Bugatti Veyron

Bugatti Veyron

The Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 is a mid-engined grand touring car, developed by German manufacturer Volkswagen Group, and produced by French marque Bugatti. It was first introduced in 2005.
The Super Sport version of the Veyron is the fastest street-legal production car in the world, with a top speed of 431 km/h (268 mph). The original version has a top speed of 408.47 km/h (253.81 mph). It was named Car of the Decade (2000–2009) by the BBC television programme Top Gear.

Based on the Bentley Hunaudières concept and built at Bugatti's HQ (Château Saint Jean in Molsheim, Alsace, France), the Veyron's chief designer was Hartmut Warkuss, and the exterior was designed by Jozef Kabaň of Volkswagen, with much of the engineering work being conducted under the guidance of engineering chief Wolfgang Schreiber. Although commissioned by Volkswagen, the Veyron is sold only through the Bugatti manufacturer channels and cannot be found at any Volkswagen dealer.
Its 252-mph top speed makes it the fastest production car in the world. With 1,001 horsepower pumping from its W16 engine, it's also the world's most powerful production car. And with a price tag of about $1.5 million, it's the world's most expensive new car. For the Bugatti Veyron 16.4, everything is a superlative.
The Veyron is named in honor of a French racecar driver who won the 1939 24 Hours of Le Mans in a Bugatti -- quite the honor. Although Monsieur Veyron's namesake arrived in the world for the 2006 model year, as many car enthusiasts know, its gestation was anything but smooth. A couple years after purchasing the rights to the Bugatti marque in 1998, Volkswagen's then-boss Ferdinand Piëch announced that a road-going sports car, the Veyron, would be in production and ready for sale by 2003. Oh, and of no small matter, it was promised to be the world's fastest road-going production car ever, topping even the iconic McLaren F1.
As it later turned out, Piëch might have been dreaming a little too big for his lederhosen. The target date came and went with no car. Early Bugatti Veyron prototypes weren't ready engineering-wise and subsequently suffered a number of embarrassing public delays and gaffes. Only with a major management shuffle at Bugatti and a refocused effort on engineering did the Veyron finally come on-line.

Bugatti has said that it will build just 300 Veyrons. (What it doesn't say, and is only rumored, is that each one will be a money-loser despite the car's not-so-insignificant price.) Due to this rarity, the Veyron will be seen by few people and driven by even fewer. For the rest of us, the car of ultimate superlatives lives solely through words, pictures and grainy Internet videos.
Current Bugatti Veyron 16.4
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is an exotic sports car. Without seeing one in person, it's a little hard to judge the car's size, but in terms of dimensions the Veyron is actually a little bit shorter in length than a Porsche 911. To help reduce weight, carbon fiber and aluminum have been extensively utilized for the car's bodywork and structure, though the Veyron still checks in at close to 4,500 pounds.
Assigned to the task of getting that mass up to speed is a quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W16 engine mounted amidships. (The Veyron's "16.4" refers to cylinder and turbocharger count.) In simplified terms, the engine's W layout could be described as being two Volkswagen narrow-angle V8s joined together. It's rated at 1,001 hp and 922 pound-feet of torque. To put that output into perspective, think of the Bugatti Veyron as having two Corvette Z06 engines.
Power is sent to all four wheels through an F1-style, seven-speed automated manual gearbox whose design is similar to that of VW's well-regarded DSG transmission. Thanks to all-wheel drive and massive wheels and tires, the Veyron is ferociously quick, with published reports indicating a 0-60-mph time of approximately 2.5 seconds and a quarter-mile time in the low 10-second range.

