Archive for May, 2011
Aston Martin V12 GT3 version for competitions
The British carmaker has renewed its line of high cylinder capacity vehicles for 2011 and part of 2012, spoke of a new edition of cars bound for competitions, this time the coach has been the Vantage Zagato Aston Martin V12 GT3, the fastest car that owns the brand now, fully admired not only for its unique aerodynamic but the power that lies beneath the hood.
It is believed that Vantage Zagato Aston Martin V12 GT3 may be registered in different competitions worldwide, but one of the most important is the international FIA GT3 championship, no doubt to be primarily a novelty on the track and beyond, is intended to have a lot of profit with the participation of this car in the races.
Motorization of a champion
Still need to see the performance of the Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato GT3 on the pavement but before that I would say that it is a machine with high mechanical attributes, on that account I can mention that under the hood lurks a twelve-cylinder engine in V can jointly issue a similar drive to 600 hp and 680 Nm of torque, all helped by a transmission made from carbon fiber.
Building Materials
At the time of the throttle you will realize that what you drive is lighter than it appears, this is due to the aluminum alloy and carbon fiber that was manufactured the entire chassis, and with it the Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato GT3 weighs only 1250 kilos, also includes ABS brakes and an initial cost for purchase of 338,000 euros.
Mercedes BLS and sounds stronger than ever
A few days ago you almost pass confirmed the future production of CLS Shooting Break. Billed as an authentic shooting brake very very sporty and air space, it was clear he would not come alone. At least in regard to the rumors…
… As from Germany, rumors get back to that point this time not to present a variant of the CLS, but something did not expect. Mercedes BLS and sounds stronger than ever, and it seems everything is clear…
While at first commented on the possibility that the BLS only come as a sedan, coupe space and reduced overall size, looks like it could do with another variant. Mercedes- Benz at hand the possibility of a future market BLS Shooting Break, and now I do, the Class B project sounds very attractive.
As such, there seems little doubt it. Shooting Break The BLS will result in a relative air coupe, smaller than its namesake of the CLS, and of course more accessible for the market.
The Audi A6 boasts aluminum structure
In the first seconds of promotional video that announces the main component of the new Audi A6, we see what appears to be a sponge completely malleable to the taste and hand, an aluminum color to the words that follow “Suppose you can get the metal do anything you want… ”
It just captured my attention and made my imagination with those words, more when I finished to see the 45 seconds of video that promotes the striking aluminum structure of the car.
Honda Civic Coupe EX for you
A few months ago the company Honda has been working on a new project, which comes out under the name Honda Civic EX Coupe, which main objective will occupy a privileged place in the auto market.
This new model features a 4-cylinder engine, 1.8 liters, 16 valves and can generate about 140 horsepower.
By decision of the experts of the company, this engine is mated to an automatic transmission 5-speed character. It also has front -wheel drive, improving acceleration.
On the consumption side, it established a range of consumption ranging between 28 miles to the city and 39 miles per gallon which is the highway.
As regards its external appearance, no change was evident, however modified aerodynamic structure, improving stability and performance.
Also added a suspension system that makes MacPhersons much more stable and allows better adapt to different surfaces.
With respect to the price that will be released, this will be $ 21.955 U.S. dollars, and that it is sufficiently equipped, without the need for additional changes.
But for those who feel the need to make, the company itself offers fully covered seats and leather steering wheel, a premium sound system AM/FM/CD/Satélite/MP3/WMA 350 watt with 6 speakers and a subwoofer, system internal bluetooth, steering wheel mounted controls, navigation system, among other important elements.