.3-litre V8 engine develops 420 kW/571 hp at 6800 rpm, turning the Mercedes SLS AMGinto one of the most powerful sports cars in its segment. A power-to-weight ratio of 2.84 kg/hp comes courtesy of the low vehicle weight. The naturally aspirated engine delivers maximum torque of 650 Nm at 4750 rpm.

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W198) was designed to be a high-performance sports car for the road capitalizing on the heritage of the famous Mercedes 300 SLR race car. It was introduced at the 1954 New York Auto Show. Approximately 1,400 cars were ever made with 80% going to the US.The Stuttgart-based brand unveiled its new sports car in February 1954 at the International Motor Sports Show in New York, and in so doing lit the fuse for an icon of the automotive world. Mercedes-Benz 300 SL was very technically advanced and unlike most sports cars of its time featured fuel injection and an independent rear suspension and soon became known not only for it's impressive performance, but also for superb build quality. more about Mercedes 300 SL>>

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