2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car Review
New Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is used as the safety car in the 2011 DTM season. After the presentation of the DTM in Wiesbaden 10 April 2011, the new safety car made its debut in May 1, 2011 the opening round of the German Touring Car Masters at the Hockenheimring Baden-Wurttemberg. V8 Sports Saloon has been only slightly modified to make it a challenging task DTM. Responsibility for the development and production of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG safety car was entrusted to experts in all AMG vehicles, the development department and the AMG Performance Studio.
New Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is used as the safety car in the 2011 DTM season. After the presentation of the DTM in Wiesbaden 10 April 2011, the new safety car made its debut in May 1, 2011 the opening round of the German Touring Car Masters at the Hockenheimring Baden-Wurttemberg. V8 Sports Saloon has been only slightly modified to make it a challenging task DTM. Responsibility for the development and production of the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG safety car was entrusted to experts in all AMG vehicles, the development department and the AMG Performance Studio.
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| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car |
Decisions on the deployment of the safety car made by Deutsche Motor Sport Bund (DMSB) - governing body of motor sport in Germany - who takes responsibility for the implementation of security and compliance and the performance of official duties Sports in accordance with the rules of DTM. Controlled racer Jürgen Kastenholz (43), Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG safety car has the task of ensuring maximum safety for riders and spectators in the event of dangerous situations such as severe weather, accidents or other incidents. When the radio from stroke, the safety car is positioned at the head of the DTM field and cars looking around the track until normal racing can resume.
The new Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is used for the 2011 DTM season scales new heights in terms of design and technology: the AMG 6.3-liter V8 has an exceptionally high production 358 kW (487 hp) and maximum torque of 600 Nm. The increase in production compared with the standard 336 kW (457 hp) is due to the AMG Performance package, which is optional for all models C63 AMG and allows the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4, 3 seconds (4.4 seconds Estate). AMG Performance Package for the engine specialists have put their trust in the transfer of technology from Mercedes-Benz SLS: forged pistons, connecting rods and crankshaft, the light was taken from the gullwing model. The low inertia of the components of three kilograms lighter allow naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine to rev freely and respond faster.
The complete performance characteristics include variable intake manifold, titanium gray and the AMG high-performance braking system with composite brake discs at the front.
The new Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is used for the 2011 DTM season scales new heights in terms of design and technology: the AMG 6.3-liter V8 has an exceptionally high production 358 kW (487 hp) and maximum torque of 600 Nm. The increase in production compared with the standard 336 kW (457 hp) is due to the AMG Performance package, which is optional for all models C63 AMG and allows the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4, 3 seconds (4.4 seconds Estate). AMG Performance Package for the engine specialists have put their trust in the transfer of technology from Mercedes-Benz SLS: forged pistons, connecting rods and crankshaft, the light was taken from the gullwing model. The low inertia of the components of three kilograms lighter allow naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine to rev freely and respond faster.
The complete performance characteristics include variable intake manifold, titanium gray and the AMG high-performance braking system with composite brake discs at the front.
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| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car |
AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed sports table
New equipment includes AMG Speedshift MCT 7 innovative sports gearbox which includes a start-up wet clutch and four transmissions and dual functions start and trip RACE for optimum driving dynamics. Peculiarities of the current model includes aluminum hood with PowerDome altered, the new grille, new headlamps, new AMG rear apron with black diffuser insert and feature active rear-axle cooling. To maximize the contribution of the radiator, front apron AMG DTM safety car features enlarged openings and side vents, while the AMG spoiler lip in carbon fiber on the trunk lid reduces lift at high speed track . According to this view, also the AMG DTM Safety Car outside sport mirrors carbon fiber.
New equipment includes AMG Speedshift MCT 7 innovative sports gearbox which includes a start-up wet clutch and four transmissions and dual functions start and trip RACE for optimum driving dynamics. Peculiarities of the current model includes aluminum hood with PowerDome altered, the new grille, new headlamps, new AMG rear apron with black diffuser insert and feature active rear-axle cooling. To maximize the contribution of the radiator, front apron AMG DTM safety car features enlarged openings and side vents, while the AMG spoiler lip in carbon fiber on the trunk lid reduces lift at high speed track . According to this view, also the AMG DTM Safety Car outside sport mirrors carbon fiber.
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| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car interior |
With exceptional drive and differential lock three floors of the ESP ®
The coil-over suspension with adjustable differential lock and 3-stage ESP ® offers a high level of agility and great grip on the racetrack. The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car is footwear with multi-AMG light alloy, painted matte black with a bright, high rim of the tire, tires 235/35 R 19 front and 255/30 R 19 rear tires.
AMG high-performance braking system is optimized for the track: the composite brake discs, six-piston front brake discs and steel shaft with four-piston calipers on the rear axle, all discs are internally ventilated and perforated. At the same time, the AMG sports exhaust system with a special rear silencer provide unmistakable AMG V8 sound.
Characteristics of the safety car on the DTM AMG C63 series includes feature logos DTM safety car, LED lightbar on the roof and the flashing strobe LED on the front and rear. A license plate with LED lit and the "Safety Car" the words on the tailgate make the car easier to see in bad weather. To facilitate communication with the race director, the safety car equipped with a radio and a TV screen. AMG sports bucket seats two with four-point belts provide perfect lateral support for the pilot and copilot, while the AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather / Alcantara with shift paddles ensures optimal vehicle control.
The coil-over suspension with adjustable differential lock and 3-stage ESP ® offers a high level of agility and great grip on the racetrack. The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car is footwear with multi-AMG light alloy, painted matte black with a bright, high rim of the tire, tires 235/35 R 19 front and 255/30 R 19 rear tires.
AMG high-performance braking system is optimized for the track: the composite brake discs, six-piston front brake discs and steel shaft with four-piston calipers on the rear axle, all discs are internally ventilated and perforated. At the same time, the AMG sports exhaust system with a special rear silencer provide unmistakable AMG V8 sound.
Characteristics of the safety car on the DTM AMG C63 series includes feature logos DTM safety car, LED lightbar on the roof and the flashing strobe LED on the front and rear. A license plate with LED lit and the "Safety Car" the words on the tailgate make the car easier to see in bad weather. To facilitate communication with the race director, the safety car equipped with a radio and a TV screen. AMG sports bucket seats two with four-point belts provide perfect lateral support for the pilot and copilot, while the AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather / Alcantara with shift paddles ensures optimal vehicle control.