S2000 VS SLK32 AMG....
04-06-2005, 12:02 AM
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The S2000 is lighter, but how fast are you guys able to launch it? Getting consistent 5.5 second times is not that easy.
The autobox of the AMG will launch it to 60 in the acclaimed 5.2 seconds everytime. Some magazines and websites have recorded as low as 4.9 (or lower) probably with the help of a little brake assisted start.
I saw one clip of an S2000 racing the 32, and that s2k had a supercharger in it (blowing 330hp I think it was). There, the race was very close, but the s2k only won during rolling start where he was already running close to VTEC revolutions.
The autobox of the AMG will launch it to 60 in the acclaimed 5.2 seconds everytime. Some magazines and websites have recorded as low as 4.9 (or lower) probably with the help of a little brake assisted start.
I saw one clip of an S2000 racing the 32, and that s2k had a supercharger in it (blowing 330hp I think it was). There, the race was very close, but the s2k only won during rolling start where he was already running close to VTEC revolutions.
04-06-2005, 05:58 AM
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Originally Posted by BNavZ,Apr 5 2005, 07:14 PM
Win in what? What kind of competition? What kind of race? Are you guys racing to see whose top goes down faster?? If thats the case, then you should spank the shit out of him...
04-06-2005, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Shinigami,Apr 6 2005, 12:02 AM
The S2000 is lighter, but how fast are you guys able to launch it? Getting consistent 5.5 second times is not that easy.
The autobox of the AMG will launch it to 60 in the acclaimed 5.2 seconds everytime. Some magazines and websites have recorded as low as 4.9 (or lower) probably with the help of a little brake assisted start.
I saw one clip of an S2000 racing the 32, and that s2k had a supercharger in it (blowing 330hp I think it was). There, the race was very close, but the s2k only won during rolling start where he was already running close to VTEC revolutions.
The autobox of the AMG will launch it to 60 in the acclaimed 5.2 seconds everytime. Some magazines and websites have recorded as low as 4.9 (or lower) probably with the help of a little brake assisted start.
I saw one clip of an S2000 racing the 32, and that s2k had a supercharger in it (blowing 330hp I think it was). There, the race was very close, but the s2k only won during rolling start where he was already running close to VTEC revolutions.
2002-2004 SLK32 AMG
MSRP: $56,170.00
Engine: AMG-built intercooled supercharged SOHC 18 valve 90 degree V-6. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block. Alloy cylinder heads. Reinforced crankshaft and valvetrain. Lightweight camshafts.
Net power: 349 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Net torque: 332 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Coefficient of drag: .35 Cd with top up
Curb weight: 3,220 lb/1,460 kg
Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds [M-B tends to be conservative in their acceleration times]
http://www.mbusa.com/brand/container.jsp?/...subNav=overview
04-06-2005, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Mutlu,Apr 6 2005, 07:47 AM
Just race him on some mountain/curvy roads. Straight line speeds will not be to your advantage....I think 0-60 on that car is like mid 4s if not high 4s.
News flash: the SLK is no slouch in a straight line OR around a corner.
04-07-2005, 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by benzer,Apr 6 2005, 07:53 AM
The facts: ...
But the 32 was actually rated by MB at 5.2 seconds. They do seem to change their numbers quite often though (and MB is very conservative with them).
04-07-2005, 10:34 AM
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M-B has the original SLK32 at 4.8 now as well -- http://www.mbusa.com/brand/container.jsp?/...ec=2&category=3
I have a C43 myself -- like the natural aspiration and engine/exhaust note.
I wonder to what extent AMG has "diluted" themselves with an AMG car in every model line (even the G) and output up drastically since the days of making only one model such as the C36 or the C43 in very limited numbers (plus the European tuning and one-off work) -- I seem to have read recently that 10 - 15% of current US M-B sales are now AMG cars. As each engine is hand-assembed by a single engineer, they have to be reaching much deeper into the employee pool to get the volume out.
I have a C43 myself -- like the natural aspiration and engine/exhaust note.
I wonder to what extent AMG has "diluted" themselves with an AMG car in every model line (even the G) and output up drastically since the days of making only one model such as the C36 or the C43 in very limited numbers (plus the European tuning and one-off work) -- I seem to have read recently that 10 - 15% of current US M-B sales are now AMG cars. As each engine is hand-assembed by a single engineer, they have to be reaching much deeper into the employee pool to get the volume out.
04-08-2005, 09:35 AM
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Besides the price, THE BENZ WILL RAPE A S.... I have driven plenty of them and that supercharged motor has trq at just about every point in their band... Actually its one of the fast Benz's i've driven(also drove c32's, s55, c43, ) only Benz i can says its not faster then is the sl55- or the e55..NOt saying that the s isnt a better car, value, and fun factor,,,. But honestly the slk should hand an S ITS @$$ in a straight line!!!!
04-08-2005, 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by steve c,Apr 6 2005, 07:23 PM
It is on an S2000 board.
The AMG SLK is a hoot -- too bad it is auto only.
The AMG SLK is a hoot -- too bad it is auto only.
At least have an SMG like BMW... The speedshift is cool and all, but its got the torque lockup convertors and shit like an automatic... Put a real clutch in there! Be it manually controlled or electronically...
04-09-2005, 09:40 PM
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in the video the slk32 wins twice. All three races the s2000 jumps first. On the second and third it still gets pulled even getting the jump. I would say a well driven s/c s2000 will be very close to the slk but not quite enough to beat it.
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/slk32/compte...0vsSLK32AMG.wmv
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/slk32/compte...0vsSLK32AMG.wmv