Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Kamm BMW 328 Coupe
It has opened a Pandora's box! BMW resurrect a piece of the story: The exclusive 328 Kamm coupe, part of the winners of the Mille Miglia 1940. With a classic model in the '40 Mille Miglia celebrates his resurrection. In short, a gem. One in whose reconstruction has worked three years. The score at the Mille Miglia in 1940 was a resounding success. Five cars were involved: three 328 roadster, a coupe version of the miracle of aerodynamics and German Touring Carozzeria - 328 Coupe Kamm, whose result was completely lost in 1953. After an unfortunate accident, the car was taken for scrap. They left behind only photos and memories, so it was not an easy job for the BMW engineers and designers to rebuild the model. And anyway, but even full-size! And for the party to be complete, the car will participate in the 2010 season Klass rally in Berlin.
Lexus CT 200h
CT 200h 2010 Lexus Geneva. The first Lexus hatchback, CT 200h Lexus model, which will cross swords with the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series has been exposed to the world now officially less formal after exposure. CT 200h 2010 Lexus Geneva . CT Lexus 200h, Lexus surprise in Geneva in 2010, there is already a surprise for it was originally given away for a brochure in which the model presented in all its glory and now even Lexus is officially introduced, quite succinctly. Derived from the LF-Ch concept, this model seems to retain an original prototype character, but from certain angles without somehow Toyota Auris. Compared to the hatchback May populist Lexus CT200h elevation is 4,320 mm in length, is longer by approx ,80 mm, but is considerably shorter than the Toyota Prius (140 mm). Compared with the main models that will rival, Lexus hatch is more "corpulent" having a width of 1,765 mm. and a height of 1430 has a wheelbase hatchback mm.For even considerably, 2.600 mm, which would translate into a spacious cabin. The boot has a volume of 345 liters is quite generous for a compact premium. The interior is quite austere, classical details, even if I may say so, those wanting to make a Lexus model typical female spouses of Lexus owners. The dashboard has an asymmetrical design is proportioned over two floors, the top LCD display and the bottom selector gearbox and Lexus Remote Touch interface, located on the driver. Speaking of Lexus hybrid propulsion system, first violin was 1.8 VVT-i engine and an electric power mate. Power is not specified exactly, but in the booklet states that this model will have three operating modes: Eco, Normal and Sport and will prove that hybrids can be athletes. The transmission will be a continuous variable, called E-CVT. A European premiere for Lexus range and the introduction of the first platform is FWD (front wheel drive), which might go down a smaller SUV. The launch will be registered in Geneva in 2010, Lexus opportunity to retain details of this dynamic model, yet having embargoed dynamic figures of the first Lexus hatchback.
Audi Sports Car RS5
The Audi RS5 made its world debut last month at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and come complete with an uprated version of the 4.2-liter FSI V-8 from the RS4. The latest iteration of the sweet engine delivers 450 horsepower at 8,250 rpm and, between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm, transmits a maximum of 317.15 pound-feet of torque.
Audi RS5
The mighty engine is matched to a seven-speed S tronic dual clutch gearbox and a new center differential in the standard quattro all-wheel drive system. Together, the powertrain propels the coupe’s 3,803 pound kerb weight from 0-62 mph in 4.6 seconds and sees it reach a top speed of 174 mph.
Despite the performance, the new RS5 has relatively good--for a performance car--fuel economy of 21.8 mpg for the European combined cycle.
Developed by quattro GmbH, the RS models comprise the dynamic spearhead of Audi's model range. The Audi RS5 is the latest torchbearer in a tradition dating back over 15 years to the RS2 Avant: superior handling in the mid-size class. A close relative of the V10 which powers the high-performance Audi R8 sports car, the high-revving V8 engine delivers its output from a displacement of 4,163 cm3. Like nearly every Audi gasoline engine, this one also operates via direct fuel injection known by the abbreviation FSI. This same technology has propelled the Audi R8 racing car to four triumphs at the classic endurance race in Le Mans. The common-rail system generates up to 120 bars of pressure.
Intensive fine-tuning of the dual-branch intake and exhaust system allows the undersquare engine to breathe freely; four adjustable camshafts and tumble flaps in the intake manifold facilitate mixture formation. The 4.2 FSI provides imposing torque and is right at home even at high revs - almost like a race engine. The engine delivers 331 kW (450 hp) at 8,250 rpm and - between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm - transmits a maximum of 430 Nm (317.15 lb-ft) of torque.
