The Mercedes-AMG GT R Black Series: From Dream to Track

Every self-respecting luxury brand has a super car, a car that makes everyone dream, whether it's with its lines, its name, or its performance level. 

In the case of the Mercedes-AMG GT R Black Series, it's all that. This extreme version of the AMG GT coupe pushes the limits of performance when it does not outright defy the laws of physics. 

At Mercedes-Benz Rive-Sud, your Mercedes-Benz dealer on the South Shore of Montreal in the borough of Greenfield Park in Longueuil, near Brossard, Chambly and Boucherville, take the opportunity to look at the inventory of new Mercedes-Benz and pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles, as well as the Mercedes-Benz Canada build and price.

Non-Conventional

In addition to its spectacular styling, the AMG GT R Black Series also defies the norms of the supercar world. Usually, when you think of a track beast capable of high-flying prowess, you think of a mid-engine car, so as not to insult Newton too much when negotiating high-speed corners. 

But with its front-engine configuration (even though it sits behind the wheel axle), the AMG GT R thumbs its nose at convention, as does the Porsche 911 with its rear-engine design. In fact, the performance level of this GT R Black Series version comes very close to that of a GT3 variant of the 911. These are part of the things that make this car so appealing. 

Under the Hood

Under the coupe's long, imposing hood is a new version of AMG's 4-litre V8 engine, a block that uses a flat-surface crankshaft instead of a conventional one. The rev limit is 7,200 rpm, which is 200 rpm faster than the same engine serving the GT variant. 

Mercedes-Benz's performance division, AMG, says that the improved thermodynamic balance of the flat-plane crankshaft ignition cycle, which alternates between cylinder banks, creates a more balanced gas flow. The other major mechanical change is a duo of larger turbochargers that deliver up to 24.6 psi of boost. 

As a result, maximum power increases to 720 horsepower. Torque is at 595 lb-ft. 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. 0-200? Less than 9 seconds! Better yet, the power-to-weight ratio has been improved by the extensive use of carbon fibre composites. The fenders, hood and tailgate are all made of carbon, as is most of the interior trim. Overall, the Black Series version loses 77 pounds compared to the GT R, which is huge when you're swimming in high performance.

Splitting Air

The aerodynamic improvements that have been made constitute another remarkable feat achieved with the design of this version. Breaking the air on a track is essential to achieving top times. The regular GT variant is already a model of efficiency in this regard, but we've added a layer to it. 

A closer look at the model reveals a front end covered with vents, scoops, and air intakes. The radiator grille is larger and toothier, and underneath it is an elongated front diffuser, large enough that its presence requires tensioning clips, as found in motorsports. Both the diffuser and the huge rear spoiler are manually adjustable. There is also an active element on the ends of the spoiler. Overall, the aerodynamic downforce is over 880 pounds at 250 km/h. 

From the inside, the driver can also adjust the suspension, including the anti-roll bars. 

Carbon ceramic brakes make sure to stop the beast almost as quickly as it takes off. This braking power is no surprise, as they were designed under the influence of brand ambassador and multiple DTM series champion Bernd Schneider. And braking is the dada of this exceptional driver. 

A Track Car

Inside, you can't expect the same kind of comfort you'd enjoy in a passenger car. The AMG GT R Black Series is a track beast and that's where it should be exploited. To find out more about it, don't hesitate to stop by your Mercedes-Benz dealer on the South Shore of Montreal in the Greenfield Park borough of Longueuil, near Brossard, Chambly and Boucherville.