Porsche Carrera GT
This Porsche is not new but I'm only using this platform as an excuse to write up some stuff and look at more pictures of it on the web. The Carrera GT has undoubtedly carved its spot that league of supercars that will forever and always be coveted. Think of the Lamborghini Countach, the Ferrari F40 and the GT is a natural fit. With a 605 hp 5.7L V10 and performance numbers like 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.5 seconds, 0-100 mph (160 km/h) in 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph, how could it not be?
BMW 335is
Reviving an old name is sometimes tricky as fans of the original can easily get offended if the carmaker doesn't get it right. In the case of the BMW “is” and its revival, the Bavarians nailed it. Featuring a 320 hp 3.0L turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine, the new 335is is very much a performance coupe or convertible with a little something extra over the regular 335i. Extra niceties for the car include specific aerodynamic body pieces for better airflow and to promote improved cooling. Also is a free-flowing sport exhaust system tuned for a more satisfying rumble.
Bentley Continental GTC SuperSports
Bentley and speed have long since been associated with each other. In SuperSports guise, that statement could not be truer. With 621 hp coming from its twin-turbocharged 6.0L W12 engine, this mammoth 5,000 + pounder charges to 60 mph (97 km/h) in only 3.9 seconds and will reach 202 mph (325 km/h). Actually, SuperSports stands for weight reduction (about 200 lb) and enhanced performance. All this at a price tag of about $400,000 and you get performance and exclusivity.
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| Photo: Philippe Champoux/Auto123.com |
This Porsche is not new but I'm only using this platform as an excuse to write up some stuff and look at more pictures of it on the web. The Carrera GT has undoubtedly carved its spot that league of supercars that will forever and always be coveted. Think of the Lamborghini Countach, the Ferrari F40 and the GT is a natural fit. With a 605 hp 5.7L V10 and performance numbers like 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.5 seconds, 0-100 mph (160 km/h) in 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph, how could it not be?
BMW 335is
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| Photo: Philippe Champoux/Auto123.com |
Reviving an old name is sometimes tricky as fans of the original can easily get offended if the carmaker doesn't get it right. In the case of the BMW “is” and its revival, the Bavarians nailed it. Featuring a 320 hp 3.0L turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine, the new 335is is very much a performance coupe or convertible with a little something extra over the regular 335i. Extra niceties for the car include specific aerodynamic body pieces for better airflow and to promote improved cooling. Also is a free-flowing sport exhaust system tuned for a more satisfying rumble.
Bentley Continental GTC SuperSports
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| Photo: Philippe Champoux/Auto123.com |
Bentley and speed have long since been associated with each other. In SuperSports guise, that statement could not be truer. With 621 hp coming from its twin-turbocharged 6.0L W12 engine, this mammoth 5,000 + pounder charges to 60 mph (97 km/h) in only 3.9 seconds and will reach 202 mph (325 km/h). Actually, SuperSports stands for weight reduction (about 200 lb) and enhanced performance. All this at a price tag of about $400,000 and you get performance and exclusivity.