Automobiles Review

Author: Victor Ivanov

  • Nagel Dakkar Dartz Concept

    Nagel Dakkar Dartz ConceptHere is a nice look of the future vehicles – Nagel Dakkar Dartz Concept. The car is sketched by DARTZ stuff designer Alex Isaev and German designer Pochwatta.

    According to them:  “DARTZ-SAM will be favorite car in Your garage – as when you will wake up don’t knowing what’s your plans for today, you can easy jump in in DARTZ-SAM – you can go off-road, all-road, or any-road.”

    DARTZ-SAM sales plan on nearest years:

    2013 10 units

    2014 20 units

    2015 40 units

    2016 40 units

    2017 40 units

    Car price is planned  €250,000 – €300,000 for base model.

    Car Specifications:

    Engine

    8 cylinder AMG Mercedes V8 Bi-turbo

    Capacity 5.5L

    Performance 650 HP, 850 Nm (626 lb ft)

    Top speed 250 km/h

    Drive train

    Gearbox 7

    gear double clutch gearbox

    Clutch AP Racing

    Sinter metallic Differentials Sadev

    Body

    Titanium tubular frame chassis Base for all the vehicles

    Carbon Kevlar chassis Extremely light

    Dimensions

    Length 4620 mm (4-door / 4920mm)

    Width 2000 mm Height 1700 mm (250 mm clearance)

    Unloaded weight 1890 kgs / 1990 kgs

    Wheel base 2910 mm (4-door / 3210mm)

    Source: Dartz

  • BMW E46 M3 CSL by REIL Performance

    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    This project is completed thanks to the collaboration between REIL Performance and MR Car Design. Both companies will produce totally 1383 units of the limited edition BMW E46 M3 CSL, where the last three letters stand for, according to BMW, light weight construction of Coupe Sport.

    Doors and tailgates are made from a strong resistant carbon, which is also ultra-light contributing to the reduction of weight. The rear wing is originally from the Porsche GT3, side windows and rear window are made of Plexiglas.

    BMW M3 CSL is powered by a fantastic Inline six-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine delivering 360HP (265 kW) at 7900RPM and 370Nm (270 lb-ft) of torque at 4900RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. 0-100 km/h in less than 5 seconds and a top speed of 308 km/h (191 mph). ¼ mile in 13.0 seconds with 170 km/h (106 mph).

    The tuned M3 CSL rolls BBS Motorsport wheels fitted with Yokohama set of tires. The suspension comes from Bilstein granting perfect road behavior at all conditions. The brake system consists of 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston at the rear with brake discs from Porsche GT3.

    The E46 M3 CSL is shrouded in dark blue color of CFC foil as the base and the strips of the same origin are presented in Bright Blue Metallic and Cherry Red.

    Also in the interior REIL performance has nothing left to chance and installed a welded cage from company Cardiff.

    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL
    MR Car Design BMW E46 M3 CSL

    Source: REIL Performance

  • Porsche Cayman Alpha One by Alpha N Performance

    2012 Alpha N Performance Porsche Cayman Alpha OnePorsche Cayman Alpha One is one of the latest projects of Alpha N Performance tuning studio.

    The tuned vehicle comes with a lot of different performance packages as well as lightweight panels and materials. The overall weight of the vehicle ranges from 1280kg to just 1080kg, which is possible thanks to an entire carbon body. The power ranges from 300HP to whopping 800HP.

    The Cayman Alpha One also comes with complete aerodynamics package including restyled front and rear bumpers, a pair of side skirts and front and rear wheel arch extensions.

    It stands on OZ ultraleggera wheels fitted with low profile drag radial tires.

    2012 Alpha N Performance Porsche Cayman Alpha One

    Source: Alpha-N Performance

  • Ford F150 Raptor vs. Mars Rover Curiosity: The ultimate off-road faceoff

    Here is an interesting challenge between two of the most durable machines on the Earth… and Mars – Ford F150 Raptor and Mars Rover Curiosity.

    Ford F150 SVT Raptor is manufactured by Ford Motor Company and developed in Dearborn, Anza Borrego. Its dimensions are 220.6 inches in length, 86.3 inches in width and 78.5 inches in height. The payload is 1020 lbs and can carry up to 5 passengers.  The Raptor is covered by a 5-year / 60 000 miles warranty. The price of Ford F150 SVT Raptor is just $43 970.

    On the other hand the Mars Rover Curiosity is manufactured by Jet Propulsion Laboratory and developed in Greater Los Angeles. Its dimensions are 129.0 inches in length, 109.0 inches in width and 87 inches in height. The payload is just 88 lbs and carries no passengers, because there is no people… or aliens on Mars. This vehicle has just 2-year / 12,4 miles (20 km) warranty. The price is $2 500 000 000 ($2.5 billion) including program cost.

    Check out the full data and facts below!

