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Lamborghini Countach

2007-07-12T21:14:00.000-07:00

The Lamborghini Countach was a supercar produced by Italian automaker Lamborghini from 1974 to 1990. It popularized, but did not pioneer, the wedge-shaped, sharply angled look popular in many high performance cars since. It also popularized the "cabin-forward" design concept that pushes the passenger compartment forward in order to accommodate a larger engine.

The word countach is an exclamation of astonishment in the local Piedmontese language - generally used by men on seeing an extremely beautiful woman. While the term is considered untranslatable, it can be considered the verbal equivalent of a Wolf Whistle.

The name stuck when Nuccio Bertone first saw "Project 112" in his studio. The prototype was introduced to the world at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show. Most previous Lamborghini car names were associated with bulls and bullfighting.

In 2004, Sports Car International named this car number three on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1970s, and it was listed as number ten on their list of Top Sports Cars of the 1980s.

Despite the fact that the car has been discontinued for 17 years, it still enjoys a massive fan following this day. The Countach has since practically become a symbol for the 1980s, and is widely considered to be one of the most recognizable cars of all time.

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2007-07-02T23:54:00.001-07:00

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BMW M5 Series Supercharged

2007-07-02T02:44:00.000-07:00

BMW M5 Series Supercharged

The M5 is the high-performance version of the BMW 5-Series sedan which was redesigned for 2004, and the M5 has been on hiatus since the 2003 model year. The M5 returns to the lineup for 2006 powered by a 500-horsepower V10 engine mated to a seven-speed sequential-manual gearbox (SMG). Beginning with the founding of BMW, M has always stood for Motoren—German for engines, and now also stands for BMW's specialized motorsports group responsible for developing high-performance cars. The BMW M group began with the limited-production mid-engine M1 in 1978 and in 1988 the first M5 was built, powered by a 256-horsepower inline 6-cylinder engine. The M5 returned for a three-year run in 1991, powered by a 310-horsepower 6-cylinder. A new M5 debuted as a 2000 model and continued through the 2003 model year, powered by a 394-horsepower 4.9-liter V8 engine.

Mercedes SLR McLaren

2007-07-02T02:35:00.000-07:00

A Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Collaboration

The SLR super sports GT car showcases the collective experience of Mercedes-Benz and its Formula 1 partner McLaren in the development and production of high-performance sports cars. This unique combination of expertise is evident not only in the pioneering developments and impressive performance of the SLR, but also in its high levels of safety and practicality.

One dramatic example of technology transfer from Formula 1 racing is the carbon fiber composite material of the new SLR body, which provides rigidity and strength never before achieved in road-going vehicles.

Equally impressive is its high level of occupant protection. The SLR is distinguished as the first series production vehicle to utilize a front crash structure made exclusively of carbon fiber. Specially designed to absorb crash energy at a constant rate, the carbon fiber crash structure absorbs four to five times more energy in a severe frontal collision than similar structures made of conventional steel.

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Bugatti Veyron

2007-06-25T02:39:00.000-07:00

Bugatti

Specifications

Engine
Type: Quad-Turbocharged W16
Displacement cu in (cc): 488 (7993)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 1001(736) / 6000
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 923(1250) / 2200-5500
Redline at RPM: 6500

Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: 265-680 ZR500A - 365-710 R540A (PAX System)
Driveline: All Wheel Drive

Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in: 174.2 × 77.9 × 47
Weight lb (kg): 4162 (1888)

Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph s: 2.5
Top Speed mph (km/h): 253 (407)
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): n.a. (24.1)

Base Price: 2006 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 - Approx. $1,700,000

Mustang GT

2007-06-25T02:31:00.000-07:00

SPECIFICATIONS
2005 Ford Mustang GT

Base Price:$ 25,705

Engine Type:
aluminum alloy single overhead cam
24-valve V8

Engine Size: 4.6 liters / 281 cu. in.

Horsepower: 300 @ 5750 rpm

Torque (lb-ft): 320 @ 4500 rpm

Transmission: 5-speed manual

Wheelbase / Length: 107.1 in. / 188.0 in.

Curb Weight: 3483 lbs.

Pounds Per Horsepower: 11.6

Fuel Capacity: 16.0 gal.

