Science behind going fast.
Mercedes-AMG dropped a major blow to the motoring industry last November. The AMG GT Black Series’ production car lap record was set at what is arguably the most famous location for such accomplishments, the 12.8-mile Nordschleife loop at Nurburgring. This is a stunning feat of engineering, as the Merc carries its engine in front and drives only the rear wheels – a configuration totally different from the previous record-holding machines.
Mercedes-AMG provided details about the suspension settings used to set the record lap in its announcement. TheGT Black Series – New
There are many adjustable parts for suspension and aerodynamics. These components are included in the factory stock package. This new video is from Mercedes BenzSome additional gossip from the backstages that contributed to the record-breaking 6:43.61 Nordschleife lap
We know that the Black Series uses Michelin Pilot Sport Cup R rubber. But they aren’t the same tires you could order for your car. Michelin made two sets of Black Series tires, but the video doesn’t show the details. However, compound mixtures are a part of the magic. The car comes with soft Cup 2 R Mercedes Original MO tires. These are designed for cooler climates. They are more efficient at holding heat and heat, and they wear faster. Black Series owners have the option to purchase Cup 2 R MO tires, which are made with a harder compound and are better suited to warmer climates.
Aerodynamics make a big difference in track performance. For track use, the front splitter can also be manually extended to give front tires more grip at high speeds. The rear spoiler’s dual-plane spoiler can be adjusted to three settings. These components were dialed in to the record run along with wheel camber and toe, ride height and other suspension-related settings.
Maro Engel, AMG racing driver, started the day with warm-up laps. It was essential to dial in the car and get a feel of the Merc’s nuances. However, the weather may have been an issue. The majority of the day was spent waiting for track to dry, with some damp spots still present when the record attempt took place. This makes the lap even more impressive.
The previous record-setting machine, Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, was just 6:43. The twin-turbocharged, 4.0-liter V8 produces 720 horsepower (537kW).