2010 Audi S5 Sportback

The 2010 Audi S5 Sportback is the newest model to come out for this line of cars. Its sleek and elegant finish belies the wonders hidden within. The car can be distinguished by its unique external and internal features.

Price at 57,900 Euros, this car uses a 3 liter V6 engine, which is turbocharged and which has a mechanical compressor. This could give an output of as much as 333 horsepower. The released torque at 2,900 to 5,300 revolutions per minute is at 440 Nm. It could accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in only 5.4 seconds, and has a top speed of 250 kilometers per hour. Its average fuel consumption is only at 9.7 liters for every 100 kilometers.
2010 Audi S5 Sportback

Fans of the brand would be familiar with the equipment found in this car. It uses a dual-clutch transmission system. This S tronic system has seven speeds. With the quattro permanent all-wheel drive, the power is circulated on the rear axle between the wheels. The chassis has been constructed to accommodate 18-inch aluminum wheels. This new sporty body also boasts of black brake calipers which bear the emblems of the S5 in the front wheels. The seats of this car are electrically adjustable. Luxury is provided by using Silk Nappa leather as covering for the upholstery.

The five-door coupé which is the 2010 Audi S5 Sportback delivers both elegance and versatility for everyone.

2010 Audi S5 Sportback side view

October 10, 2009 at 4:38 pm | 1 comment

2011 McLaren MP4-12C

McLaren is one of the oldest companies in producing top of the line race cars apart from Ferrari. With such a record, the company has been widely known and recognized for producing powerful engines and exceptional aerodynamics specially made to win races. Known as the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes operating team, they already have a whopping 169 races under their belt and have long been known as an innovator.
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Race cars made from carbon-fiber has been their trademark and claim to fame. This year, McLaren is at it again after being away from the limelight in automotive production, in producing yet another model sure to make heads turn upon first glance – the 2011 McLaren MP4-12C.

Performance

In terms of performance, with a remarkable track record from the company, this McLaren will give potential customers confidence. This model will run with a new M838T engine that was specifically designed only for this model. It has a 3.8 liter V8 twin turbo engine that weighs 439 lbs yet produces up to 590 horsepower and 443lb-ft torque.

This car has a cosmic power to weight ratio of 455 bhp/tone attributed to its lightweight component and carbon-fiber body. The key idea behind such speed of this car is the low weight, high power concept. This model can accelerate from 0-60mph in just 3.3 seconds and customers can even opt for a high performance tire if they want a faster acceleration of 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds and top speed surpasses previous models as it can reach up to 205 mph.

Transmission

Being a race car, this model only has a dual clutch transmission and multiple settings of 7-speeds available. This model specifically has unique features such as the Pre-clog which loads the clutch even before you make a gear shift decreasing shift time to zero. An innovative adjustable roll control feature has been added to this model making the mechanical ones already obsolete. With the many features and innovations added to this particular model, hardly anyone can ever resist this new addition to the McLaren family.

As exciting as it everything sounds, from features to innovations, not everyone was pleased with this new model. There are a few dissenters and this McLaren model is no exception. There were unconfirmed reports of a 2011 McLaren Mp4-12C crashing upon test driving it in England. It was reported that the company is trying to break the fastest lap time recorded in history but unfortunately the car wasn’t able to handle the pressure resulting in a car crash.
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As a race car, it is expected to be one of the fastest and has the most powerful engine of all. Though this model may have unconfirmed car crash reports, it is not enough to underestimate what this race car can do. With highly acclaimed innovations and unique features, this model is set to bring new standards in race cars.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Coupe Est. Price: $229,000.00
Performance
Engine: 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 Horsepower: 592 HP
Transmission: 7-Speed dual-clutch Maximum Seating: 2 people
0-60 mph: 2.9 seconds 1/4 Mile: 10.5 seconds

October 8, 2009 at 11:31 pm | 16 comments

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Many cars from yesteryears are now being brought up to speed by new technologies. Old versions are now reinvented into something for the modern day buyer. Not to be one-upped, Mercedes-Benz and AMG have teamed-up to create a car which would embody the strengths both companies offer to the world market. Their creation: the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG boasts of having the ultimate in sports cars. From a distance, the car has a distinctive aluminum body with gullwing doors that could open up to a maximum of 70 degrees. Price at €177,310, its engine is a powerful 6.3 liter V8 that has a horsepower of 571. The car could accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour at only 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 317 km/h (197 mph). It has a torque of 650 Nm.

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG side back view

The car recreates one of the iconic designs of Mercedes-Benz. The spoiler of the car is installed in the boot lid and is automatically sets out at 120 kilometers per hour speed to stabilize the car at high speeds. The interior design is much like an aircraft cockpit. The console and the dashboard both have the Silver Shadow surface. The controls are made out of metal.

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG doors open

October 7, 2009 at 10:46 pm | 4 comments

2009 Mansory Porsche Cayenne Chopster

Mansory Switzerland AG has long been known as an in-house specialist for Porsche. This company unveiled the newest model of the Chopster: the 2009 Mansory Porsche Cayenne Chopster. This was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show as an SUV version of the Turbo S.

The 2009 Mansory Porsche Cayenne Chopster boasts of a modified V8 turbo engine with 710 horsepower. The body of the car was made using very light carbon which not only boasts of strength but also reduces the weight of the car. Hardened under the strong pressure and high temperature of an autoclave, the reduced weight of the car increased the acceleration as well as trimmed down the car’s braking distance and fuel consumption. The maximum torque that the car could reach is at 900 Nm with speeds up to 302 kilometers per hour. The car could also be modified so that its center of gravity is lowered up to 45 millimeters.

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The SUV is also modifiable in terms of its interior. It uses leather that is not only hard to wear out but also soft and hand-finished. The designers use leather skins and accentuate these with decorative stitches that are discreet. People are offered with two monitors along with a DVD player. It is also equipped with a laptop with internet connection. The interior of the car is divided by the center console that spans the length from the back seat to the dashboard. The four seats are designed as sports car seats. All in all, it gives off both a plush and sporty feel.

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October 6, 2009 at 10:43 pm | No comment

2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar

Everything changes: people, places, and food. Changes occur to accommodate new technologies and innovations. The award-winning model has a newer line-up from being a road car to a race car: the 2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 (read as One Twenty Four) Endurance Racecar.

The 2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar boasts of a V6 engine which has been race-tuned and has a horsepower over 400. The car weighs at around 1200 kilograms due to a 200 kilogram mass reduction. The new model also includes a six speed sequential paddle shift racing gearbox, a carbon fibre rear wing, diffuser, front splitter, and is built according to FIA standards which, in turn, added a roll cage, an ATL fuel system of 120 litres, and a fire extinguisher system.
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Along with these changes, the car has an AP Racing six piston calipers both in the front and the rear, and a Bosch ABS system that is race-tuned. Both its four-way dampers and anti-roll bars are adjustable. The car is fitted with 18 inch rims with Pirelli racing slicks. The wheels were also changed: the front became 9 ½ J while the rear wheels were changed into 11 J.

The racecar will participate in the ADAC Nűrburgring 24 Hours. This will serve as both a debut and test to the 2010 Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar capabilities.

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October 5, 2009 at 10:31 pm | No comment

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