Thursday 31 March 2011

Mercedes SLS

What do you think of the Mercedes SLS?
Here are some outstanding specs:

Specifications

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe
ESTIMATED BASE PRICE: $225,000
ENGINE TYPE: DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, port fuel injection
Displacement: 379 cu in, 6208cc
Power (SAE net): 563 bhp @ 6800 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 479 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
TRANSMISSION: 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 105.5 in Length: 182.6 in
Width: 76.3 in Height: 49.7 in
Curb weight: 3600 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST):
Zero to 60 mph: 3.5 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 11.7 sec @ 125 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 196 mph
PROJECTED FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST):
EPA city/highway driving: 13/20 mpg