A sportscar is usually defined by factors like high speed, grunt looks and sheer power to obliterate a straight track. But at present, the irony is such that power never seems enough for renowned sportscar makers. Everyday, a latest addition is witnessed in these cars, be it engine performance or interior luxury aspects. Notably, speed cruisers are not just limited to speed today but auto makers are concerned equally about the comfort level of their cars. Amidst a series of such models present today, the best three to turn all heads are German trio of Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, BMW M5 and Audi RS 7. Former two have been residing in domestic auto market for a decent time now and have gained acknowledgement among prospective buyers. Whereas, Audi RS 7 has just witnessed the Indian auto market and has a long road ahead to compete with its fierce rivals. Meanwhile, let us attempt to discover basic features differentiating these cars.
Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG is a high performance car from the company which is incorporated with a 5.5-litre V8 twin turbo charged engine which develops enormous 557 bhp at 720 nm of peak torque. Melded with a 7-speed automatic transmission, the car can reach 0-100 kmph mark in just 4.2 seconds. Also the top speed is regulated by standard rules which comes out to be electronically limited 250 kmph. Performance oriented 4-MATIC all wheel drive is provisioned by AMG to make the car move swiftly on curves with maximum traction. At exteriors, this car looks sleek and sturdy but interiors tell a complete different story. The dashboard has an exquisite black ash wood trim and finely stitched leather upholstery is available in multi colours. Also the consoles on main panel look dynamic and steering is mounted with a multitude of consoles to help driver focus on road rather than searching for switches that perform different function.
BMW call this car “The Untouchable” and the title suffices this car for its a complete package of rugged looks and high-octane performance levels. Assisted with a 4.4-litre V8 twin turbo charged mill, this car develops a mammoth 560 bhp at peak torque of 680 Nm. A 7-speed automatic gearbox, BMW M5 attains 0-1000 kmph in 4.2 seconds and its top speed is similarly limited to 250 kmph. At interiors, this car is lumped with technically advanced features of BMW head-up display, iDrive touch controller that assists the navigation system, anti-dazzle high beam assistance and camera system for safely parking the car. Furthermore, the option of BMW nigh vision helps driver to comfortably cruise through gloomy nights and scans the upfront road on the touchscreen provided on main panel. For safety aspects, the company provides an Active Protection from its ConnectDrive system that ensures minimal hazards to driver and passenger under dire circumstances.
Coming to the recently launched Audi RS 7, it is a thunderstorm from the German car engineer. A 4.0-litre compact V8 engine churns out 560 bhp with peak torque of 700 Nm. Interestingly this engine capacity is lesser than the aforementioned two models and still Audi is capable to attain such figures. 0-100 kmph is reached by the car in a minuscule 3.9 seconds and it can go to a top speed of 305 kmph but this limit has been monitored to 250 kmph only. At inside, technicality seems to be perceived everywhere. Seats are much more cushioned and are finely stitched with superior quality Valcona leather. The Quattro four wheel drive system enables the car to be more rigid on uneven turfs. Also the four zone automatic climate control perfectly blends with three-spoke multi utility steering wheel with telescopic tilt column. This car is assisted with a 8-speed tiptronic automatic transmission. Infotainment system includes high audio output BOSE speakers with noise cancellation and overall the car is commodious even after accommodating a full load of four passengers.
Interestingly all the sportscar compared are of sedan type configuration. Experts largely believe that the trio is no match against each other and all have their own exclusive merits. Still, looking at the annual sales last year, Audi easily overhauls its German compadres with more than 10,000 units of its car being sold at domestic auto market. Similar feats are expected by the car maker this year as well and it will be interesting how Audi maintains its top-notch spot.
