I don't think you guys understand how C&D gets their test results. They use the brake-torque method which will always get the lower numbers with cars with the kind of torque these mega-engined Mercedes have.

When was it officially disclosed that the SL600 they tested was using a Maybach motor?

Road and Track is a good magazine for sure, but why would U.S. magazines need to match European ones? They use different test methods and they measure 0-62 mph which does make a slight difference. Motor Trend, Car and Driver and Road and Track don't get the same figures on a regular basis so why would anyone think they're copying each other?

Again, like I've stated before Car and Driver's 5-60 mph time is the real-world numbers if you want those type of numbers.

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