We’ve done several posts on the latest 911 Carrera body style (the 991) and we’re now drooling over the new Porsche 911 Turbo. Power from the twin-turbocharged 3.8 L 6 cylinder engine is plentiful – 520 hp for the Turbo and 560 hp for the Turbo S, allowing the S version to hit 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds. For years, the 911 has had a rear wing that deploys at high speed – but the latest turbo has a three stage active aerodynamic system, with an adjusting front spoiler and rear wing. The large air scoops behind the doors will also help the Turbo standout, and the car certainly does not disappoint the eyes.
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2013 Porsche 911 RSR
Porsche just revealed their newest racing car, the 2013 911 RSR. The RSR is built with the body of the newest 911 Carrera model (the 991) and it is incredibly awesome looking. While it maintains the classic 911 curves, the huge rear spoiler and agressive front air-intakes quickly remind you that this is a 460 hp track car. During this racing season, the Porsche 911 RSR will be sporting number 92 and piloted by Porsche works drivers Marc Lieb (Germany) and Richard Lietz (Austria). Go 92!
2014 Porsche 911 GT3
We’ve posted some pretty awesome vehicles this week including the 963 hp LaFerrari and the six-wheel Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6, but we couldn’t leave out the new 2014 Porsche 911 GT3. The Porsche 911 Carrera is already a dream car, but for those who dream a little bigger (and faster) behold the track hungry GT3. The 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 bumps it’s muscle up to 475 hp and the result is a 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds and top speed of 195 mph. Starting at $130k, the GT3 also stands apart with it’s agressive front intakes, 20-inch wheels and fixed rear wing.
LaFerrari
We had previously posted teaser pics of the new super Ferrari, which we thought would be called the Ferrari F70 or F150, but turns out it’s called “LaFerrari.” The Enzo successor is truly remarkable hybrid, packing 800 hp from it’s V12 engine and an additional 163 hp from an electric motor. The HY-KERS system that distributes the power from both engines is derived from F1 – and the performance the car is capable shows it. Ferrari claims 0-62 mph times of less than 3 seconds and a top speed “over” 217 mph. Scissor doors and an adaptive aerodynamic system shroud the chassis and power-plant with styling reminiscent of super Ferrari models of the past. It looks like only 499 will be made and there is more info on their microsite.
2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
When you’re comparing sports cars, you can talk about performance stats until you’re blue in the face – but at the end of the day, there are few cars as beautiful as an Aston Martin. The 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is no exception, and may be one of their prettiest cars yet. Don’t let its looks fool you, this thing also packs a 565 hp V12 with 457 lb-ft of torque, pushing it from 0-62 mph in 4.1 seconds. Passengers can reach the top speed of 183 mph while enjoying a luxury interior with hourglass stitching in the leather seats – making it, as Aston Martin put it, “The Ultimate Grand Tourer.” Only problem is, for the base price of $282k you could buy a Porsche Carrera S, Dodge Viper, and a Corvette Stingray – all of which will make the Vanquish sweat at the racetrack.
Vanquish interior…gotta love that stitching…
6-Speed Cufflinks
Need a new pair of cufflinks, but want something with a little flair? Check out these 6-Speed Cufflinks that display the gearshift pattern of a six-speed stick shift manual transmission. Still subtle enough to be worn formally, these rhodium plated cufflinks are a perfect gift for a well-dressed auto enthusiast.
Bugatti Galibier Concept
There aren’t a ton of details available for the Bugatti Galibier, but the 2009 concept vehicle is due to become a reality in late 2014 with limited units. This 4-door Bugatti hatchback has a similar aesthetic to a Porsche Panamera and is expected to have at least 1,000 hp and a top speed of 235 mph. Inside passengers are treated to top of the line luxury and as you can see in Bugatti’s promo video below – the timepiece on the Galibier’s dashboard also can be deployed and used as a wristwatch. No official word on the price yet, but expect to pay at least $1k per hp this monstrous sedan spits out.
2014 Corvette Stingray
While it’s easy for a sports car fan to pine for a pricey European ride such as a Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, or Aston Martin – it’s hard to find a better bang-for-your buck performance vehicle than a Corvette. The 2014 Corvette Stingray is looking pretty slick and will have Brembo brakes, available magnetic ride suspension and an estimated even dose of 450 horsepower and torque. The new Corvette Stingray will have the choice of a 7-speed rev match manual or a 6-speed automatic paddle shift transmission, and by the looks of the pictures it appears the 2014 Corvette Stingray has also received a very significant interior upgrade over previous Vettes.
not too shabby looking for a Chevy…
BMW i8 Concept
The BMW i8 concept car is powered by both an electric motor and a 220 hp 3-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine, which combined produce 354 hp. This futuristic roadster hits 0-60 mph in under five seconds and has a remarkable fuel efficiency of 104 mpg. There’s really no excuse with that gas mileage – but if you do run out of gas, it’ll still travel 20 miles on the electric engine before the battery drains. The i8 concept also features “laser lights” which are brighter, smaller, and more efficient than LEDs.
topless Spyder version…
futuristic cockpit…
