Unlike in the case of other go-fast genres, the super-sedans of today make the models from their family tree seem like they were slow. Then again, there are also owners of machines such as the F90 BMW M5 and the Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG who feel like their cars could do with (quite a lot of) extra power. Much to nobody's surprise, these are the kind of beasts one gets to meet during drag racing events.
Now, the models mentioned above weren't chosen by accident. You see, we're here to discuss a drag race involving the current M5 battling the said Affalterbach four-door coupe, with both toys having been taken deep down the aftermarket route.
To be more precise, the CLS63, which has been massaged by Russian specialist Gorilla Racing, now delivers around 990 ponies, hence the four-digit approximation in the title.
As for the Bimmer, the twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 of the Bavarian toy, which is an evolution of its predecessor's motor, now allows the one behind the wheel to play with about 850 horses.
The slices of Germany got together on an airport, engaging in a sprinting event that saw them kicking off the hostilities at 50 km/h (make that 31 mph), with the length of the battle sitting at one kilometer (that's 0.62 miles).
You can find the said velocity brawl at the 2:35 point of the clip below. Nevertheless, the other bits of the vid are also worthy of attention, since they involve plenty of drag racing action.
Stop reading at this point (if you want to avoid spoilers) and return after watching the clip
Since the maximum velocity numbers of these beasts aren't mentioned in the video, you'll find them here - the CLS63 climbed up to 293,54 km/h (182.3 mph), while the M5 stopped at 282,47 km/h (175.4 mph), so the gap between the two monsters was rather noticeable.
In his quest to bring you the most impressive automotive creations, Andrei relies on learning as a superpower. There's quite a bit of room in the garage that is this aficionado's heart, so factory-condition classics and widebody contraptions with turbos poking through the hood can peacefully coexist. Full profile
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