Mercedes Benz SLK 55 AMG - whoar?

In recent years I haven't been so fond of mercedes. I almost think they have been being a bit hmm conservative with their choices. It all seems to make perfect sense, but then I suppose that's what they are good at, but if so why aren't they ruling the world yet? they must have a secret backroom somewhere where things tip the needle a bit from perfect to insane. AMG is supposed to be that backroom, and usually produces cars that fit this bill. Although I am not sure about this one - seems to be a bit along the lines of pumped up lunacy...

• Engine: 90º V 8
• Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
• Rear wheel drive
• Power: 360 bhp / 269 KW @ 5750 rpm
• Torque: 510 Nm / 376 ft lbs @ 4000 rpm
• BHP per Litre: 66 bhp / litre
• Power to Weight Ratio: 0.23 bhp / kg
• 0-60 in 4.8 seconds