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CL 65 AMG: 1000 Newton metres of torque already available at 2000 rpm
Mercedes-AMG is the creator of yet another automotive masterpiece which celebrates its world premiere in Geneva. The new CL 65 AMG continues the successful twelve-cylinder tradition of Mercedes-AMG with an up-to-date V12 power unit which exhibits stunning performance characteristics. Thanks to twin turbocharging this engine develops 450 kW/612 hp and makes a remarkable 1000 Newton metres of torque available from 2000 rpm. This makes the CL 65 AMG the most powerful AMG model to date.
Thanks to this muscular AMG 12-cylinder powerpack the Coupé matches the performance of thoroughbred sports cars: from standstill the CL 65 AMG accelerates to 100 km/h in only 4.5 seconds (provisional figure). Its maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
The new AMG engine is based on the 12-cylinder unit of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In addition to an increase in displacement from 5513 to 5980 cubic centimetres, numerous other modifications are responsible for the output and torque increase in the new CL 65 AMG. For example the AMG engineers have increased ther cylinder bore from 82 to 82.6 millimetres, lengthened the stroke of the crankshaft by six millimetres to 93 millimetres and increased the charge pressure of the turbochargers to a maximum of 1.5 bar. In addition they have used forged pistons, main and big-end bearings made from extremely high temperature and pressure-resistant materials and enlarged the apertures in the injection nozzles to achieve a higher fuel flow. Power is transferred by a five-speed automatic transmission with the SPEEDSHIFT function and steering-wheel gearshift. The exceptional torque of the V12 is always safely under control, thanks to modifications to various transmission components, the rear axle differential, the drive shafts and the wheel carriers.
Like all models in the CL-Class the new CL 65 AMG is fitted as standard with the Active Body Control (ABC) suspension system, whose spring struts have been configured for greater stiffness in the high-performance Coupé.
CL 65 AMG: 1000 Newton metres of torque already available at 2000 rpm
Mercedes-AMG is the creator of yet another automotive masterpiece which celebrates its world premiere in Geneva. The new CL 65 AMG continues the successful twelve-cylinder tradition of Mercedes-AMG with an up-to-date V12 power unit which exhibits stunning performance characteristics. Thanks to twin turbocharging this engine develops 450 kW/612 hp and makes a remarkable 1000 Newton metres of torque available from 2000 rpm. This makes the CL 65 AMG the most powerful AMG model to date.
Thanks to this muscular AMG 12-cylinder powerpack the Coupé matches the performance of thoroughbred sports cars: from standstill the CL 65 AMG accelerates to 100 km/h in only 4.5 seconds (provisional figure). Its maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
The new AMG engine is based on the 12-cylinder unit of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In addition to an increase in displacement from 5513 to 5980 cubic centimetres, numerous other modifications are responsible for the output and torque increase in the new CL 65 AMG. For example the AMG engineers have increased ther cylinder bore from 82 to 82.6 millimetres, lengthened the stroke of the crankshaft by six millimetres to 93 millimetres and increased the charge pressure of the turbochargers to a maximum of 1.5 bar. In addition they have used forged pistons, main and big-end bearings made from extremely high temperature and pressure-resistant materials and enlarged the apertures in the injection nozzles to achieve a higher fuel flow. Power is transferred by a five-speed automatic transmission with the SPEEDSHIFT function and steering-wheel gearshift. The exceptional torque of the V12 is always safely under control, thanks to modifications to various transmission components, the rear axle differential, the drive shafts and the wheel carriers.
Like all models in the CL-Class the new CL 65 AMG is fitted as standard with the Active Body Control (ABC) suspension system, whose spring struts have been configured for greater stiffness in the high-performance Coupé.
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2003 CL55 AMG
Re: 2 piece AMG wheels
Originally posted by RonG
Are those AMG 2 piece wheels available at the present time? What size are they or do they appear to be? Anyone know?
Are those AMG 2 piece wheels available at the present time? What size are they or do they appear to be? Anyone know?
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CL 65 Wheels
What are the wheel sizes on the stock CL65? Also, where are the 19" split spoke, two piece wheels available?
Revies says 4.5 sec. 0-60 time, which is only a tenth better than MB's spec. for the CL55. Also, what is the gross weight difference between the two and how does the front/rear weight distribution compare?
Revies says 4.5 sec. 0-60 time, which is only a tenth better than MB's spec. for the CL55. Also, what is the gross weight difference between the two and how does the front/rear weight distribution compare?
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Re: CL 65 Wheels
Originally posted by victoryroad
What are the wheel sizes on the stock CL65? Also, where are the 19" split spoke, two piece wheels available?
Revies says 4.5 sec. 0-60 time, which is only a tenth better than MB's spec. for the CL55. Also, what is the gross weight difference between the two and how does the front/rear weight distribution compare?
What are the wheel sizes on the stock CL65? Also, where are the 19" split spoke, two piece wheels available?
Revies says 4.5 sec. 0-60 time, which is only a tenth better than MB's spec. for the CL55. Also, what is the gross weight difference between the two and how does the front/rear weight distribution compare?
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Re: Re: CL 65 Wheels
Originally posted by awiner
Tire Rack and Wheel Experts have the 19" 2 piece AMG dual spokes. IF this car comes to the U.S., I doubt MBUSA will spec 19" wheels. They never have.
Tire Rack and Wheel Experts have the 19" 2 piece AMG dual spokes. IF this car comes to the U.S., I doubt MBUSA will spec 19" wheels. They never have.
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Originally posted by glowrider
I put off my order for the CL 55 this week to wait to see whats gonna happen with the 65, I hope it will come here!
I put off my order for the CL 55 this week to wait to see whats gonna happen with the 65, I hope it will come here!
Get the 55 and enjoy a fun ride
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2003 CL55
CL55 power upgrades
Kleeman will have a 630 bhp upgrade in April or May for the 55. Others will surely have various upgrades for the engine as well that will give the 55 the acceleration and throttle response of the 65 or better. Go with the 55. If you really need the extra power, just add it on.
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One Newton-meter of torque equals 8.85 inch pounds or 0.738 foot pounds so 1000 Nm would be 738 lb. ft.
I would like to know how the drive system/suspension/electronitics for the CL65 differ from the CL55 to put down that enormous torque without spinning the wheels unduly.
I would like to know how the drive system/suspension/electronitics for the CL65 differ from the CL55 to put down that enormous torque without spinning the wheels unduly.
