2001 Brabus M V12
The Guinness Book of World Records proclaimed it the fastest 4×4 in the world: The BRABUS M 12, electronically limited to a top speed of 260 km/h, is based on the Mercedes M-Class.
That performance is made possible by the BRABUS displacement increase to 7,255 ccm, achieved through the use of a special crankshaft and forged pistons. In addition, the cylinder heads are fine-tuned and sport camshafts are mounted. The engine electronics are adjusted to the new conditions as well. The BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust with metal catalyst and four tail pipes guarantees optimal exhaust flow and a sporty engine sound.
top speed electronically limited to 260 km/h
The fully leather interior in BRABUS mastik leather is precisely crafted down to the smallest detail. Countless attractive extras are offered, like a perfectly integrated navigation system or a TV/VCR system with LCD displays in the back of the front head rests.
In Detail
| price $ | $187 180 USD |
| engine | V12 |
| displacement | 7255 cc / 442.7 in³ |
| bore | 91 mm / 3.58 in |
| stroke | 93 mm / 3.66 in |
| compression | 10.0:1 |
| power | 434.0 kw / 582.0 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| specific output | 80.22 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | bhp per tonne |
| torque | 772 nm / 569.4 ft lbs @ 4000 rpm |
| driven wheels | Front Engine / 4WD |
| front tires | 285/50R-18 |
| rear tires | 285/50R-18 |
| f brake size | mm / in |
| r brake size | mm / in |
| front wheels | F 45.7 x 25.4 cm / 18.0 x 10.0 in |
| rear wheels | R 45.7 x 25.4 cm / 18.0 x 10.0 in |
| transmission | 5-Speed Auto |
| gear ratios | :1 |
| top speed | ~260 kph / 161.6 mph |
| 0 – 60 mph | ~5.3 seconds |
