Place Your Bets, It’s the Mercedes-AMG GT R Vs the Acura NSX
Which one wins if you pit German car engineering versus a Japanese sports car. It’s brute engine against a hybrid in this drag race between the Mercedes-AMG GT R and the Acura NSX. Tale of the Tape First, let’s take a quick look at the power units of the two performance cars. The Mercedes-AMG GT R carries a 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine. It produces 577 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. All that power goes to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The car is 3,594 pounds heavy, giving it a 6.22 pounds per horsepower. On the other hand, the Acura NSX has a hybrid powertrain. It is… Continue Reading »