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Mercedes Benz AMG C Class DTM (W204)

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Chassis
  
Carbon-fibre composite monocoque

Capacity
  
4,000 cc (4.0 L; 244.1 cu in)

Power output
  
Approx. 460 hp (343 kW)

The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM is a Touring car (DTM) constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the facelift version to the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM and based as Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 second generation car. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM was unveiled at 2007 Geneva Motor Show.

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Technical details

Like all racing cars of the DTM is based on the C-Class W203 DTM only look at the eponymous series cars. Constructed is the prototype of a CFK - monocoque chassis with an integrated 15.4-imperial gallons fuel tank. Since refuelling at this time was the duty still in the race, a 26.4-imperial gallons tank was not built as from 2012. The C-Class W204 DTM is powered by a 4,000 cc (4.0 L; 244.1 cu in) Mercedes-Benz naturally-aspirated V8 engine, power output approximately 476 hp (355 kW; 483 PS) and maximum torque approximately more than 490 N·m (360 ft·lbf). The rear-wheel drive C-Class DTM also has a sequential 6-speed sports transmission, a 3-plate carbon fiber clutch supplied by Sandtler (2007-2010) then ZF (2011) and an adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential.

Technical specifications

  • Chassis: Tubular grid frame with steel roof and sides; other body parts such as doors, hood, fenders and rear cover made from CFK; integrated driver safety cell and defined front, rear and lateral crash structures and must be FIA/DMSB approval safety cage
  • Length: 4,872 mm (192 in)
  • Width: 1,845 mm (73 in)
  • Height: 1,255 mm (49 in)
  • Weight: 1,050 kg (2,315 lb) with driver
  • Wheelbase: 2,795 mm (110 in)
  • Engine: Custom-built Mercedes-Benz V8, 90 degrees, 2xDOHC, 9000 rpm rev-limit, 4-valves per cylinder
  • Displacement: 4,000 cc (4.0 L; 244.1 cu in)
  • Exhaust systems: Remus three-way catalytic converter
  • Aerodynamics: Aerodynamic modifications to front apron and side panels, flat underfloor, rear diffusor, standardized double-profile rear aerofoil
  • Dampers: Bilstein
  • Springs: H&R
  • Fuel: Aral Ultimate 102 RON super-unleaded
  • Fuel capacity: 14.3 imp gal (65 L; 17 US gal)
  • Injector: Fuel injection
  • Oil: Mobil 1 (2007-2010), Petronas Syntium (2011) dry sump
  • Pistons: Mahle
  • Radiator fluid: Würth
  • Brake fluid: Würth
  • Aspiration: Naturally-aspirated
  • Power output: 476 hp (355 kW; 483 PS)
  • Torque: Over 490 N·m (360 ft·lbf)
  • Tyres: Dunlop SP Sport Maxx (2007-2010), Hankook Ventus (2011), front: 265/660-R18, rear: 280/660-R18
  • Steering: Rack-and-pinion steering with power assistance
  • Brakes: AP Racing standardized carbon brake system without ABS
  • Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
  • Intake air restrictors: Diameter of 2 x 28 mm (1.1 in)
  • Safety equipment: Sabelt badged as BOSS seatbelt 6-point, rear view mirror, HANS device, helmet, headsock, race suit, NOMEX firesuit, racing gloves, racing socks, racing boots
  • Transmission/Gearbox: Carbon-fiber cardan shaft 3-disc carbon-fiber clutch supplied by Sandtler (2000-2006), mechanically operated via a foot-operated pedal, standardized Xtrac 6-speed manual transmission with sequential gearshift, transaxle configuration with mechanical differential lock Rear-wheel drive without acceleration skid control
  • Wheel suspension: Double wishbones with spring/damper units on the front and rear axles, actuated via pushrods
  • Wheel rims: ATS aluminium wheels with a diameter of 18 inches and a width of 11 inches on the front axle / 12 inches on the rear axle; standardized tires with a diameter of 660 mm on front and rear axles
  • ECU: Bosch Motronic MS 2.9
  • Spark plugs: Bosch
  • Battery: Bosch 12 volts
  • Display instrumentation: Bosch DDU 4 Monochrome LCD Motorsport Display with mounted dash
  • Steering wheel: Mercedes-Benz steering wheel with 4 buttons
  • Traction control: No
  • Ignition: Bosch CDI
  • Car wiring harness: Bosch
  • References

    Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W204) Wikipedia