Mercedes-Benz CLS 55 AMG vs Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG
| Category | CLS 55 AMG | C 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.4 l V8 | 6.2 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 476 / 469 | 457 / 451 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 700 / 516 | 600 / 443 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1961 / 4323 | 1809 / 3988 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 243 / 239 | 253 / 249 |
Lap Times
| Track | CLS 55 AMG | C 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:17.80 | 1:15.20 |
| Bedford Autodrome West Circuit (2004 - 06/2008) | 1:35.50 | 1:29.50 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:44.90 | 1:40.00 |
| Balocco | 2:59.49 | 2:57.43 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | CLS 55 AMG | C 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.7 s | 4.4 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 14.6 s | 14.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 9.9 s | 9.8 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.2 s | 3.9 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 9.7 s | 9.2 s |
| 0 - 150 mph | 23.7 s | 22.8 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.9 s @ 96.3 mph | 8.8 s @ 96.9 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 12.5 s | 12.3 s @ 116.2 mph |
General performance
| Category | CLS 55 AMG | C 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 253 kph (157 mph) | 257 kph (160 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.65 g (6 m/s²) | 0.67 g (7 m/s²) |
| Fuel economy | 18.1 l/100 km (13 mpg US / 16 UK) | 16.5 l/100 km (14 mpg US / 17 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.93 g (9 m/s²) | 0.95 g (9 m/s²) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 49 m (161 ft) | 47 m (155 ft) |
Summary
| Category | CLS 55 AMG | C 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 89 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 89 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
C 63 AMG is the fastest by considerable margin.
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