EVO Drag Races Shelby GT500 Mustang and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe

The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe and the Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang are two different cars from two separate schools of thought that we seriously doubt will ever be cross-shopped by consumers even in North America where they are both available. In Europe, even if one wanted to, you can't officially buy the Ford.

Despite their many differences, there's one thing that both cars lay claim to being good at: straight line acceleration, and it is this aspect of the two sports models that UK car magazine EVO set out to put to the test with a good ol' fashion drag race.

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Vath Brings the Wrath on the Mercedes C63 AMG Coupé Black Series with Track and Aero Package

First, Mercedes-Benz brought us the 451hp (457PS) C63 AMG Coupe with the option of an AMG Performance package that lifts output to 480hp (487PS).

Then came the more aggressively tuned and styled Black Series edition with 510hp (517PS), and if that wasn't enough, Mercedes also offered two more optional packages for this model, the Aerodynamics and Track kits as well as an assortment of standalone carbon parts…

If you somehow managed to tick every single box in Mercedes-Benz's options list while ordering your C63 AMG Coupe Black Series Edition, including the Aerodynamic and Track packages, but are still not satisfied, then your next monetary adventure will be with an independent tuning shop like Vath.

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It’s the New Black: The Low-Down on Merc’s Hardcore SLS AMG Black Series [27 Photos]

Unless you’re a professional racing driver, chances are that a “regular” AMG-fettled Mercedes-Benz is more than quick enough for every occasion. Special editions, though, are a very nice way to attract a few more clients a make a buck or two in the process as well.

On the other hand, while many special or limited editions are the same-old package with a few “exclusive” extras thrown in to justify the price hike, the Affalterbach-based outfit does things the right way.

That’s why when Mercedes ordered AMG to produce a Black Series version of their SLS AMG supercar they did a thorough job, making changes in every aspect of the car.

Of course, there’s the usual marketing hype about the SLS AMG Black Series, only the fifth model ever to wear that label, being “inspired by the GT3 racer” and “the ultimate choice for fast laps and a highly emotional driving experience”.

But then again, they would say that, wouldn’t they? So let’s get on with the stuff that really matters.

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Mercedes to Unveil New SLS Black Series AMG Model in "Less than 24 Hours"

Earlier this morning, we shared a spy video of a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series in heavy cladding doing the rounds on the Nürburgring track. Now we learn that the Stuttgart-based carmaker's AMG division is preparing a surprise debut.

Along with the picture of a covered up car, AMG released this short statement:

"Anticipation is supposed to be the greatest joy. But don’t worry, Mercedes-AMG will not wait until Christmas to unwrap this gift. The mystery about the latest Mercedes-AMG model will be disclosed soon. In less than 24 hours, we reveal the secret under the car cover. Stay tuned and check back with us tomorrow."

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New Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG with 350hp Turbo Engine and AWD Almost Completely Undisguised

The most hotly anticipated small Mercedes-Benz model since the 190E 2.3 16v (at its time, it was considered a small car for the German brand), the new A45 AMG, has been exposed for the first time with scarcely any camouflage.

In these fresh pictures, the final production model wears some black tape on the lower part of the front bumper, the grille wings, the Mercedes-Benz monikers, the center section of the rear diffuser and the side skirts, but other than that, it’s as naked as a newborn baby.

Those of you paying close attention to the new A-Class will likely have noticed that the A45 AMG's aero kit is identical to the AMG Sport styling package offered on the regular hatchback, with the only true differences between the two coming from the bigger, 18-inch multispoke alloy wheels, the honeycomb grille inserts, and the trapezoidal (instead of oval) tailpipes.

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