Mercedes launches E63 AMG

Following the introduction of the facelifted 2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class yesterday, the Mercedes today presented the the E 63 AMG. The car replaces the E55 AMG model for 2007. Powered by the new, naturally aspirated AMG V8-engine -- which develops a maximum output of 514 hp and a maximum torque of 630 newton metres from a displacement of 6.3 litres -- the E 63 AMG sprints to 62 mph in 4.5 seconds. (It's worth noting that most AMG models are actually considerably faster than their posted stats). The engine is the same powerplant found in the CLK 63 and CLS 63 models. The car features the new AMG Speedshift 7-speed automatic transmission.