The Evolution of Mercedes-AMG GT: Stats & History of the Track Sport
When Mercedes-AMG set out to expand its GT lineup, the world expected numbers that would redefine the modern supercar. The Track Sport delivers—on paper and on track—routing decades of evolution into one extreme, limited-edition machine.
V8 Legacy: The M178 Powertrain
At the GT Track Sport’s core is the now-legendary 4.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V8, code-named M178 LS2. This engine was first seen in the AMG GT Black Series, already lauded for its 537kW (730hp) output and Nürburgring lap record. For the Track Sport, AMG engineers managed a bump to 540kW (734hp) and a torque peak of 850Nm—figures that dwarf many of its GT siblings.
| Model | Year | Engine | Max Power | Max Torque | 0–100km/h | Top Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GT | 2015 | V8 Biturbo | 340kW/456hp | 600Nm | 4.0s | 300km/h |
| AMG GT R / GT R Pro | 2017 | V8 Biturbo | 430kW/577hp | 700Nm | 3.6s | 319km/h |
| AMG GT Black Series | 2021 | V8 Biturbo | 537kW/720hp | 800Nm | 3.2s | 325km/h |
| AMG GT Track Series / Sport | 2022+ | V8 Biturbo | 540kW/734hp | 850Nm | N/A | N/A |
Data adapted from Wikipedia.
Timeline: Significant AMG GT Milestones
- 2015 – AMG GT launches, reshaping Mercedes’ high-performance direction.
- 2017 – GT R and GT R Pro arrive, featuring track handling and race upgrades.
- 2021 – GT Black Series sets the Nürburgring road car lap record: 6:43.616.
- 2022–25 – Track Series announced, limited to just 55 units globally.
- 2025 – GT Track Sport teased, hinting at possible street-legal variant.
Not Just Power—Engineering Marvels
The Track Sport’s chassis borrows racing expertise, such as:
- 4-way adjustable Bilstein dampers
- Steel roll cage, five-point harness
- Carbon-fiber body panels, race-spec aerodynamics
- Sequential 6-speed race gearbox
Inside, every ounce is stripped for weight savings and driver focus—no rear seats, minimal dash, and full race instrumentation.
Track Record Ambitions
Since the GT Black Series’ Nürburgring triumph, AMG has chased lap records on every new project. The Track Sport, with its Michelin Pilot Cup 2R tires and uncompromising aero, is widely expected to inherit that role.
Comparison with Rivals
With its spec, the Track Sport squares up against the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and McLaren’s track-focused offerings—cars engineered for lap times as much as spectacle.
Conclusion
The GT Track Sport’s numbers are more than statistics; they are a living testament to AMG’s restless pursuit of speed and exclusivity. For those charting the supercar arms race, this limited-edition V8 is a new gold standard to watch.
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