Mercedes-AMG offers car lovers an exciting option with two different models: Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E-Performance and EQS 53. These two models challenge their rivals in terms of both luxury and performance. So, what are the differences between these two models?
One is electric, one is conventional gasoline. The YouTube channel Carwow brought these two monsters face to face this time in the concept of drag racing, which it does every week, so which one won? Let’s take a look at the technical specifications of the vehicles first.
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E-Performance: Petrol Power
Mercedes-AMG GT, a grand tourer model introduced in 2014 and offered for sale in 2015, has a 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine. This engine produces 462 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque in the GT version, while it produces 840 horsepower and 1,400 Nm of torque in the GT S version.
While the top speed of the Mercedes-AMG GT is announced as 310 km / h, it takes 3.8 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km / h.
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53: Electric Elegance
The Mercedes-AMG EQS is an all-electric sedan model. Introduced and offered for sale in 2021, the Mercedes-AMG EQS is the newest member of the Mercedes-EQ family. The vehicle is powered by two permanent magnet synchronous motors (PSM). These engines produce 523 horsepower and 950 Nm of torque in the EQS 53 4MATIC+ version, while together with the AMG Dynamic Plus package, they can produce 761 horsepower and 1,020 Nm of torque.
The top speed of the Mercedes-AMG EQS is electronically limited to 220 km/h.[5] The vehicle offers a range of 513-571 km on a single charge, according to WLTP norms. In addition, the vehicle requires approximately 31 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% at fast charging stations.
Electric vs Gasoline AMG’s Drag Race: Which Is Faster?
Well, if there was a drag race between these two models, which would win? To find the answer to this question, you can watch the YouTube channel Carwow’s test. What are you thinking? Please do not forget to share your thoughts with us in the comments.