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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG DTM

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG DTM

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG DTM

In 2008 Mercedes-Benz released an updated version of their C-Class DTM car based on the C 63 AMG. It was outwardly similar to the 2007 contender with updates under the skin. The car was used up until 2011 when the technical development was halted in the August of 2009.
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In Detail

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type Racing Car
engine 90º V8
valvetrain 4 Valves per Cyl
displacement 4000 cc / 244.09 in³
power 372.89999 kw / 500 bhp @ 7500 rpm
specific output 125.0 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 476.19 bhp per tonne
torque 500 nm / 368.79999 ft lbs
body / frame Carbon Fiber Body w/Steel Roof over Steel Spaceframe Chassis
driven wheels RWD
wheel type Aluminum
front wheels F 45.700001 x 27.9 cm / 18 x 11 in
rear wheels R 45.700001 x 30.5 cm / 18 x 12 in
steering Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
f suspension Double Wishbones w/Inboard Spring/Damper Units
r suspension Double Wishbones w/Inboard Spring/Damper Units
curb weight 1050 kg / 2315.25 lbs
wheelbase 2795 mm / 110 in
length 4872 mm / 191.8 in
width 1845 mm / 72.599998 in
height 1255 mm / 49.400002 in
transmission 6-Speed Sequential Transaxle
tran clutch 3-Disc Carbon-Fibre Clutch
fuel capacity 65 litres or 17.16 gal.