2009 Cadillac CTS-V

The 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is a four door high performance luxury and sports car.

The Cadillac CTS-V features Magnetic Ride Control, suspension technology, electronic sensors on all the wheels, Traction Management System and shock absorbers which is being managed by electro-magnets. The Traction Management uses modern electronic methods for the controlling the engines torque at higher acceleration.

2009 Cadillac CTS-V

The Cadillac CTS-V features a 6.2 L LSA Supercharged V8 engine with a capacity of 6162 cc. The engine delivers an output power of 550 bhp at 6200 rpm and 550 lb-ft torque at 6200 rpm. The Cadillac CTS-V features six speed manual transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily at higher speeds and stress. Also, there is a choice for either six speed manual or six speed automatic transmission.

The Cadillac CTS-V features 19-inch wheels wrapped with Michelin tires. The car consists of Brembo brakes with six piston calipers on the front wheel and four piston calipers on the rear wheel. It also features the latest braking system that ensures better braking and safety handling of the car at higher speeds.

The interiors feature the navigation system, adjustable seats, sporty steering wheel, Bose digital sound surround audio system, 40 GB hard drive, Bluetooth and pop-up screen.

2009 Cadillac CTS-V side view

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 4-door sedan
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 6.2 L LSA Supercharged V8
Capacity: – 6162 cc
Power: – 550 bhp at 6200 rpm
Torque: – 550 lb-ft at 6200 rpm
Transmission: – 6-Speed Manual
Wheelbase: – 113.4 inches
Length: – 191.6 inches
Width: – 72.5 inches
Height: – 58.0 inches
Weight: – 4200 lbs

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Cadillac CTS-V on the Track

May 31, 2009 at 5:13 am | No comment

2009 Bentley Azure T

The 2009 Bentley Azure T is a stylish and powerful car which is also considered as the one of the elegant convertible in the world.

The body of the Bentley Azure T is made of aluminum and the shape looks a bit muscular and the car is available in 42 different colors. The Bentley Azure T features a soft top which is operated by a switch and it can be opened or closed in 25 seconds.

Bentley Azure T

The Bentley Azure T consists of a Twin-Turbo V8 engine with a capacity of 6761 cc. The engine is hand made and it comes out in black color. The engine delivers an output power of 500 bhp at 4200 rpm and 738 lb-ft torque at 3200 rpm. The Bentley Azure T reaches the speed of 60 mph in 5.2 seconds and the top speed is about 179 mph.

The Bentley Azure T features a 6-speed ZF Automatic transmission and there are three transmission modes which are Drive mode, Manual mode and Sports Mode. These modes can be selected depending upon the driving and road conditions. The gear shifts can be performed easily and smoothly even at higher loads.

The Bentley Azure T features 20-inch five spoke 5-spoke alloy wheels which are wrapped with Pirelli P Zero tyres for better handling and grip. The wheels features carbon ventilated disc brakes that consist of eight piston calipers.
Bentley Azure T side view

The exteriors feature the door mirrors, LED lights, canvas roof and the 20-inch alloy wheels. The interiors feature the memory card slot, iPod interface, audio system with 10 individual speakers, leather seats, air conditioning system and a huge luggage space.

Bentley Azure T back view

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 2-door Convertible, production car
Configuration: – Front Engine/RWD
Engine: – Twin-Turbo V8
Capacity: – 6761 cc
Torque: – 738 lb-ft at 3200 rpm
Horsepower: – 500 bhp at 4200 rpm
Transmission: – 6-Speed ZF Automatic
Width: – 83.7 inches
Length: – 212.6 inches
Height: – 58.7 inches
Weight: – 5699 lb
0-60 mph: – 5.2 sec
Top speed: – 179 mph

Review of the Bentley Azure T at the L.A. Auto Show

May 30, 2009 at 3:29 am | 1 comment

2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage

The 2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is high performance car that features a powerful engine.