And when placed into a special top-speed mode that primes the car for minimum aerodynamic drag, the Veyron is indeed capable of 252 mph. Naturally, one might find it hard to locate a long enough straight to achieve this, so Bugatti kindly limits the Veyron's normal top speed to a "mere" 230 mph.
According to those who've had the pleasure of seat time, the Bugatti Veyron is a relatively easy car to drive. Handling, though not as visceral or engaging as other exotic sports cars, is still monumentally impressive. Meanwhile, the car coddles its occupants with leather upholstery and special aluminum trim, while interior measurements are in fact quite roomy. Outward forward visibility, however, is noticeably poor due to the car's very thick A-pillars.
Past Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Models
Since the Veyron's 2006 debut, there have been no major changes to the car. For 2007, however, Bugatti sold five Pur Sang Limited Edition Veyrons, which were unpainted to reveal the car's aluminum and carbon-fiber body panels.

Nissan GTR

Nissan GTR

The Nissan GT-R is a sports car produced by Nissan released in Japan on December 6, 2007, the United States on July 7, 2008, and the rest of the world in March 2009.

Concepts

Two concept vehicles were displayed at motor shows prior to the unveiling of the production model. The first concept was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001 to preview what a 21st century GT-R would look like. At the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan unveiled a redesigned concept, the GT-R Proto, stating that the production GT-R would be 80-90% based on this concept.

Specifications

2007-2010

The Nissan GT-R is powered by the VR38DETT engine, a 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in) DOHC V6 with plasma transferred wire arc sprayed bores. Two parallel Ishikawajima-Nek-Harima Heavy Industries (IHI) turbochargers provide forced induction. Production vehicles produce a manufacturer-claimed engine output of 485 PS (357 kW; 478 hp) at 6400 rpm and 434 lb·ft (588 N·m) at 3200-5200 rpm. The engine also meets California Air Resources Board Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standards. A curb weight of 1,730 kg (3,800 lb) or 1,736 kg (3,830 lb) with side curtain airbags is achieved using a jig welded steel chassis with aluminum used for the hood, trunk, and doors. A rear mounted six-speed BorgWarner designed dual clutch semi-automatic transmission built by Aichi Machine Industry is used in conjunction with the ATTESA E-TS system to provide power to all four wheels and along with Nissan's Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC-R) to aid in stability. Three shift modes  can also be selected for various conditions.

• Displacement: V6 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in)
• Horsepower: 485 PS (357 kW; 478 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 434 lb·ft (588 N·m)
• Redline: 7000 rpm
• Drivetrain: Premium Midship AWD
• Curb weight: estimated 3,820 lb (1,730 kg)*
• Top Speed: 190 mph (310 km/h)*
• Drag coefficient: 0.27*
• MSRP: US$80,790 to $84,060**

* manufacturer claimed

** 2011 model year for North America

2010-2011 (2011 model year, 2012 model year for North America)

• Horsepower: 530 PS (390 kW; 520 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 612 N·m (451 lbf·ft) at 3200-6200 rpm, (632 N·m (466 lbf·ft) with high-gear 'boost' on SpecV only)
• Drag coefficient: 0.26* (~10% improvement in downforce)*
• Top speed: 315 km/h (196 mph)
• MSRP: US$89,000 (Premium) or $95,000 (Black Edition)***

* manufacturer claimed

*** 2012 model year for North America

2012-present (2012 model year, 2013 model year for North America)

On November 7, 2011, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the launch of the 2012 model year Nissan GT-R, with major improvements including:

• Engine Type: Twin-turbocharged, DOHC 3.8-liter V6
• Horsepower : 404 kW (545 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 628 N·m (463 lbf·ft) at 3200-5800 rpm
• Drive Type: Front engine, four-wheel-drive
• Transmission Type: Six-speed dual-clutch automated manual
• Displacement (cc/cu-in): 3,839/234
• Redline (rpm): 7,000
• Brake Type (front): Two-piece, ventilated cross-drilled rotors, six-piston fixed calipers
• Brake Type (rear): Two-piece, ventilated cross-drilled rotors, four-piston fixed calipers
• Steering System: Speed-proportional, power rack-and-pinion power steering
• Suspension Type (front): Independent double wishbones, coil springs, driver-adjustable three-mode variable dampers, stabilizer bar
• Suspension Type (rear): Independent multilink, coil springs, driver-adjustable three-mode variable dampers, stabilizer bar
• Tire Size (front): P255/40ZRF20 97Y
• Tire Size (rear): P285/35ZRF20 100Y
• Tire Brand: Dunlop
• Tire Model: SP Sport Maxx GT 600
• Tire Type: Summer, asymmetrical
• Wheel size: 20-by-9.5 inches front, 20-by-10.5 inches rear
• Wheel material (front/rear): Forged aluminum alloy
• As tested Curb Weight (lb): 3,892 (55.0% front/45.0% rear)
• MSRP: $96,820 (Premium) - $106,320 (Black Edition)
• Advanced Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with three driver-selectable modes:

