Mercedes It has always been inspired by the world of competition to create its street cars. In the past they have launched models as impressive as the CLK GTR of the late 90s. With that same philosophy the Mercedes AMG One becomes the first roadworthy passenger car with a Formula 1 engine.
Despite being announced as a prototype in 2019 under the name of Mercedes-AMG Project One, the development has meant more performance than initially planned by the Mercedes AMG division. Finally, in the summer of 2022 the production unit is launched. A car as impressive as it is exclusive, reserved for the world's greatest fortunes.
Technical characteristics of the Mercedes-AMG One
One of the biggest complications of the project has been the creation of a platform capable of supporting the high performance of a competition engine. With a frame designed from the ground up, the AMG One is capable of driving on the road At the same time, it has active aerodynamic elements specifically designed for use on the circuit.
With some discrete measures, the AMG One reaches the 4,76 meters long, 2,01 meters wide and 1,26 meters high.either. To these levels we must add a battle of 2,72 meters with a cabin for only two occupants. Given the central position of the engine, the weight distribution is perfectly balanced between both axles.
Although it can be registered just like any car, the Mercedes-AMG One has particular elements. Various aerodynamic programs capable of reducing the height of the car while the multiple aerodynamic appendages such as the rear spoiler or the wings of the front wheel arches are deployed.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Mercedes-AMG One
The heart of this beast derives directly from Formula 1. As a tribute to the immense power displayed by the Mercedes team since the entry into force of the hybrid stage, The AMG One mounts the winning engine of the year 2017. It is a hybrid engine with a 6-liter displacement V1.6 block that has two electric motors coupled to the front axle.
With a maximum power output of 1.063 horsepower, the turbocharged gasoline V6 alone generates 574 horsepower. The sum of the two electric motors raises the final figure by 611 horses. Mercedes does not report the maximum torque as it is considered too complex to calculate and describe. All equipment is managed by a seven-speed automated manual gearbox.
With a electrical autonomy of 18 kilometers, the AMG One is capable of reaching a top speed of 352 km/h with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2,9 seconds and acceleration from 0 to 300 km / h in 15,6 seconds. The drawback is the durability of the propellant. In normal driving, Mercedes estimates a useful life of 40.000 kilometers, reduced to just over 10.000 if intensive use is made on the circuit.
Equipment of the Mercedes-AMG One
Although born from racing, the Mercedes-AMG One can drive on the street like any other car on the market. Different comfort elements are installed in its two-passenger cabin that improve life on board. The seats are anchored to the car, so it is the pedals that allow depth adjustment.
The driving position is typical of a Formula 1. With their legs at hip height, the driver and passenger have technical details such as digital instrumentation or a state-of-the-art multimedia system with a large touch screen that allows them to manage the vast majority of car parameters, including air conditioning and the sound and connectivity equipment.
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Rivals of the Mercedes-AMG One
By concept there is no other car in the world capable of matching the AMG One. Its Formula 1 engine is unique, although if we analyze the performance and the hybrid concept we find other similar models on the market: McLaren P1, Ferrari LaFerrari, Porsche Spyder 918 y Ferrari SF90 Stradale They are the most direct rivals, although the Mercedes surpasses them for price and exclusivity.
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Price of the Mercedes-AMG One
Given the technical characteristics and high performance, the Mercedes-AMG One has a starting price of more than two million euros. Its production is limited to a few units, most of them already awarded before the launch of the car. At that starting price, we must add different additional costs such as complementary engines that can raise the final bill more than 400.000 euros.
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