The V12 Vantage was built based on the successful V8 Vantage Roadster. It is also the high performance car which consists of a powerful engine that ensures stunning performance and thrilling driving experience.

2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage

The interiors are designed in such a way that it allows the driver to extract the performance capability on the car that ensures comfort during long journeys.
2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage black

The V12 Vantage consists of a 6.0 liter V12 engine with 6-speed manual transmission. The capacity of the engine is about 5935 cc and it delivers an output power of 510 bhp at 6500 rpm and 420 lb-ft torque at 5750 rpm. It promises to deliver a top speed of 190 mph and reaching 60 mph in 4.1 seconds.
2010 Aston Martin V12 Vantage side view red

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – Production car, two door coupe
Configuration: – Front Engine/RWD
Engine: – V 12
Mileage: – 12/24 mpg
Capacity: – 5935 cc
Torque: – 420 lb-ft at 5750 rpm
Horsepower: – 510 bhp at 6500 rpm
Transmission: – 6-speed Manual
Length: – 172.5 inches
Width: – 73.5 inches
Height: – 49.0 inches
Weight: – 3704 lb
0-60 mph: – 4.1 sec
Top speed: -190 mph

May 28, 2009 at 12:08 am | 5 comments

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

The 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport marks the history of Chevrolet’s racing cars.

The Grand Sport comes out with a different body styling and racetrack suspensions for better performance. These models features the rear mounted battery, differential cooler and dry sump oiling system.

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

The car consists of an LS3 6.2 L engines that delivers 424 lb-ft torque and produces an output power of 430 bhp. In addition, the two mode exhaust system that delivers a 428 lb-ft torque and produces an output power of 436 bhp and 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission are available optionally.

The wheels in the Grand Sport are chrome finished where the front wheel measures 18 inches and the rear wheel measures 19 inches. The brakes include the 14 inch front rotors which contains six piston calipers and 13 inch rear rotor which contains four piston calipers.

2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport front view

The special features in the Grand Sport includes the extra cooling, specific manual transmission, front splitter in Z06-style and rear spoiler, rear axle ratio and the chrome finished wheels.

2010 Corvette Grand Sport red back view

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – production car, 2-door convertible
Configuration: – Front Engine/ RWD
Engine: – V8
Displacement: – 6200 cc
Transmission: – 6-Speed Manual and 6-Speed Automatic
Torque: – 428 lb-ft @ —- rpm
Horsepower: – 436 bhp @ —- rpm
RPM: -6500

May 19, 2009 at 1:47 am | 8 comments

2009 Maserati GranTurismo MC

The 2009 Maserati GranTurismo MC will be launched in the FIA GT European Championship series.

The Maserati GranTurismo MC will be launched marking the 2010 GT4 Championship and other series. A limited version of the cars would be manufactured and the price of the car is 135,000 Euros excluding VAT.

2009 Maserati GranTurismo MC

The 2010 Maserati has been tested a number of times by a number of drivers making it fit for the 2010 GT4 European Cup. The tuning works have been tested by Andrea Bertolini, Maserati tester along with Thomas Cremonini and Michael Bartels who was the 2008 FIA GT champion.

The Maserati has a history of winning the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race in the years 1939 and 1940. It also won the 1954 and 1957 F1 race which was driven by Juan Manuel Fangio. During the 1950s and 1960s, the Maserati recorded a number of Endurance races and the last victory of the Maserati was in the year 1967 which was driven by Pedro Rodriguez. Also in the years 2005, 2006 and 2008, it marked three victories in the Spa 24 Hours.

2009 Maserati GranTurismo MC side view

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – race car, two doors coupe
Configuration: – Front Engine/ RWD
Engine: – V8
Displacement: – 4691 cc
Transmission: – 6-speed Paddleshift
Horsepower: – 412 bhp @ —- rpm
Width: – 75.4 in
Length: – 194.3 in
Height: – 51.2 in
Weight: – 3085 lbs
Wheelbase: – 115.8 in

May 17, 2009 at 2:45 am | 4 comments

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