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Aston Martin Vanquish S

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-mPEbJRdRRZFNQ4u8qI7sCmx-J1c4GFAFsxPvyxAytedzkYYcm5BgiPSQ9FX5MO9sD-16GOVUykNHcMBzv9uoZtMM8FD3dSj-r1hXVk04h0yX2W63MW776-kmbAqpHo-GMUflOakbMFts/s1600-h/aston-martin-vanquish-s-front-1_68.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206816332657604706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-mPEbJRdRRZFNQ4u8qI7sCmx-J1c4GFAFsxPvyxAytedzkYYcm5BgiPSQ9FX5MO9sD-16GOVUykNHcMBzv9uoZtMM8FD3dSj-r1hXVk04h0yX2W63MW776-kmbAqpHo-GMUflOakbMFts/s320/aston-martin-vanquish-s-front-1_68.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, often shortened to Vanquish, was designed by Ian Callum, and is a grand tourer manufactured by Aston Martin. From its 2001 introduction to its cancellation, it was Aston Martin's flagship vehicle. Its rise to recognition by the wider public came after being featured as the official James Bond car in Die Another Day, the twentieth James Bond film. It was discontinued in 2007. The Aston Martin DBS V12 will temporarily replace it atop Aston's lineup pending the 2010 introduction of a replacement. <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/ZeZTKYJZg50&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ZeZTKYJZg50&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> SPECIFICATIONS: Manufacturer Aston Martin Lagonda Limited Production 2001–2007 Predecessor Virage/V8 Vantage Successor Aston Martin DBS V12 Class Grand Tourer Body style(s) Coupe Layout FR layout Engine(s) 5.9 L V12 Wheelbase 2690 mm (106 in) Length 4666 mm (184 in) Width 1923 mm (76 in) Height 1318 mm (52 in) Curb weight 1835 kg (4045 lb) <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aston_Martin_V12_Vanquish">More information</a>

Aston Martin Vanquish S

Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, often shortened to Vanquish, was designed by Ian Callum, and is a grand tourer manufactured by Aston Martin. From...

12:42 AM

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhapBb1kRu_xtlFAVz2J6vo4fWlEfFApuR_fFNA_gDjJqy4-HKNoajtlZvzGSrbsLJ95jX3WrBYUaLVGmvUTyEpmlhNZSP93L4d6kzMNnJpuN18bCC4nAAHlGiYd2rZOZneHSzUzNSs7j01/s1600-h/Ferrari.599.GTB.Fiorano.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206814658782038050" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhapBb1kRu_xtlFAVz2J6vo4fWlEfFApuR_fFNA_gDjJqy4-HKNoajtlZvzGSrbsLJ95jX3WrBYUaLVGmvUTyEpmlhNZSP93L4d6kzMNnJpuN18bCC4nAAHlGiYd2rZOZneHSzUzNSs7j01/s320/Ferrari.599.GTB.Fiorano.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (internal code F139) is Ferrari's 2-seat Gran Turismo flagship model, replacing the 575 M Maranello in 2006 as a 2007 model. The 599 GTB debuted at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. Styling of the 599 GTB was handled by Pininfarina, under the direction of Ferrari stylist, Frank Stephenson. It is named for its total engine displacement (5999 cc), Gran Turismo Berlinetta nature, and the Fiorano Circuit test track used by Ferrari. <a href="http://www.ferrarifiorano.com/ ">Official website</a> Engine Tipo F133F 6.0 L (5999 cc) V12 engine produces a maximum 620 CV (620 hp/456 kW/611 bhp), making it the most-powerful series production Ferrari road car. Its 608 N·m (448 ft·lbf) of torque will also be a high for Ferrari's GT cars. Most of the modifications to the engine were done to allow it to fit in the Fiorano's engine bay (the original Enzo version could be taller since the mid-mounted position allowed it to be so). The company claims a top speed in excess of 330 km/h (205 mph), 3.7 second sprint to 100 km/h (62 mph),and 11.0 to 200 km/h (124 mph). SPECIFICATIONS: Manufacturer Ferrari Parent company Fiat Group Production 2006– Predecessor Ferrari 575M Maranello Class Gran Turismo Body style(s) 2-seat berlinetta Layout FR layout Engine(s) 6.0 L Tipo F133F V12 Transmission(s) 6-speed manual 6-speed 'F1' sequential Wheelbase 2750 mm (108.3 in) Length 4665 mm (183.7 in) Width 1962 mm (77.2 in) Height 1336 mm (52.6 in) Curb weight 1690 kg (3722 lb) Fuel capacity 27.7 US gal (105 L/23 imp gal) <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/c5_HWxHMCB8&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/c5_HWxHMCB8&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> Technical details: A traditional 6-speed manual transmission as well as Ferrari's 6-speed sequential manual gearbox called 'F1 SuperFast' is offered. The e-diff active differential from the F430 is not used. However, the Manettino concept first seen in the F430 also appears in this car. Ferrari sourced the Delphi Corporation's MagneRide semi-active magneto rheological dampers. Reviewers of the car have mentioned that the MagneRide suspension gives the 599 a very comfortable ride but allows it to handle well at the same time. The Fiorano also sees the debut of Ferrari's new traction control system, called F1-Trac. Reportedly tuned using inputs from 7-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher, the system supposedly allows a competent driver to lap the Fiorano test track at just 1 second behind Michael's time. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano">Information</a>

