Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W203)

The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM is a DTM touring car constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM which was permanently retired after the 2003 season, and based on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 first generation car. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM made its first appearance on 3 February 2004 at the Circuit de Catalunya.[1]

Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM
Bernd Schneider's Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM displayed during 2006 Stars & Cars
Bernd Schneider's Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM displayed during 2006 Stars & Cars
CategoryDeutsche Tourenwagen Masters (Touring Cars)
Constructor Mercedes-Benz
PredecessorMercedes-Benz CLK DTM
SuccessorMercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon-fibre composite monocoque
Suspension (front)Double wishbones with H&R spring/damper units to front and rear axles, actuated via pushrods
Suspension (rear)As front
Length4,870 mm (192 in)
Width1,845 mm (73 in)
Height1,255 mm (49 in)
Wheelbase2,795 mm (110 in)
EngineMercedes-Benz 4.0 L (244 cu in) V8 90 degree naturally aspirated front engine
TransmissionXtrac 6-speed sequential manual sport gearbox
PowerApprox. 460 hp (343 kW)
Weight1,070 kg (2,359 lb) (including driver)
FuelAral Ultimate 100 RON
LubricantsMobil 1
TyresDunlop SP Sport Maxx
Front: 265/660 - R18
Rear: 280/660 - R18
AVUS forged aluminium wheels
Front: 12 x 18 inches
Rear: 13 x 18 inches
Competition history
Notable entrants HWA Team
Mücke Motorsport
Persson Motorsport
Notable drivers Bernd Schneider
Christijan Albers
Gary Paffett
Jean Alesi
Mika Häkkinen
Stefan Mücke
Alexandros Margaritis
Bruno Spengler
Jamie Green
Mathias Lauda
Daniel La Rosa
Susie Wolff
Paul di Resta
Debut2004 Hockenheimring DTM round
RacesWinsPolesF.Laps
33 (including non-championship race at Shanghai)211926
Constructors' Championships2
Drivers' Championships2

Technical details

Like all racing cars in the DTM, the C-Class W203 DTM only looks like the eponymous series cars, constructed is the prototype of a CFK - monocoque chassis with an integrated 15.4-imperial gallons fuel tank. Since refuelling at this time was still allowed in the race, a 26.4-imperial gallons tank was not built. The C-Class W203 DTM is powered by a 4,000 cc (4.0 L; 244.1 cu in) Mercedes-Benz naturally-aspirated V8 engine, power output approximately 476 hp (355 kW; 483 PS) and maximum torque more than 490 N⋅m (361 lbf⋅ft). The rear-wheel drive C-Class DTM has a sequential 6-speed sports transmission, a 3-plate carbon fiber clutch supplied by Sandtler (2004-2006) and an adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential.

  • Left front view of Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM
  • Left rear view of Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM
  • Stefan Mücke during 2006 Stars & Cars
  • Mika Häkkinen demonstrates Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM
  • Mika Häkkinen burnouts Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM during 2006 Stars & Cars
  • Mika Häkkinen during 2006 Stars & Cars
  • Gary Paffett during 2007 Stars & Cars
  • Alexandros Margaritis during 2006 Stars & Cars
  • Daniel La Rosa during 2006 Stars & Cars
  • Jean Alesi during 2006 Stars & Cars
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References
  1. "Roll-out of the brand new AMG-Mercedes C-Class". dtm.com. 2004-02-03. Archived from the original on 2014-02-18.
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