The vigorous strength, the spontaneous responsiveness, the joyful high-revving, and the throaty, sonorous music: this V8 produced by hand at Audi stunningly combines the essence of power and emotion. The 4.2 FSI propels the coupé's 1,725 kilograms (3,802.97 pounds) in 4.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62.14 mph) to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph). Audi can increase that to 280 km/h (173.98 mph) upon request.
The RS 5 will ride on a lowered and stiffened suspension, and it most certainly will have a torque-vectoring rear differential similar to that which we recently sampled in the 2010 S5 cabriolet. Also look for an RS-specific calibration of the Audi Drive Select system that allows the driver to tailor steering effect, damping qualities, and transmission/throttle response to his or her tastes. We expect the RS 5 to make abundant use of lightweight materials such as aluminum, magnesium, and probably a conspicuous sprinkling of carbon fiber, á la BMW M3 coupe, as part of its ambitious plan to begin reducing vehicle mass across its model lineup and particularly among its performance cars.
A carbon design package is available for the engine compartment and, for the vehicle body, there are styling packages in black or matt aluminum look, including for the exhaust system, which can be fitted with black tailpipes. The new RS5 is scheduled to go on sale in Europe this July and previous spy shots of prototypes testing in the U.S. suggest the car will also be in local showrooms.
ALPINA B7 BMW luxury Sport Sedan
ALPINA B7 BMW luxury Sport Sedan
Yielding exquisite levels of power and torque from the twin-turbocharged 4.4 liter V8, and in conjunction with the electronically-adjustable suspension with active roll stabilization, the new B7 promises to offer a spectrum of driving experiences so broad as to be unheard of in this class of automobiles. The evolution of the traditional 20-spoke 21” ALPINA CLASSIC wheels underline the fresh design language found throughout the B7 and impart it a distinctive appearance and powerful stance.
ALPINA – a name famous in Europe and the wider world for putting a particular performance accent on BMWs, though not yet so well-known in North America. BMW – a name famous all over the world for motor vehicles of performance, quality, luxury and safety.
The two companies, both at home in the German state of Bavaria, have a long history of working together to produce special BMW automobiles. Burkard Bovensiepen, son of the founder of ALPINA Business Machines and an enthusastic racing driver/engineer, began his automotive career path in 1961 by developing a dual-carburetor setup for the just-introduced BMW 1500 sedan. It was a predictive beginning: to take an already fine-performing BMW (which also just happened to be a practical sedan) and making it perform even better.
ALPINA B7 BMW luxury Sport Sedan
By 1964, BMW had officially recognized ALPINA’s contribution to BMW performance. Not long thereafter, Burkard Bovensiepen founded the ALPINA company – ALPINA Burkard Bovensiepen KG – that continues today, creating special versions of BMW automobiles that offer a particular brand of performance for discriminating auto enthusiasts. Yet outside the circle of dedicated BMW enthusiasts, ALPINA has kept a low profile in North America. In addition to racing versions of BMWs, ALPINA has developed a progression of BMW-based cars based on 3, 5, 6, 8, Z4 and Z8 models and offered them on a limited-production basis. ALPINA is located in the small Bavarian city of Buchloe, some 50 miles southwest of Munich, BMW’s headquarters city and the capital of Bavaria.
ALPINA B7 BMW luxury Sport Sedan
The B7 is the newest manifestation of the unique BMW-ALPINA synergy – once again based on the BMW 7 Series luxury sedan. Currently, BMW offers ultra-performance models of its 3, 5, 6, X5 and X6 Series developed by BMW M, BMW’s own performance subsidiary. For an ultra-performance version of the 7 Series – a vehicle defined by luxury and generous interior space – something other than “M” performance character was called for. In recent models, ALPINA has concentrated on delivering very high levels of performance with moderate rpm ranges and automatic transmission. Most appropriately, the new BMW ALPINA B7 applies this philosophy to the newest 7 Series to produce a luxury sedan of stunning performance. “A 7 Series Beyond,” one might say.
Ferrari Car
In the automotive industry it is very difficult to establish a delicate balance between how exclusive the car is, producing enough of the these elusive vehicles to create a demand and profit while still holding back enough that even the people who can afford it can not purchase these exotic beasts on a whim. No other company has managed to achieve this delicate balance as successfully as Ferrari.
In general for any of the exclusive Ferrari models the waiting list is approximately 2 years. Ferrari also uses a centralized system that enables both the company and its dealers to place individuals who have already purchased a Ferrari higher on the list.
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