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (internal code F139) is Ferrari's 2-seat Gran Turismo flagship model, replacing the 575 M Maranello in 2006 ...

12:35 AM

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren “722 Edition”

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSvugo4e1v_AajcPQ6fU-8pJL_QOFdPwJigEHgaFQLnI12imzfxVlLTM19bJQy4kt_RFpuR3EMtvA44R-D9qc8Ss5NOOkZBdjPu6FGqSK4nxTe68Frj_zF1VvJK4asQVUwFpM-tBaE6-7/s1600-h/799px-Mercedes-Benz_SLR_McLaren_2_cropped.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206813373550894818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSvugo4e1v_AajcPQ6fU-8pJL_QOFdPwJigEHgaFQLnI12imzfxVlLTM19bJQy4kt_RFpuR3EMtvA44R-D9qc8Ss5NOOkZBdjPu6FGqSK4nxTe68Frj_zF1VvJK4asQVUwFpM-tBaE6-7/s320/799px-Mercedes-Benz_SLR_McLaren_2_cropped.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an Anglo-German sports car jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive, built in Portsmouth and the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey, England. Daimler AG, owner of Mercedes-Benz, also owns 40% of the McLaren Group. Due to the presence of the automatic gear box, front mid-engined arrangement and its driving characteristics lead some commentators to classify the SLR McLaren as a GT whose rivals can be considered to be e.g. the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish and Ferrari 599 GTB. It is the fastest automatic transmission car in the world.SLR stands for "Sport, Leicht, Rennsport" (sport, light, racing). Mercedes-Benz has stated that they will build 3500 SLRs in a span of 7 years, with an annual production of only 500 cars. The car's base price is GB£300,000 (approx. US$495,000 or €475,000, c. 2007). SPECIFICATIONS: Manufacturer McLaren Parent company Daimler AG Production 2003–present (3,500 to be produced) Class sports car/grand tourer Body style(s) 2-door coupé 2-door roadster Layout FMR Engine(s) 5.4 L supercharged V8 Transmission(s) 5-speed Automatic transmission Wheelbase 2700 mm (106.3 in) Length 4656 mm (183.3 in) Width 1908 mm (75.1 in) Height 1261 mm (49.6 in) Curb weight 1768 kg (3898 lb) <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_SLR_McLaren">More Information</a>

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren “722 Edition”

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an Anglo-German sports car jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive, built in Portsmouth a...

