Porsche 911 GT2 RS VS Mercedes-AMG GT
Porsche 911 GT2 RS 2018 VS Mercedes-AMG GT 2018
2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS VS 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT
2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS:
The fastest and most powerful road-approved 911 is ready for launch: The new Porsche 911 GT2 RS celebrated its world premiere at the 2017 Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK. At the heart of this high-performance sports car is a 515 kW (700 hp) biturbo flat engine. Weighing in at 1,470 kg with a full fuel tank, the lightweight two-seater accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds. The rear-wheel drive Coupé has a top speed of 340 km/h, and with its near-motorsport drive technology, the new Porsche 911 GT2 RS trumps its 3.6-litre predecessor by 59 kW (80 hp) and achieves a torque of 750 Newton metres (an increase of 50 Nm). The engine builds on that 3.8-litre in the 911 Turbo S at 427 kW (580 hp). In order to increase performance, large turbochargers push an increased volume of process air into the combustion chambers. A new additional cooling system delivers optimum cooling at peak loads and, at very high temperatures, sprays the charge-air cooler with water. This causes the gas temperature to fall in the overpressure range and ensures optimum power output, even under extreme conditions. The customised GT seven-speed double-clutch transmission (PDK) in the new GT2 RS enables power to be transferred with uninterrupted traction. What's more, the specially developed exhaust system is made from extra-lightweight titanium, weighs around seven kilograms less than the system used in the 911 Turbo and delivers an emotional sound without precedent. For the first time ever, Porsche Design is celebrating the debut of the high-performance sports car by releasing a special-issue watch. Offering a nod to the world of motorsport, the Porsche 911 GT2 RS watch is exclusively available to owners of the new vehicle and can only be ordered in conjunction with the new GT model at a Porsche Centre from June 30, 2017...
https://www.netcarshow.com/porsche/2018-911_gt2_rs/
2018 Mercedes-AMG GT:
New for 2018: AMG adds new variants to the GT lineup: the GT Roadster, GT C Coupe, GT C Roadster, and the quickest variant, the GT R coupe. The GT and GT S models received a facelift. Vehicle Summary: The GT is the flagship and only model that Mercedes-Benz’s in-house performance division, AMG, produces, though the brand modifies many other Mercedes vehicles. The base AMG GT has the highest starting price of all the automaker’s drop-top models and the second highest starting price of all the automaker’s coupes, after the S-Class Coupe. The AMG GT was bred for high-performance. Overview: All 2018 AMG GT models come equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 in different power outputs depending on the model. The base GT coupe and GT Roadster produce 469 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque, the GT S coupe delivers 515 hp and 494 lb-ft of torque, The GT C Roadster and coupe both churn out 550 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque, and lastly, the GT R coupe produces an impressive 577 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. All engines are mated to AMG’s seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that routes power to the rear wheels. The 2018 AMG GT Roadster and coupe come standard with Airpanel active air management (automatic grille shutters), AMG Dynamic Select driving modes, AMG sport suspension, a limited slip rear differential, AMG Performance seats, AMG Panamericana grille reminiscent of a classic Mercedes, and a weight-optimized fabric soft top (roadster). On the other end of the spectrum is the GT R that comes standard with forged aluminum wheels (19-inch front and 20-inch rear) wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, adjustable nine-setting AMG traction control system, extensive use of carbon fiber, active rear-wheel steering, electronic limited-slip differential, manually adjustable AMG coil-over suspension, active aerodynamics, and the AMG Dynamic Plus package that includes Dynamic Engine and Transmission Mounts, increased front-wheel negative camber, and increased peak horsepower from 6,000-6,500 rpm...
http://www.motortrend.com/cars/mercedes-benz/amg-gt/2018/