Normal – For daily driving. Controls brakes and engine output.
R-Mode – For ultimate performance. Adjusts front and rear wheel power distribution to enhance handling.
Off – Disengages the VDC system.

Performance

2012 model year, 2013 model year for North America

• Top speed: 321km/h (200mph) est.
• 0-60 mph time: 2.7 seconds
• 0-100 mph time: 6.7 seconds
• 60-130 mph time: 8.89 seconds
• 1/4 mile time: 10.87 seconds @ 201km/h (125 mph)
• 30-0 mph: 26 ft.
• 60-0 mph: 106 ft.

Aston Martin DB9

Aston Martin DB9

The Aston Martin DB9 is a GT sports car launched by Aston Martin in 2004.
The DB9 is the first model to be built at Aston Martin's Gaydon facility in Warwickshire, England. The moniker "DB" stems from the initials of David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin for a significant part of its history. The DB9, which was designed by Ian Callum and finished by his successor, Henrik Fisker, superseded the now-discontinued Aston Martin DB7 (also by Callum) which started production in 1994.

Overview

The Aston Martin DB9 comes in two variants; the coupé and 'Volante' convertible, each producing 470 bhp (350 kW; 477 PS) from a 6.0L V12 engine, originally taken from its sister car the V12 Vanquish. In fact, this V12 engine is why Aston Martin did not call the car the DB8, which could suggest that it has only a V8 engine. One report states that Aston Martin believed that this car was such a huge leap from the Jaguar XJ-S based DB7 that it named it DB9 instead of DB8, which they thought would indicate a gradual evolution. The Gaydon facility's production capacity for the DB9 could allow for approximately five thousand units per year, which is roughly the same production volume as other esteemed sports cars, in particular the Ferrari F430 and Porsche 911 Turbo. The DB9, however, is more often compared against other competitors in its segment: the Ian Callum designed Jaguar XKR, the Volkswagen-produced Bentley Continental GT, the ten-cylinder powered BMW M6, and the AMG variants of the Mercedes-Benz SL. Traditionally being a maker of more exclusive automobiles, CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez has stated that production numbers of the DB9 will be slightly higher than previous models.

The DB9 is the first Aston Martin model to be designed and developed on Ford's aluminium VH (vertical/horizontal) platform which also underpins Aston Martin's flagship DBS. The body structure is composed of aluminium and composites melded together by mechanically fixed self-piercing rivets and robotic assisted adhesive bonding techniques. The innovative bonded aluminium structure possesses more than double the torsional rigidity of its predecessor's, despite being 25 percent lighter. Aston Martin's engineers designed the quad-cam, 48-valve engine for the V12 Vanquish in collaboration with Ford's Research and Vehicle Technology team (RVT) and were able to reduce its weight by 11.8 kg (26 lb) for use in the DB9.

Specification

• Base Price: £111,000 Coupe; £124,000 Volante convertible
• Power: 350 kW (476 PS; 469 bhp) (469 hp) @ 6000 rpm
• Torque: 600 N·m (443 lbf·ft) @ 5000 rpm
• Weight: 1,760 kg (3,880 lb)
• 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h): 4.6 seconds
• 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 4.8 seconds
• Top Speed: 300 kph (186 mph)

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Chevy Camaro SS

Chevy Camaro SS

Back for its third model year since introduction in 2009, the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro retains its retro-themed yet modern take on the Camaro's heritage, with the addition of a hyper-powerful ZL1 variant in addition to the standard V-6 and SS models. Whether you choose the coupe or the convertible, the 2012 Camaro makes a strong style statement.

