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2013 Dodge SRT Viper GTS-R Wallpaper
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Dodge SRT Viper GTS-R 2013
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Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am has been given its track baptism at the Fiorano circuit. The car has been developed in conjunction with Michelotto Automobili, based on the GT3 version of the V8 Ferrari berlinetta, with the aim of racing in the famous North American series.
The 458 Grand Am is built to match the American regulations and is therefore different to the European car, especially in that it develops 500 horsepower and has less efficient aerodynamics than the GT version. It is also fitted with a 48 mm restrictor and maximum revs are 8000. Significant modifications have been made to the braking system, as the car has neither ABS nor traction control.
Other differences to the GT3 include the roll-over bar which gives greater lateral protection to increase safety in a series in which collisions are rather more frequent. The car is fitted with tyres from Continental, the sole supplier to the series, featuring a very hard compound, again to conform to the series regulations.
On its shakedown, The 458 Italian Grand Am completed a good number of trouble-free laps, 45 to be precise in the hands of Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo, as they took turns at the wheel.
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Nissan just introduced its new race car concept car that is Leaf Nismo RC (Racing Competition) at New York Auto Show. Its special weighs just 2,068 pounds – around 40 percent lighter Nissan Leaf added by Nissan. The Nismo RC starting line packing 107 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque, and its lithium-ion pack can reach an 80 percent charge state in just 30 minutes. Still, if the Leaf is ever to be raced, we're thinking that some sort of swappable battery solution will have to be developed; otherwise pit stops are going to be rather leisurely.
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The Soleil Anadi, a luxury Corvette, makes its world premiere today at the 2011 Top Marques car show in Monaco. The Soeil Anadi is based on the Corvette ZR-1, which is designed by Ugur Sahin Design based in the Netherlands.
The Anadi features a detachable roof and new sheetmetal to make it looks like an Italian supercar. As for the interior, it has also been fully customized to coach standard as well.
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Aston Martin is only going to produce 77 units of the One-77 and Aston Martin has reportedly already sold 60 of the limited edition supercars. With a price tag of $1.87 million, the Aston Martin is not having a hard time finding buyers for the 750-hp coupe.
What's interesting is that most buyers are also opting for the Toyota IQ-based Aston Martin Cygnet, in the same color as their One-77. Aston Martin claims that most One-77 owners have already committed to buying the Cygnet or have shown serious interest in the small car. When you're already paying almost $2 million for the One-77, why not just get everything...Aston Martin One-77 Photo
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Nissan unveiled the refreshed 2012 Nissan GT-R at the LA Auto Show last month. Although Nissan announced that the 2012 GT-R would put out 530 horsepower and 480 lb-ft. of torque, Nissan didn't announce its official 0-60 mph or 0-62 mph times.
Nissan has announced that the 2012 GT-R reaches 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 3.0 seconds and 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds. Nissan recently held a media event at the Sendai Hi-land Race Way on November 12th, Friday and 13th, Saturday. On both days the GT-R reached 0-100 km/h in 3.0 seconds.2012 Nissan GT-R Image
2012 Nissan GT-R Wallpaper
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Porsche would unveil a new Cayman at the LA Auto Show – Porsche Cayman R, is 121 lb lighter and has ten more horses than the Cayman S. It’s the perfect Cayman for those who think it needed just a touch more power and a touch less weight. The name pays tribute to the first Porsche with the “R” designation, the 911 R of 1967. It will go on sale in February 2011, at a price of $66,300.
With the new Cayman R, Porsche also focused on reducing the car’s weight. For that the company used only lightweight components and renounced to any convenience equipment. There is also a new set 19 inch light wheels. The result is a total weight of 2855 lb and a power-to-weight ration of 8.6 lb per horsepower.
The Porsche Cayman R is powered by a tuned-up 3.4 liter six-cylinder engine, develops an impress
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HS Motorsport has announced its Audi A1 1.4 TSI-based project, featuring a styling update and extra power, made in cooperation with Autohaus Kempen and other partners.
The first thing that catches the eye is the silver finish executed by the CFC Styling Station in Neuss.
The Motorsport version features a Fox Sport exhaust System and an ECU upgrade raising the output with 25 hp and 50 Nm of torque, summing up to 147 hp and 250 Nm of torque.
The wheels are 8.5 x 18 inch ASA GT2 alloy with 215/35R18 tires and a suspension system lowering the ride height by 55 mm at the front axle and 60 mm at the rear. The HS Motorsport Audi also features Brembo brakes.
The upgrade also sports new rear bumpers for the tailpipes, Recaro lightweight bucket seats made out of carbon
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Gillet Vertigo.5 Spirit is a new supercar manufactured by the Belgian company Gillet Automobiles. it is a race car built for the street by Belgian racing driver Tony Gillet.
The Gillet Vertigo.5 Spirit measures 3960mm in length, 2010mm in width, 1115mm in height and has a 2340mm wheelbase. The front suspension of the Gillet Vertigo.5 Spirit features a 2 superposed wishbones, push-rod with shock-absorbers and springs, while the rear one has 2 superposed wishbones. It is fitted with 4 piston brake calipers and 330mm ventilated discs on the front and 300 mm ventilated discs on the rear.
The Gillet Vertigo.5 Spirit is powered by a 4.0-liter V-6 engine based on an Alfa Romeo design, the new Vertigo.5 Spirit picks up a 4.2-liter Maserati engine complete with dry sump lubrication and an available 42
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