2009 BMW Z4 sDrive35i

BMW has launched a new Z4 series Roadster which looks stylish and more powerful than the previous models. The roadster consists of a two piece retractable hardtop roof, rear axle where the seating position can be moved closer to it and a rear wheel drive. The Z4 is of latest technology with a two seating capacity.

BMW Z4 sDrive35i front view

Retractable hardtop

The retractable hardtop is of less weight which is made of aluminum shells; this roof can be opened and closed in just 20 seconds with a single button touch. This roof can be operated with a switch or an additional remote. It has an impressive aerodynamic and acoustic qualities, the rear windows are about 52% large and the side windows are about 40% large compared to the previous versions. The rear window consists of an electric defroster and the side windows can be lowered individually.

Interiors
The air conditioning and light controls are placed on the left and right sides of the steering wheel, these essentials are made of Ash Grain wood, Satin Silver matte and brushed Aluminum. The seats of the BMW Z4 sDrive35i are made of Kansas leather. In addition, Ivory White Nappa leather is available based on the interest of the customer.

6-speed transmission
The BMW Z4 versions are provided with a standard 6-speed manual gear box, the gearbox in this car is of less gearshift where gears can be changed easily compared to the previous models.

Dynamic Drive Control (DDC)
This mode helps the driver choose the ways of driving according to road conditions. This mode is operated by a button that is located at the gear selector. After pressing the DDC, there are three different modes which are Normal, Sports and Sports+.

Brakes
The brakes in this car are a sophisticated high performance brakes, which is of less weight. Also the car is the first to contain an electrical parking brake which can be operated by a button.

iDrive
The car contains an iDrive control system which is a part of navigation system. Telecommunications, information, entertainment and navigation can be activated in this system. There is an 80GB hard disc that is installed inside where 15GB can be used for music.

BMW Z4 sDrive35i side view

Specifications

• Vehicle Type: - production car, with two doors
• Configuration: -Front Engine/ RWD
• Displacement: - 2979 cc
• Engine: - Twin Turbo Incline-6
• Torque: - 300 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm
• Horsepower: - 300 bhp @ 5000 rpm
• Steering: - power assisted rack and pinion
• Transmission: - 6-speed Manual/7- speed Automatic (optional)
• Weight: -3450 lbs
• Height: -50.8 in
• Length: -166.9 in
• Wheelbase: - 98.3 in
• Width: - 70.5 in
• 0-60 mph: - 5.0 sec
• Top speed: -150 mph

April 10, 2009 at 3:11 pm | 1 comment

2009 Audi R15 TDI

Audi is the first in the world to design a second generation diesel sports car. Audi once again proved to the world its supremacy in car technology to the 24 Hours Le Mans. The 24 Hours Le Mans is an economical, less weight and an environmental friendly car. The R15 TDI is unique compared to the previous models because of the technical features which cannot be seen in any other sports car.

2009 Audi R15 TDI

Engine
The engine is a sophisticated V10 Turbocharged Direct Injection which generates more than 600 hp, torque output of about 1,050 Newton meters. The power generation component is highly compact, which weighs less than twelve cylinder engine that is used in the previous R10 TDI engine, which is useful in reducing the CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. The modernization at the fuel insertion places and turbo charging helps to improve the better performance of the engine. In addition, the engine contains diesel particle filters.

The aerodynamics of the car plays a key role, particularly at Le Mans, when Audi won the DTM championship in the year2008.

Electrical System
An entirely new system has been adopted in the car, where lithium-ion battery is introduced in this car for the first time, which is used only in hybrid vehicles. The battery weighs less and generates a high voltage.

New Features
There are a number of features at the suspension and chassis of the car, rear suspension and facade has been lifted up, the wheel base also has been stretched compared to the previous versions.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - race car, no doors
Configuration: -Mid Engine/ RMD
Engine: - V10 Turbocharged Direct Injection
Torque: - 775 lb-ft@--rpm
Horsepower: - 600 bhp @--rpm
Transmission: - 6-speed sequential

April 9, 2009 at 3:11 pm | 5 comments

2009 Aston Martin LMP1

The Aston Martin LMP1 was designed by the Lola Racing Cars, a racing cars manufacturing company. The Aston Martin LMP1 has been tested on March 8th and 9th and later it will be used by the Aston Racing Team at the 2009 Le Mans series season which would be held in between 5th April and 13th September 2009.

Along with the Aston Martin LMP1, 27 other cars out of 50 cars has been tested that would participate in the 2009 Le Mans series. The 2009 Le Mans series racing contest is about 1000 km, where the first race takes place at Catalunya, Spain, in addition the other races would be held at Belgium, Portugal, Germany and the final race at Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom.
2009 Aston Martin LMP1

Specifications

• Vehicle Type: - race car, with one door
• Configuration: - Mid Engine/ RWD
• Displacement: - 1988cc
• Engine: - 6.0 litre V12
• Torque: - 700 Nm / 516 ft lbs
• Power: - 650 bhp / 485 KW
• Steering: - power assisted rack and pinion
• Transmission: - 6-speed Sequential
• Brakes: - Carbon ceramic discs
• Valve train: - cylinder / 4 valves
• Weight: -900 kilograms

April 9, 2009 at 2:15 pm | 2 comments

2008 Reiter Engineering Murcielago R-GT Strada

The Reiter Engineering has launched R-GT for road use. The car is made of latest technology and several upgrades have been added which included the modified suspension system, brake rotors and OZ racing wheels.

The car contains an AWD mid engine, with a six speed manual transmission. The car attains a speed of 60 mph in just 3.6 sec and 100 mph in 8.7 sec, where the top speed is about 205 mph.
Reiter Engineering Murcielago R-GT Strada

Specifications

Vehicle Type: -modified car, with two doors
Configuration: - Mid Engine/ AWD
Displacement: - 6192 cc
Engine: - V12
Torque: - 480 lb-ft @ 5400 rpm
Horsepower: - 580 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max RPM: - 7500 rpm
Width: - 80.5 in
Length: - 180.3 in
Height: - 44.7 in
Transmission: - 6-speed Manual
0-60 mph: - 3.6 sec
0-100 mph: - 8.7 sec
Top speed: - 205mph

April 9, 2009 at 2:11 pm | 6 comments

2010 JE Design Volkswagen Scirocco

The 2010 JE Design Volkswagen Scirocco is a stylish car with stunning looks and a powerful diesel engine.

The JE Design employs a 2.0 L TDI inline-4 engine with camshafts, exhaust systems and intercoolers for the cooling of the engine. The maximum output power released by the engine is 205 bhp with a peak torque of 295 lb-ft. The maximum speed of the car is about 213 km/h and it marks the 62 mph speed in 8.4 seconds.

The JE Design features a unique body kit where the body panels are made of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS). These materials are of less weight, durable for a long period and perfectly fitted. This kit costs around 919 euros that includes the front spoilers, side and rear skirts. In addition, the gull wing doors kit costs around 1549 euros.

2010 JE Design Volkswagen Scirocco

The suspension system features coil springs, stabilizers and shock absorbers that allows the cars height to be lowered up to 30 millimeters. The JE Design features 19-inch multispoke alloy wheels with polished edges and the wheels are covered with 235/35 R 19 tyres.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - 2-door coupe
Configuration: - Front Engine
Engine: - 2.0 L TDI Inline-4
Horsepower: - 205 bhp
Torque: - 295 lb-ft
0-62 mph: - 8.4 sec
Top speed: - 213 km/h

April 7, 2009 at 3:39 pm | 6 comments

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