When the muscle car revival first struck with the return of the Camaro and Challenger, sales lit up like a wildfire--and haven't slowed much since. This year, the 3.6-liter V-6 variant once again gets a power increase from 312 to 323 horsepower, while the V-8 SS model holds steady at 426 horsepower. All new for 2012 is the Camaro ZL1, which adds a supercharger, more dramatic styling, more aggressive handling, and a total of 580 horsepower.

 

The aggressive, pure muscle-car look of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro doesn't come without its downsides, however. The low, sleek roofline means a shortage of headroom for taller drivers, and the high beltline makes it hard to see out of the car for shorter ones. The back seat is suitable only for children, and the trunk, despite the car's overall size, is diminutive. Ride quality, however, is very good overall despite the sporting overtones, and the cabin is quiet.

Beyond the look and the shortfalls in functionality and comfort, however, the 2012 Camaro is great at its main focus: performance. The base model, powered by the up-rated V-6, is pretty peppy, but the 6.2-liter V-8-powered SS model really brings the chassis to life, particularly when paired with the six-speed manual transmission. The automatic is no slouch, however, offering slick shifts and solid acceleration as well--all models of the 2012 Camaro SS hit 60 mph in about 4.5 seconds. The real star performer for 2012 is the ZL1, with 580 horsepower from a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8, magnetic ride suspension, and even more fearsome looks. Steering is direct, and the handling is crisp for a car of this weight class.

Even though performance is clearly given top billing with the 2012 Chevy Camaro, the common threads of all modern cars are still strong here: safety and convenience features abound. Six standard airbags, including side-curtain airbags that extend to the back seat, anti-lock brakes, dynamic stability control, and traction control are found in every new Camaro. Crash test ratings are solid, though perhaps not segment-leading: the NHTSA rates the Camaro at five stars for rollover protection, but due to changes in the way it tests front and side impact ratings, hasn't yet scored the 2012 model on other measures. The IIHS hasn't tested the Camaro.

Features are also ample, with OnStar navigation available; Bluetooth, USB, and iPod connectivity as options, and a new head-up display like the one found in the Corvette that debuted last year.

Zagato Coupe Concept

Zagato Coupe Concept

BMW has always been more aggressive with its roadsters' styling; check out the avant-garde 2003-08 BMW Z4 for an example. For folks who think the aggressive look of the current BMW Z4 is just too conventional, feast your eyes on the BMW Zagato Coupé Concept. Co-developed with automotive design consultancy Zagato, this one-off design could point toward a more radical-looking Z4 in the coming years.

The Zagato’s Automotive Coupe design concept to understand, it is more like the pursuit of speed, strong power and excellent aerodynamic design is essential. BMW’s classic sports car Z4 body outline extended to the concept car, the kidney grille with the new “Z” type grid, lights and engine hatch lines cleverly echoes the design of lines, including the side waistline add a lot of muscle sense.
BMW Zagato’s Automotive Coupe concept at the rear design is more exaggerated, the overall lines of upturned surface with special transparent panel, two-tailed row, 19-inch wheels with chrome-plated steel trim adds a lot of sporty.

Zagato’s Automotive Coupe interior structure and cash Z4, only to adjust the button layout of the control panel, door panels into more dynamic lines of the decorative embellishment, in addition to the leather seats have joined the Z “logo, plain black overall an atmosphere of sporty. 2012 BMW Zagato Coupe Concept power systems, the BMW official were not disclosed, only equipped with high-performance engine, transmission part is expected to match the seven-speed dual clutch transmission. The BMW Zagato Coupe isn’t the first time BMW has incorporated the hand of the Italians: in 1939 a coupe based on the BMW 328 was built to race in the Mille Miglia which it did successfully in 1940, the BMW 3200 Michelotti Vignale and BMW 700 in 1959, the BMW 3200 CS Bertone in 1962 and the BMW M1 in 1978.
Zagato took home the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Design Award in both 2010 and 2011.