2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo

Panamera is Porsche’s fourth model series, the first three models include Boxster, Cayman sports cars as well as the Cayenne SUV. Panamera designers have succeeded in the unique and one of a kind architecture of the interior and supreme comfort in both the front and back seats.

Panamera has come up with another idea and upgrade their all-wheel drive and is available on other models as an option. Porsche is also preparing for a fuel-efficient version of the Panamera with an hybrid drive. More details on engines, transmissions, performance, prices and equipment will be foretold next spring.

February 9, 2009 at 2:20 am | No comment

2010 Porsche Cayman S

The second generation of the mid-engine Cayman sports cars was introduced for the very first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show. A more improvement of both fuel economy and performance is a guarantee win by the Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe, the new double-clutch gearbox. The 3.4-litre power unit, benefits from Direct Fuel Injection, now delivers about 320 bhp in the Cayman S, and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than 4.9 seconds.

Also, in order to maintain a sense of meditation, Cayman Sports has integrated a new CDR-30 C radio boasting an easy-to-read five-inch monochromatic display and the ability to play MP3 CDs. Also, Porsche has an option with seat ventilation combined with a new seat heating on both the standard seats and the comfort seats with full or partial leather.

February 7, 2009 at 1:48 am | 1 comment

2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder

In the new Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder, Lamborghini has designed a new driving experience like no other – breakthrough designs, breathtaking performances and amazing handling characteristics come together in one in this car. “The LP 560-4 is the next step in a huge success story,” says Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. “With the Spyder, we are now unveiling a car that is, quite simply, a new dimension in the latest Gallardo range. It is an entirely new model, whilst building on the substantial technical and design attributes of the Gallardo LP560-4 production strategy. The new Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder is a simply breathtaking automobile – and utterly unparalleled in its commitment to extreme motoring.”

The engineers in Ufficio Technico Lamborghini, Sant’Agata-based Technical Department, have improved traction, handling and stability at high speeds. Riding under the night stars or soaring through the open air on a sunny day, Lamborghini has designed a flat top on this vehicle. The engine has a displacement of 5.2 liters, generates 560 hp at 8,000 rpm – giving top-notch output per litre. The Lamborghini LP560-4 Spyder can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.9 secs and reaching a top speed of 201 mph. With these results, no wonder this car is the most-extreme high-performance sports cars out there and is only on km/h less swift than the LP 560-4 Coupé.

February 3, 2009 at 1:59 am | 2 comments

2009 Nissan 370Z

The first full design of the iconic Nissan Z has been introduced as a 2003 model, almost every piece and component has been redesigned or reanimated. “The fresh character of the 2009 Nissan 370Z is immediately apparent in the crisp new exterior design, which is sportier yet still immensely identifiable as a Nissan Z,” said Al Castignetti, vice president, Sales, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc.

“One usually thinks of evolution as being linear. The new 370Z’s ‘super evolution’ builds on the best features of both the first and last generations Z– cars – respectful but not retro, simple yet sophisticated, and 110 percent pure Z.” “The new 370Z lives in the sweet spot of performance, style and value, a position that Nissan invented with the original Z®. It’s an authentic sports car that you don’t have to make sacrifices to own – or drive everyday,” said Castignetti.

Since the many new kinds of sport car’s performance, it has been concluded that an engineering teams behind the development of the new 370Z has been made its primary focus. Inside this vehicle, its interior has been enhanced to give the driver pleasure in and out of the car. The door’s armrests have been remodeled to give the driver better positioning when cornering.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: two-door coupe, production car
Configuration: Front Engine/RWD
Engine: V6
Displacement: 3700 cc
Horsepower: 332 bhp @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 270 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Max RPM: 7500 rpm
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual/7-Speed Automatic
Weight: 3232 lbs
Height: 51.8 in
Length: 167.1 in
Width: 72.6 in
Wheelbase: 100.4 in
Track (f/r): f: 61.0/r: 62.8 in

February 1, 2009 at 1:47 am | 1 comment

2010 Porsche Boxster S

Porsche has presented its second generation of the mid-engine Boxster sports car for the very first time at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The highlight of the new generation is the course of the new flat-six boxer engines developed with new technical features from the ground up, providing not only more energy, but greater fuel efficiency than their predecessors.

The 3.4- litre power unit in the Boxster S, benefiting from Direct Fuel Injection, can now deliver 310 bhp, up by 15. The Boxster S with its six-speed manual gearbox has been featured as standard accelerates from 0-60 mph in less than 5.9 seconds. The new two-seater is clearly distinguishable from outside through its newly designed front and rear ends. Also, Carrera GT, the new LED rear lights tampering out to the outside an integrated elegantly in the modified end of the vehicle.

January 19, 2009 at 8:58 pm | 1 comment

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