THE MERCEDES SLR

One of my favourite cars in the world. One day i aspire to own one. This is according to me the most aggresive car launched by mercedes benz.The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren supercar was inspired by the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR from 1955, but the new SLR also draws heavily on F1 for design cues as well as technology.

The Mercedes Mclaren SLR is powered by a supercharged 5.5 litre, dry sumped, 90 degree V8 developed from the Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG. This engine produces 626 hp at 6500rpm, and 780 Nm (575 ft lbs) of torque at 3250 - 5000 rpm.

Unlike most supercars of the era, which are mid-engine, the SLR's engine is positioned in front of the cab. Although it sits far enough back over the front axle to be called 'mid-front'.

The brake discs on the Mercedes Mclaren SLR are carbon-ceramic, these provide better stopping power and fade resistance (up to 1000°C) than conventional steel discs. They also apply themselves automatically in the wet to clean the film of water off the disks, however the pressure applied is not enough for the driver to notice.

The small rear spoiler deploys under heavy breaking to keep the rear of the SLR stable and firmly planted to the road.

The bodywork is carbon-fibre and the front substructure is designed to deform in a collision and protect the occupants.

Unlike most Mercedes models which are built in Germany, The Mercedes-Benz Mclaren SLR is built in the UK.