Infographic: The Nürburgring Race Track by the Numbers
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Infographic: The Nürburgring Race Track by the Numbers



The big daddy of all racing circuits, the famed Nürburgring in Germany, is a must for all auto enthusiasts. It comprises of two racetracks, the modern Grand Prix Circuit built in 1984, and much longer old Northern loop (Nordschleife) which was nicknamed The Green Hell by three-time F1 world champion, Jackie Stewart.

The racetrack is open to all including automakers that often test their cars as well as the public that can take a risky shot at fame.

The folks at CarBuzz in the UK put together an infographic that shows us many interesting facts and numbers about the notorious Nürburgring, and which you can check out in detail after the break.

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