12:29 AM

Lamborghini Murciélago LP640

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv4z_Ufhe6-LYtlLTzR9oODJfryGCdgNjfgT48IqqDNzXqfBMpkhM5inUm83r3fjT5ykZhdohshyIDlcgyJ9s8SoDF6PE7zaMaSwTlhn7kAS5phxkdDHWmpsvul4Jbf5fCv0B1tSS766Cp/s1600-h/Lamborghini_Murcielago.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206811790718327890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv4z_Ufhe6-LYtlLTzR9oODJfryGCdgNjfgT48IqqDNzXqfBMpkhM5inUm83r3fjT5ykZhdohshyIDlcgyJ9s8SoDF6PE7zaMaSwTlhn7kAS5phxkdDHWmpsvul4Jbf5fCv0B1tSS766Cp/s320/Lamborghini_Murcielago.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> Lamborghini Murciélago is a sports car produced by Italian automaker Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. and designed by Luc Donckerwolke. It was introduced in 2002 as the successor to the Diablo. The Murciélago is a two-door, two-seat coupé. To celebrate the company's 40 years in operation, 50 special edition Murciélagos were built during the autumn of 2003. An open-top version called the Murciélago Roadster was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The roadster features similar performance to the coupé with a more aggressive rear flank, as well as a considerably higher price tag. The Murciélago sports a 6.2-liter version of the legendary Lamborghini V12 engine, a six-speed manual or six-speed sequential automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. It also has a rear spoiler that can be raised to an angle of 70 degrees, side mirrors that fold in to improve aerodynamics, and side scoops that automatically open to the needed size to let in just the right amount of air needed to cool its engine. The 2008 car's fuel economy is 8 mpg (U.S.) (29 l/100 km) city and 13 mpg (U.S.) (18 l/100 km) freeway, making it the least efficient 2008 car for city driving, according to the EPA. The coupé's base price is US $313,000, which is US $107,000 more than its smaller sibling, the Lamborghini Gallardo. In 2006 the Murciélago's engine was replaced by a stronger 6.5-liter engine and the car's name was changed to Murciélago LP640. For the 2007 model year Lamborghini did the same with the roadster model, which is now called Murciélago LP640 Roadster. Both versions received a minor facelift. <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/EVbGaWKiTH0&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/EVbGaWKiTH0&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> Specifications : Manufacturer Lamborghini Parent company Audi AG Production 2001–present 3,066 built (2001–2007) Predecessor Lamborghini Diablo Class Sports car Body style(s) 2-door coupé 2-door roadster Layout Mid-engine, four-wheel drive Engine(s) 6.2 L V12 426 kW (579 PS/571 bhp) 6.5 L V12 471 kW (640 PS/632 bhp) Transmission(s)6-speed manual,6-speed E-Gear Wheelbase 2665 mm (104.9 in) Length 4580 mm (180.3 in) Width 2058 mm (81.0 in) Height 1135 mm (44.7 in) Curb weight 1650 kg Designer Luc Donckerwolke <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lamborghini_Murci%C3%A9lago">Information</a>

Lamborghini Murciélago LP640

Lamborghini Murciélago is a sports car produced by Italian automaker Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. and designed by Luc Donckerwolke. It was ...

12:23 AM

Pagani Zonda C12 F

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlHYZ6bFSWFzkfwYR9AOJa0Viy_8BzB3d51_bdryojiyW07ioB7P0qigqdEKh6IXycnyjv9mrg3bIbIB5k19V39BXhsJOlmuFMwHoR23uqrOBvYRzcMJDwWMmubi155MMQvP4et7tAsYuz/s1600-h/Pagani_Zonda.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206810155791750130" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlHYZ6bFSWFzkfwYR9AOJa0Viy_8BzB3d51_bdryojiyW07ioB7P0qigqdEKh6IXycnyjv9mrg3bIbIB5k19V39BXhsJOlmuFMwHoR23uqrOBvYRzcMJDwWMmubi155MMQvP4et7tAsYuz/s320/Pagani_Zonda.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> The Pagani Zonda is a mid-engined sports car produced by Pagani in Italy. It debuted in 1999 and continues through the present, with production proceeding at roughly 25 cars per year. As of December, 2005, 60 Zondas had been built. Both 2-seat coupe and convertible versions have been produced. Construction is mainly of carbon fiber. Some early Zonda engineering was done by Formula One champion, Juan Manuel Fangio. The car was originally to be named for him, the "Fangio F1", but the name was changed upon his death in 1995, renamed after an air current above Argentina. <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/6eXz4tPPXqc&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/6eXz4tPPXqc&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pagani_Zonda">Information</a>

Pagani Zonda C12 F

The Pagani Zonda is a mid-engined sports car produced by Pagani in Italy. It debuted in 1999 and continues through the present, with product...

