Saturday, July 12, 2008

Mercedes-Benz SLR




The Mercedes SLR is one car not in need of an upgrade but that hasn’t stopped the guys at Brabus from increasing the car’s performance to the level of the world’s top supercars. To minimize lift on the front axle, designers developed a front spoiler that attaches to the production bumper. The spoiler is made from exposed carbon fiber and its shape was fine-tuned in the wind tunnel. A corresponding rear diffuser made from exposed carbon fiber can be added as an option.

The car sits on Brabus Monoblock VI 20in wheels featuring a six double spoke design. The wheels are wrapped with either Pirelli or Yokohama tires, measuring between 255 and 305mm.

The power tuning for the supercharged 5.5L engine consists of special camshafts, a fuel cooling system and a high-performance exhaust. Power output of the V8 compressor engine increases by 24hp (18 kW) to 650hp (478kW) at 6,500rpm.

Brabus also offers a special clutch-type limited-slip differential with a locking rate of 40%. The tuned roadster sprints to 100km/h in just 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 337km/h.

Inside, designers add custom leather trim, a flat-bottom sports steering wheel with integrated buttons for gear shifts. Brabus also offers carbon trim for the dashboard, center console and door trim.


Nissan Skyline GT-R












The Nissan Skyline is an intermediate-size automobile, which is originally manufactured in Japan before being exported to other countries. It is sold as either a coupe or sedan style automobile and has been produced, in various models, since the 1950s. In 2008, the next generation of Nissan Skyline GT-R automobiles may be sold in the United States. Until that time, these luxury style sports cars can be converted to local standards by various manufacturers who agree to sale the automobiles. Only time will tell what the Nissan Skyline has in store but, with its rich racing history, you can bet they will race out of stock.

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Audi S5 tuned





Audi tuned up the S5 and installed some of the highest quality chassis parts and powertrain systems. The sports coupe comes with a specially tuned sports suspension and high-performance brakes to provide improved vehicle handling and driving dynamics. The special high-performance brakes with their black painted brake calipers ensure precise deceleration. For challenging drivers who have starving needs for speed, they can fully deactivate the Audi S5's electronic stabilisation program (ESP) and explore the sports coupe's full driving potential.

In terms of performance of a sports coupe, the Audi S5 is equipped with a monstrous V8 FSI 8-cylinder engine with an impressive and powerful output delivering 354 hp (260 kW) and produces 295 lb.-ft. (400 Nm) amount of peak torque at 3,500 rpm. With this V8 FSI engine, the Audi S5 is capable of accelerating from zero to 62 mph in a mere 5.1 seconds. Audi has also included some of the high-end powertrain technology for the V8 engine to boost the Audi S5's performance. The engine comes with a standard FSI direct injection technology with high compression and optimum fuel mixture formation.

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BMW 5 Series





When BMW took the time to experiment and combine new ideas and new technologies into one medium sized executive/luxury car the result was the BMW 5 Series. For 2008 the luxury 5 Series car is redesigned inside and out and is fitted with a new 6-cylinder motor. The options of diesel and a V8 engine are also available.

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Mercedes AMG 6.0 V12 Biturbo




The new CL65 is powered by an AMG 6.0 Liter V12 biturbo engine likened to those employed to the S65 AMG and SL65 AMG twelve-cylinder models. The AMG 6.0 Liter V12 biturbo engine delivers a maximum output of 450 kW/612 hp with a maximum torque of 1000 Newton meters which are reflected in its outstanding performance data that states that the CL65 AMG can reach 100km/h in 4.4 seconds and reaches the 200km/h in a matter of 13.3 seconds. The maximum speed that it can reach is 250 km/h but still electronically limited.

The standard features that are included in the CL65 are the following: an AMG body styling, 20-inch AMG forged wheels, unique AMG interior and highly advanced technology such as the AMG sports suspension, based on the Active Body Control System and the anticipatory occupant protection system PRE-SAFE®.

Also included in the CL65 is the AMG high-performance brake system with new double-frame sliding calipers that provide maximum deceleration without fading. And in times when emergency braking is required from 100km/h, the CL65 AMG comes to a standstill at 35.6 meters which represents a maximum deceleration of 11.1m/s2. And since it’s created by Benz it will also come equipped with top-of-the-line Mercedes auto components such as the Mercedes starter.

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Cadillac STS




The Cadillac STS is a luxury sedan or a luxury sports sedan. It sports four doors and has the capacity to take in a maximum of five passengers in its luxurious cabin. It has been made available in two trims which comprise of the V6 and the V8. Made standard for both trim levels is a five speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

This vehicle has been designed, crafted, engineered, and executed so as to deliver precision craftsmanship, a splendid performance as well as deliver the sophistication and luxury plus quality that only a Cadillac could bring. And once a person gets to look at it, he would be able to say that indeed the Cadillac STS is a distinct American package. The Sigma architecture that is used in this vehicle is also the very same base and foundation for the Cadillac CTS sedan, the Cadillac CTS V-series sedan, and the SRX luxury performance utility vehicle.

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