German Car Scene

Month: July 2013

  • Audi RS 6 vs Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG

    Audi RS 6 vs Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG
    This new video from Auto Express sees Mat Watson and James Disdale compare two heavy-hitting Estates: Audi’s latest RS 6 and the Mercedes E 63 AMG.

    The Audi is propelled by a twin-turbocharged 4.0 TFSI V8 unit sending 412 kW (560 hp) and 700 Nm of torque to all four wheels via an eight-speed tiptronic transmission, allowing a 0-100 km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a limited 250 km/h top speed, which can be raised to 280 km/h (174 mph) upon request. The E 63 AMG Wagon uses a 5.5-litre bi-turbo V8, developing 410 kW (557 hp) and 720 Nm, to crack 100 km/h in 3.8s with top speed limited to 250 km/h.
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  • BMW 3 Series by Kelleners Sport

    BMW 3 Series by Kelleners Sport
    Kelleners Sport has revealed its program for BMW’s 3 Series Saloon and Estate models fitted with the M Sport package.

    Visually, the kit consists of an MS spoiler lip, a subtle boot lid spoiler and mirror casings. These components can also be specified in clear coated carbon fibre. The factory wheels have been superseded by Kelleners’ ‘Hamburg’ design alloy wheels in either a 19 or 20-inch diameter, while a choice of sports springs or adjustable coilovers lower the car by 30 mm and 60 mm respectively.

    Moving inside, Kelleners’ upholstery department offers a range of leathers including Nappa and ostrich, with a choice of over 60 colours to choose from, along with wood and carbon fibre trim elements, velour floor mats and aluminium pedals.

    As well as an exhaust system with quadruple tailpipes, the company can provide performance increases for all petrol and diesel-engined variants. For example, the 320d enjoys an increase in output from 135 kW (184 hp) and 380 Nm of torque to 160 kW (218 hp) and 435 Nm, while the 330d, which normally generates 190 kW (258 hp) and 560 Nm, climbs to 222 kW (302 hp) and 655 Nm. Finally, owners of the 328i see a jump from 180 kW (241 hp) and 350 Nm to 216 kW (290 hp) and 420 Nm.
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  • BMW M6 by AC Schnitzer

    AC Schnitzer BMW M6 Cabriolet
    Aachen-based tuning specialist AC Schnitzer has revealed its range of options to suit BMW’s M6 Coupe and Cabriolet as well as the M6 Gran Coupe.

    Visually the company’s aero package comprises of a carbon front spoiler, chromed front grille, hood vents, carbon rear diffuser section and rear spoiler (for the Coupe models only). The sport spring kit provides a drop of 15 mm at the front and 25 mm at the rear, while the 20 and 21-inch wheel and tyre packages on offer include the company’s Type VIII (one-piece/multi-piece/forged), Type V (forged) and Type IV rims in Silver or BiColour.

    Inside, the cabin gains a ‘Black Line’ aluminium iDrive cover, an aluminium pedal set and footrest, and embossed velour floor mats.

    Turning to the M6’s powerplant, AC Schnitzer’s performance upgrade, which includes remapped ECU software and a rear silencer with adjustable flap control, sees output from the turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 jump from 418 kW (560 hp) and 680 Nm of torque to 456 kW (620 hp) and 790 Nm, good enough for a 305 km/h (190) top speed.
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  • Porsche 911 GUM Red Square Edition

    Porsche 911 GUM Red Square Edition
    Porsche has announced details of its 911 GUM Red Square Edition for the Russian market.

    Created to celebrate 120 years since the opening of Moscow’s GUM department store in Red Square, the exterior wears Pascha Red paintwork taken from the store’s company logo, along with 20-inch Carrera Classic alloy wheels and sport tailpipes.

    Moving inside, there’s a pair of stainless steel sill plates with backlit company logos, Luxor Beige leather upholstery, mahogany trim inlays and a body-coloured key fob. The Sport Chrono package also comes as standard.

    Based on the Carrera 4S Coupe, power comes from a 3.8-litre straight-six developing 294 kW (400 hp) and 440 Nm, allowing 100 km/h to happen in 4.3 seconds and a 297 km/h top speed with PDK.
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  • Mercedes 190 RM1 V8 eargasm

    Mercedes 190 RM1 V8
    With Carlsson’s SLK 340 race car due to hit the mountains next year, Swiss team Meisel Motorsport, who are handling the project, took their awesome Mercedes 190 RM1 V8 to the La Berra-La Roche hill climb event in Switzerland to show that it hasn’t lost any of its bite after almost ten years of use.

    The 190, which was the fastest in its class on both days with team leader and driver Reto Meisel at the wheel, is propelled by a 3.4-litre V8 Judd Formula 1 engine, tuned to develop an impressive 455 kW (610 hp) and 430 Nm of torque. This powerplant will see service in the SLK, which tips the scales at just 780 kg and will compete in national and international hill climb races in the E1 category.

    Turn your speakers up.
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  • Opel Monza Concept teased

    Opel Monza Concept
    Opel has today released initial details and images of its Monza Concept. The model, which the company calls “Our Vision of Opel’s Future”, will make its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show this September.

    The Concept’s name pays homage to the original Opel Monza Coupe, built between 1978 and 1986, while its styling is anything but old school, with its low stance, muscular contours, chrome grille bar with winglets and slimline headlights sitting above colossal air intakes.

    Essentially the result of Opel’s DRIVE!2022 strategy, the Monza isn’t just about looks, but also the exploration of materials, aerodynamics and ground-breaking powertrain solutions, connectivity and the development of infotainment systems.

    “It is our vision of Opel’s future and stands for our fundamental values: German engineering and precision, combined with enthralling design and innovations suitable for everyday use. The Monza Concept carries these elements forward in a visionary fashion, expressing them with fresh inspiration and clarity. This car is a study that will have a long-term impact on the next generation of Opel models,” said Opel CEO Dr. Karl-Thomas Neumann.

    We can’t wait to see more of the car, and we’re already imagining it lining up with Audi, BMW and Mercedes in the DTM series. We’ve also attempted to brighten the original images for your viewing pleasure, hence the reason for Dr. Neumann’s albino-like appearance.
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