Fuel Requirement: 87 octane unleaded regular gasoline

Tires: P235/55 ZR17 Pirelli P-Zero Nero

Brakes, front/rear:
twin-piston calipers, vented disc /
single-piston calipers, vented disc
antilock standard

Suspension, front/rear:
independent MacPherson strut /
solid axle with coil springs,
3-link location and Panhard rod

Drivetrain: front engine, rear-wheel drive

Lotus Europa S

2007-06-25T02:27:00.000-07:00

Mustang vs Lotus

2007-06-25T02:25:00.000-07:00

Lotus Elise

2007-06-25T02:10:00.000-07:00

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Lotus Elise Specification:
Body
Closed mould lightweight composite body panels, with detachable front and rear 'clamshells', facilitate balanced aerodynamic downforce, increasing cornering grip and high speed stability.

Chassis
Lotus designed lightweight structure of epoxy bonded aluminium alloy extrusions with integral steel rollover structure and lightweight steel rear subframe.

Suspension
Double wishbone with coil springs over gas pressurised monotube Bilstein dampers front and rear.

Steering
Rigidly mounted rack and pinion steering.
2.8 wheel turns lock to lock.

Brakes
282mm-diameter cast iron ventilated discs, non-servo split hydraulic system, including unique Lotus/AP Racing opposed piston aluminium front calipers.

Wheels/Tyres
Lotus designed lightweight 6-spoke, aluminium alloy wheels
Front: 5.5" x 16" wheels with Lotus developed Bridgestone V rated
175/55 R16 tyres
Rear: 7.5" x 17" wheels with Lotus developed Bridgestone V rated 225/45 R17 tyres

Instrumentation
Electronic Stack Instruments unit with analogue display comprising
re-calibrated Speedometer and Tachometer with multifunction LCD incorporating re-calibrated fuel gauge, temperature read out, rev limiter warning lamp, engine diagnostics warning lamp and seat belt warning.

Interior
2 Seats. Fore / aft adjustable driver's seat (passenger seat fixed in rearmost position.) 'Soft touch' sill and facia covers integrated into dashboard surround.

Lighting
Integral headlights with optional aerodynamic faired lens cover.

Engine
K Series : Transverse mid engine
4 cylinders in line, 1796cc
All aluminium lightweight construction
Double overhead camshaft: 16 valves
Multi-point sequential fuel injection
Maximum output: 122PS / 120bhp @ 5,500r/min*
Maximum torque: 168Nm / 124 lb.ft between 3,500 - 4,500r/min*

Engine management
Lotus K4 engine controller

Emission control
Three-way catalytic converter
Active on-board diagnostics - Euro III emissions compliant

Transmission
5-speed transaxle driving rear wheels.
Close ratio gears fitted as standard equipment.

Ratios:
First 2.923
Second 1.750
Third 1.307
Fourth 1.033
Fifth 0.848
Reverse 3.000
Final drive 4.200

Performance:
Maximum speed 125 mph (200 km/h)*
0 - 62 mph (100km/h) 5.7 seconds*
0 - 100 mph (160km/h) 17.2 seconds*

Fuel Consumption:
(litres/100km) (mpg)
Urban 9.42 30
Extra Urban 6.14 46
Combined 7.33 38.5
Fuel requirement 95 RON ULG minimum

Dimensions:
Wheel base 2300 mm
Front track 1457 mm
Rear track 1503 mm
Overall length 3785 mm
Overall width 1719 mm
(excluding door mirrors)
Overall height 1143 mm

Weight:
Dry weight 710 Kg*
Kerb weight 756 Kg*
(including full tank of fuel at 30kg)

Weight distribution:
38% front 62% rear

Luggage compartment capacity:
115 litres

Fuel tank capacity:
38 litres (8.3 gallons)

Warranty:
2 year warranty plus 1 year AA cover and an 8-year anti-corrosion warranty.

Options:
Standard Version
Race Tech package
Sports Tourer package

Flying Car

2007-06-19T23:34:00.000-07:00

General Motors - Sequal - Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car

2007-06-19T22:54:00.000-07:00

General Motors have manufactured new hydrogen fuel cell car...

Audi TT, Alpha Romeo Brera, Mazda RX8

2007-06-19T22:46:00.000-07:00

Atom vs CBR 600RR

2007-06-19T22:35:00.000-07:00

ATOM vs Honda CBR 600RR by TOP GEAR