Audi and Mercedes have officially, but indirectly announced they're going to break the 250 km/h top speed pact they both adhered in 1988. Both companies, with their latest models, the Audi R8 V10 and the Mercedes SLS AMG, have lost the 250 km/h top speed limitation. The Audi R8 V10 is powered by a V10 5.2 liter FSI engine that develops 525 hp and can take the German supercar to a top speed of 315 km/h. On the other hand, the Mercedes SLS AMG is powered by a 6.3 liter engine that develops 571 hp and can take the new Gullwing to a top speed of 317 km/h. Mercedes says the top speed of the SLS AMG is limited, but not at the usual 250 km/h.
The other two major German carmakers, BMW and Porsche are still obeying the 250 km/h top speed rule and it looks they're not going to get pulled in the speed fight between Audi and Mercedes any time soon.
[Source: Automarket]
