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After two iterations, R8 was renamed as Audi's flagship sports car. The dynamic appearance and strong power are the key to the success of this pure German sports car.
However, McLaren from Britain seems to disagree with Audi's dominant position in this model series and challenge R8 with 600LT. Compared with the entry-level McLaren 570S, the 600LT chassis is more sporty and equipped with a more powerful power system and a lightweight body. As far as naming is concerned, as a "dragon? The abbreviation of "Tail" (that is, extending the rear size), "LT" is a tribute to the tradition of British sports cars: the body length of the McLaren 600LT is 4.5 cm longer than that of conventional models. McLaren, who has been active in the field of automobile sports, hopes to show Audi its extraordinary strength on the track. Tracking? Yes, we will feel the charm of two sports cars here. In such a test, the luggage compartment volume and standard seat space have become irrelevant, and driving pleasure is our only concern. In addition, we will also compare the driving characteristics and fuel efficiency of the two cars on rural roads.
The 600LT is equipped with a carbon fiber chassis and a carbon fiber sports seat, which all reflect the pursuit of sports and performance by British sports car brands. For those drivers who are eager for the ultimate, the lightweight optional configuration provided by McLaren is an excellent choice for pursuing the ultimate performance. However, the weight advantage of 9.2 kilograms and the price of 47,940 euros will undoubtedly discourage many people. Compared with paying a high cost, it may be a good choice for car owners to lose weight themselves.
Unlike common cars on the road, accepting the attention of passers-by is the exclusive experience of McLaren 600LT owners. Walk slowly to the front of your car from a distance, pull up the door by hand, gracefully cross the threshold and get into the car, move the position of the sports seat forward calmly, put your left hand on the steering wheel at will, and finally press the button on the center console with your right index finger-the low roar of the 3.8-liter V8 engine (code name M838TE) will make people realize that this is a pure McLaren.
In order to optimize heat distribution and improve aerodynamic efficiency, McLaren 600LT set the exhaust pipe obliquely upward. In addition, this design has a great advantage that shortening the exhaust pipe can reduce the weight, thus making the aerodynamic effect of the tail more obvious. Is this an eight-cylinder engine famous for its volume? The answer is no, the engine of McLaren 600LT is equipped with a 180 crank similar to a racing engine, which shows its pure racing pedigree. This is undoubtedly a very good choice for those who are keen to experience the fun of motor racing on the track. But for those who like to ride on country roads, 600LT doesn't seem to be the best choice-the hard suspension transmits the bumps on the ground to the car, the low body (8 mm lower than the regular version) makes noise during driving, and the vibration of forged aluminum wishbone bearings is equally unpleasant-after all, people who spend 230,000 euros on sports cars can hardly stand the noise of their servo mechanism.
Let's continue to talk about the steering performance of the two cars. For the 600LT, it is really appropriate to describe the handling of this car with "soul". Like the power, the McLaren sports car has outstanding control fun, even exceeding the driver's expectations. In terms of performance, 600LT got rid of the disadvantage of insufficient starting power of McLaren sports car; In terms of steering, the McLaren sports car does not have any sudden feeling, and it will not let the driver take the risk of losing control.
How is Audi's steering performance? As far as steering feedback is concerned, British and goesta manufacturers are not as good as McLaren. In contrast, the 600LT rear engine can output strong power immediately after the driver turns the steering wheel. With excellent chassis adjustment and high-performance heat-sensitive tires, the McLaren sports car can draw a beautiful arc on the corner.
Drivers will be addicted to this excellent and efficient combination of power system and steering system-the front wheels accurately push the front of the car to the bending center, and the rear wheels continue to output strong power. In this process, the sweet sound from the V8 twin-turbo engine fascinated the driver. With the help of turbocharging system, the generator of the 3.8-liter engine generate 620 Nm of torque, and eight cylinders arranged in a "V" shape push the speed to 8000 rpm. The 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox moves to the next gear at the moment when the driver's finger moves the shift paddle, helping the McLaren sports car to keep moving forward.
In track mode, the exhaust pipe screams loudly, making the 600LT gallop like a runaway wild horse. Inside, the driver is calm, just like a cowboy who has been through many battles. As the curve gets closer and closer, the driver turns the steering wheel, and the McLaren sports car is driven by the front wheel to twist the body and drift into the curve in a charming manner. At the moment of reaching the center of the curve, the driver stepped on the accelerator pedal with all his strength, and the surging power of the V8 engine was output to the rear wheel, which approached the track surface forward.
In addition, unlike most sports car manufacturers' obsession with metal, mechanical differential locks are obviously not favored by British brands-McLaren has equipped the 600LT with a rear wheel brake stabilization system and a large carbon ceramic brake disc. As far as braking performance is concerned, Audi's performance is equally excellent. Moreover, compared with the conventional mode, dynamic driving mode will also bring optimization to braking performance. When driving on the track, I prefer to turn off this mode and experience pure driving pleasure.
Press the "dry" button on the steering wheel, and the blood of Audi sports car will boil instantly. When you step on the accelerator pedal, the roar of engine idling emphasizes your identity as Audi's flagship sports car. However, in terms of touch, McLaren's Alcantara material is more textured, and the traction control system makes the driver addicted. However, this does not mean that the R8 is a sports car that pursues performance only: with the optional sports chassis of 5,900 euros (included in the optional Performance-Parts kit), the Audi R8 has been transformed into a calm and comfortable car. In addition, the optional kit also includes semi-hot melt tires and titanium alloy (instead of steel alloy) brake parts.
Thanks to the high-friction heat-sensitive tires, the strong power of V 10 engine helps R8 to move forward quickly. When the tire is in the ideal temperature window, the driver can clearly feel the excellent performance of this set of tires through the steering wheel. The R8 tire is excellent in both performance and strength-this is especially important at the moment when electronic systems are popular. In fact, the Excellence of Audi's flagship sports car is not only reflected in the power system and tires, but also in the excellent adaptive suspension and four-wheel drive system, which makes this sports car an unparalleled existence. The fly in the ointment is that the weight of the Audi R8 is not as good as 600LT due to the four-wheel drive and high-quality interior.
At the moment when turbocharged engines are widely sought after, we can't help thinking about such a question: Where is the future of naturally aspirated engines? Perhaps the naturally aspirated engine will gradually withdraw from the historical stage with the passage of time, but this V 10 naturally aspirated engine will become eternal. From the acceleration time of 0 to 100 km/h, Audi is not inferior to McLaren. The mid-engine outputs 620 horsepower, and the high speed of 8700 rpm teases the driver's desire for speed.
The engine with compression ratio as high as 12.7: 1 will shift to the next gear when the speed reaches 6000 rpm, and the dual enjoyment of sound and acceleration makes people want to stop. Flying on the track, R8 is elegant and dynamic in the process of drifting. But remember, don't try the same thing on country roads. Compared with Audi, McLaren is wilder. Neither McLaren 600LT nor Audi R8 is the best choice for driving pleasure on country roads. Only on the track can the wide body and strong performance of two excellent sports cars be fully exerted.
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