There is an unprecedented competition between premium brands. One of these rivalries was between the Porsche 911 and the AMG GT Coupe. However, the announcement that AMG had developed the SL and GT Coupe together in the past months had upset the users. The general consensus was that this decision would cut the GT Coupe's aggressiveness. So is this real?
Frankly, it's very hard to say without testing the model. But Mercedes-AMG has officially introduced the model under the arrows of criticism. Among the changes experienced, there are things that support the criticism, as well as details that preserve the spirit of AMG. Let's take a look at them all together.
First of all, let's say that the model now comes with a 2+2 seat setup. In addition, the model will also offer the 4Matic+ AWD system as standard. The model, which will be sold with the "63" and "55" versions, will continue to use the V8 engine. On the other hand, according to the allegations, the four-cylinder engine option of the SL 43 may appear in the coming years.
The AMG GT 63 Coupe can produce 585 hp and 800 Nm of torque from this engine. The model, which can complete 0-100 km / h acceleration in 3.2 seconds, is about 63 seconds faster than the SL 0.3 in this sense. Owners of the AMG GT 55 Coupe will be able to get 4.0 hp and 8 Nm of torque from the same twin-turbo 476-liter V700. 0-100 km / h acceleration of this model takes 3.9 seconds.
GT 63 Coupe 315 km/h, GT 55 Coupe 295 km/hzamI have speed. As we mentioned above, both models come with AWD driving system. The 9-speed automatic transmission paired with the engine is responsible for sending the generated power to all wheels. Mercedes' 4Matic+ drive system is also capable of transmitting power only to the rear wheels, according to the user's request.
AMG wants to expand the GT Coupe family with a plug-in hybrid version in the future.
So, is the AMG GT Coupe still aggressive?
The answer is yes. The AMG GT Coupe is still a pretty aggressive car. While its revamped design has taken on a wider and more muscular appearance, it is still quite sporty and aerodynamic. Engine power is also quite high, which gives the GT Coupe impressive performance.
Of course, the GT Coupe is now a more comfortable car. The 2+2 seat setup and the standard 4Matic+ AWD system make the GT Coupe more suitable for daily use. However, that doesn't lessen the GT Coupe's aggressiveness.