12:18 AM

Gumpert Apollo

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJcbgSBubYBDJNL5nxPvp7U-QEF5dRif8wLYcwOneU6dCAxyBrNfRlf3MPU0JRv8tg2xcCprSQk7GFD8anTZPiT5NG3H4_0qVJgWWoNx418W7i6h-IeBxUTi9e-hOY3pl0VBQ2mVlUcyb/s1600-h/Gumpert_Apollo_Dubai.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206808734333502322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJcbgSBubYBDJNL5nxPvp7U-QEF5dRif8wLYcwOneU6dCAxyBrNfRlf3MPU0JRv8tg2xcCprSQk7GFD8anTZPiT5NG3H4_0qVJgWWoNx418W7i6h-IeBxUTi9e-hOY3pl0VBQ2mVlUcyb/s320/Gumpert_Apollo_Dubai.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> The Gumpert Apollo is the first vehicle produced by Gumpert Sportwagenmanufaktur GmbH in Germany. The project is the creation of Roland Gumpert, a former Audi employee who oversaw many a rallying success working as competitions chief in their Quattro division. Gumpert's partner is Roland Mayer, the boss of German tuning house MTM. <a href="http://www.gumpert.de/eng/index_html.html">Official website</a> <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/6gxYgiAi5h0&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/6gxYgiAi5h0&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> Performance/Engine The Apollo is a 1100 kg (2425 lb), street-legal race car with up to 650 hp (485 kW) and 627 lb·ft (850 N·m) of torque, designed to take on the Porsche 911 GT3, it is a mid engined, rear wheel drive two seater constructed on a tubular Chromoly frame, with fiberglass or optional carbon fiber body panels. An Audi 4.2L V8 engine is joined to a six-speed sequential gearbox with Formula 1 influences. Estimated top speed is 360 km/h (224 mph) with 0-100 km/h (0–62 mph) reached in 3.0 seconds, making it the 9th best accelerating production car in the world, behind the Ariel Atom. Manufacturer Gumpert Production 2005–present Predecessor None Engine(s) 4.2 L V8 Twin Turbocharged Transmission(s) 6-speed manual Curb weight 1100 kg (2425 lb) Designer Roland Gumpert, Roland Mayer <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gumpert_Apollo">Information</a>

Gumpert Apollo

The Gumpert Apollo is the first vehicle produced by Gumpert Sportwagenmanufaktur GmbH in Germany. The project is the creation of Roland Gump...

12:12 AM

Bristol Fighter

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzXa2mPdh2U6ggtT-pJRuQMGziyCYY4HbY7hlrIecNAhRx3Jhgxu1wWspV7ZPCMbJiqFKzVs_SrDl_a76NilBdWJ5N2cpaimKYikLXFn8cN6r5NVlEtu6VUaGCVCwXiTsThMZ1RmEK3Kpd/s1600-h/Bristol_Fighter_2004.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5206807361978914146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzXa2mPdh2U6ggtT-pJRuQMGziyCYY4HbY7hlrIecNAhRx3Jhgxu1wWspV7ZPCMbJiqFKzVs_SrDl_a76NilBdWJ5N2cpaimKYikLXFn8cN6r5NVlEtu6VUaGCVCwXiTsThMZ1RmEK3Kpd/s320/Bristol_Fighter_2004.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" /></a> The Bristol Fighter is a British sports car, manufactured by Bristol Cars in small numbers from 2004, and described by commentators as a supercar. The coupé body, which has gullwing doors, was designed by former Brabham Formula One engineer Max Boxstrom and gives the car a Cd of 0.28. A maximum speed of 210 mph (337.9 km/h) is claimed. The car uses a front-mounted V10 engine of 7996 cc (487.9 ci) based on that of the Dodge Viper, but modified by Bristol to produce 525 bhp (391 kW) at 5600 rpm and 515 ft·lbf (698 Nm) of torque at 4200 rpm. This is in-keeping with Bristol's use of Chrysler engines since 1961. In the more powerful Fighter S the engine is tuned to give 628 hp (660 hp at high speed using the ram air effect). The car's weight is 1,475 kg (3,252 lb). List price in 2005 was £229,125, or £256,150 for the Fighter S. The car has a six-speed manual or four speed automatic transmission, and is rear-wheel drive. It can achieve the 0-60 mph sprint in 4.0 seconds (claimed), and enjoys a power-to-weight ratio of 267.8 kW/ton (362 bhp/ton) Although sketches and models had been publicized some time before, a complete car was first shown to the press in May 2003. The first drive by a car magazine appears to be that in the April 2005 issue of Evo Magazine. <object height="355" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/prxeGy3wM9Q&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/prxeGy3wM9Q&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object> <a href="http://www.bristolcars.co.uk/FighterT.htm">Official website</a> Fighter T In 2006, Bristol announced the Fighter T, a turbocharged version of the Fighter with a modified V10 engine producing 1,012 bhp (755 kW) and 1,036 lb·ft (1,405 N·m) of torque at 4500 rpm. The Fighter T will also benefit from a drag coefficient of Cd 0.27 (improved from Cd 0.28 on the standard model). Bristol claim that the car is capable of more than 270 mph (430 km/h); however it will be electronically limited to a "more than adequate" 225 mph (362 km/h). When the Fighter T went into production, it became be more powerful than Bugatti Veyron, which has advertised 1,001 bhp (746 kW), but still lower than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero TT. The first production cars were delivered in September 2007. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_Fighter_(car)">Information</a>