The Brabus Rocket 1000 “1 of 25” Edition is truly remarkable, especially when it comes to its peak torque. Instead of the standard 1,470 Nm (1,084 pound-feet), this Bottrop-based company boasts an impressive 1,820 Nm (1,342 pound-feet). However, to ensure the drivetrain’s longevity, an electronic limiter restricts the torque to 1,620 Nm (1,195 pound-feet) during full throttle.
Take a moment to let that number sink in, and then consider that Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel offers a maximum of 1,200 pound-feet (1,627 Nm) in the Super Duty. It’s safe to say that the Brabus Rocket 1000 is nothing short of “ridiculous.” This five-door liftback can sprint from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in a mere 2.6 seconds, or 62 mph in old-fashioned units.
If you keep your foot firmly on the accelerator, you’ll eventually hit an electronically limited top speed of 316 kilometers per hour (196 miles per hour). It takes just 9.7 seconds to reach 200 kilometers per hour, and a total of 23.9 seconds to go from zero to 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph). To put that into perspective, the Rimac Nevera, an electric hypercar, set a record of 9.2 seconds for the zero to 300 kilometers per hour acceleration. However, it’s worth noting that the Rimac Nevera has four drive units, unlike the Brabus Rocket 1000.
Brabus has made several significant modifications to AMG’s 4.0-liter V8 engine. In this application, the displacement has been increased to 4.5 liters through various enhancements to the cylinder bores, pistons, rods, and crankshaft. Additionally, the engine features multi-layer steel head gaskets, 52-millimeter turbochargers, 76-millimeter downpipes, and a 3.0-inch stainless exhaust system with less restrictive catalytic converters and gasoline particulate filters (OPFs).
Speaking of OPFs, these filters are designed to reduce particulate matter emissions from gasoline engines, similar to how diesel particulate filters work. To comply with European regulations, automakers install OPFs in light-duty vehicles intended for European markets and the UK.
In terms of emissions, the Brabus Rocket 1000 “1 of 25” Edition has a WLTP rating of 218 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometer on the combined test cycle. For comparison, the fully stock Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance emits 180 grams per kilometer.
From an aesthetic standpoint, Brabus has given the GT 4-Door Coupe a widebody kit, black five-spoke forged wheels, and AERO-DISCS to enhance its sporty appearance. The modified Merc also features carbon-fiber elements at the front and rear, along with a carbon-fiber wing and quad exhaust outlets.
The interior of the cabin is eye-catching in its own unique way. While opinions on design may vary, it is undeniable that Brabus has utilized authentic and top-notch materials throughout this vehicle. Taking all of these factors into account, it is not unexpected that Brabus sets a price of 450,000 euros for the limited edition “1 of 25” model, excluding 19-percent VAT. At current exchange rates, this amounts to 484,925 dollars, which is significantly higher than the starting price of €208,006.05 for the GT 63 S E Performance in Germany.
According to the Source autoevolution.com