AC Schnitzer ACS6 Sport: A Reimagined Take on the BMW M6
In the world of automobile tuning, AC Schnitzer is known for pushing the boundaries, and the company's newest creation, the ACS6 Sport based on the BMW M6, is a testament to that fact. This German-based specialist has tweaked and tinkered to elevate the BMW M6 series to a whole new level of performance, aerodynamics, and aesthetics.
The Pursuit of More
AC Schnitzer's underlying philosophy for the ACS6 Sport seems to revolve around the principle of 'more.' Their skilled technicians, unsatisfied with the impressive capabilities inherent in the M6 Coupé, M6 Convertible, and M6 Gran Coupé, have returned to their Aachen workshops to amplify the dynamics, sportiness, and power of these high-performing models.
Performance Enhancement
The modifications conducted by AC Schnitzer yield some impressive numbers, taking the M6 series beyond the original manufacturer specifications. The result is a tuned engine boasting 620 hp, 790 Nm of torque, and an enviable top speed of 305 km/h. In addition, an AC Schnitzer suspension spring kit has been added, improving on the already excellent driving dynamics while lowering the body for an aggressive look and stance.
Renewed Aerodynamics and Design
The ACS6 Sport doesn't just cater to speed and performance; it's a blend of aesthetics and functionality too. Carbon front spoilers, chromed front grilles, carbon rear diffusers, and rear spoilers - for the Coupé variant - all serve to increase the car's sporting prowess. Moreover, the wide, weight-optimized 20 or 21-inch wheels provide an indicator of the car's road-hugging stance, even when stationary.
Sound and Interior
AC Schnitzer doesn't compromise on sound. The sports rear silencer with twin chromed "Sport Trim" tailpipes enhances the acoustic experience, emphasizing the model's sporty nature. Within the cabin, AC Schnitzer has employed anodized black "Black Line" aluminium covers, an aluminium pedal set, aluminium footrests, and velour floor mats to subtly, yet elegantly, maintain the motorsport atmosphere.
A New Breed of M6
What AC Schnitzer has managed to achieve with the ACS6 Sport is a combination of increased dynamics, enhanced sportiness, and amplified elegance, embodied in a revamped BMW M6 series. Whether in its Coupé, Convertible, or Gran Coupé form, the M6 by AC Schnitzer is much more than just a tuned version of its base model. It's an innovative interpretation that continues to stretch the boundaries of what's possible in automotive tuning.
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2013 AC Schnitzer ACS6 Sport based on BMW M6
