|
Kleemann's Take On The Mercedes SLK55 AMG: The GTK Concept |
|
If the previously-detailed Mercedes SLR 722 GT was a little too track-
oriented for your tastes, the Danish tuning wunderkinds of Kleemann may
have a concept better suited at appeasing your deep-seeded inner cravings
for both phenomenal power and on-road approval. Titled the GTK concept,
the new model is based on the Mercedes SLK55 AMG; and it packs a euphoria-
inducing normally aspirated SLK 55 AMG V8 engine fitted with a complete
KLEEMANN Kompressor system kit. The result is relatively compact concept
delivering 540 HP and 700 Nm or 516-lb/ft of torque, enough to catapult
the GTK from 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds and achieve an electronically-limited
top speed of 186 mph. Power is transferred via a seven-speed automatic
gearbox, while a Kleemann limited slip differential, high performance
braking system, ultra low profile tires on 20-inch alloy rims, and
redesigned styling bearing virtually no resemblance to a traditional SLK
all complete the package. Read more
|