    Ford F150 Raptop vs. Rover

    Source: Ford

  • 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible – US Price $60 445

    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 ConvertibleThe new 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible will be offered in the USA with a competitive starting price of just $60 445 including the $900 destination charge. This number is sensational, because you will get a super-powered sports drop-top vehicle at very good value.

    ZL1 Convertible is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 588 HP (432 kW) and 754 Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. This is an improvement of just 11 HP and 9 Nm over ZL1 Coupe. 0-60 mph in 4 seconds and a top speed of 296 km/h (184 mph).

    The suspension of the ZL1 convertible uses the third-generation of Magnetic Ride. New, twin-wire/dual-coil dampers at all four corners enable faster response, with damping levels now adjusted up to 1 000 times per second – about one adjustment per inch of vehicle travel at 60 mph – making the system exceptionally responsive to changing driving and road conditions.

    GM also reported that the 2013 Camaro 1LE is priced from just $37 035 including $900 destination charge.

    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible
    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible
    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible
    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible

    Source: Chevrolet

  • Mercedes G-Class refined Prior Design

    Prior Design has announced their tuning package for the new facelift of Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The luxurious off-road vehicle will get a complete styling package as well as some interior modifications.

    Outside Prior G-Class boasts a new front bumper with four fog lights and LED daylights beneath the headlights. The vehicle also comes with a ventilated hood and a roof-mounted air intake. Last, but not least, the tuning company has installed a new rear diffuser.

    The big vehicle rolls enormous 23” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

    The interior features a complete carbon fiber package.

    Nothing is mentioned about performance packages, but probably some will be available.

    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class
    Prior Design Mercedes G-Class

    Source: Prior Design

  • PUR Design Lexus LFA – the aggressive beauty

    PUR Design has released their tuning package for one of the fastest cars in the world – Lexus LFA. The hyper car is now even more stunning and aggressive. It comes with complete aerodynamics package, but without any performance mods, which are not needed.

    The LFA is powered by a 4.8 liter naturally aspirated V10 engine equipped with dual VVT-I. It has 560HP (412 kW) at 8700RPM and 480Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque at 6800RPM. The red line is at whopping 9500RPM. The engine has forged aluminum pistons, forged titanium connecting rods, and solid titanium valves.

    The curb weight of the vehicle is just 1 480kg (3 263 lbs), so the performance is sensational. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 326 km/h (203 mph). Power-to-weight ratio is 2,64kg / hp. The more interesting 0-200 km/h discipline is covered in 11.4 seconds and ¼ mile in 11.6 seconds with 201 km/h (125 mph) terminal speed.

    The Nürburgring Package LFA was tested at the Nürburgring in June 2011. Driven by Akira Iida, the LFA set a time of 7:22.85.

    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA
    PUR Design Lexus LFA

    Source: PUR Design

  • NLC Porsche Panamera GP – 970

    NLC has revealed their latest tuning package based on Porsche Panamera. The name of the project is Concept GP-970. The tuning company aims to create new more aggressive design and overall stance of the mighty Gran Toruismo.

    The aerodynamics package includes a new front bumper, bonnet, side skirts, roof spoiler and rear bumper. Everything is made from lightweight carbon fiber guaranteeing perfect quality and strength. Of course, all parts are also available individually.

    The sound is a sport exhaust system featuring cat back with throttle control in black or polished rounded.

    The car rolls enormous 9.5J x 22” wheels at the front fitted with 265/30 ZR22 tires and 11J x 22” with 315/25 ZR22 at the rear axle. The rims are custom manufactured by NLC.

    The parts are available for all Panamera models from 2009, for the hybrid, diesel, and S models.

    Later, packages for the Turbo and the GTS models will be also available.

    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970
    NLC Porsche Panamera GP-970

    Source: NLC

  • Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo

    The MH1 S BiTurbo is the latest project of Manhart Racing. It is based on BMW 1-Series ///M.

    The engine is a 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged in-line six with 415HP (305 kW), which means that the small BMW will be faster than the current M3 and Porsche 997 Carrera GTS. The result is thanks to new sports exhaust system including stainless steel mufflers and an ECU re-map.

    The new exhaust system not only provides more horsepower, but a nice deeper and aggressive sound.

    Manhart Racing also has installed a specially tuned coilover suspension and a Manhart beautiful Concave One set of rims – 9J x 20” at the front and 10.5J x 20” at the rear fitted with 245 and 295 Conntinental Contact5 sports tires.

    The exterior gets a new handmade Carbon fiber front splitter, a new rear diffuser also made from carbon fiber. The last touch is a pair of new mirrors.

    The interior boats performance front seats in Alcantara finished with red stitching.

    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo
    Manhart Racing BMW MH1 S BiTurbo

    Source: Manhart Racing

  • VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport riding on 24″ Monoblocks

    VellanoWheels has announced their project – Range Rover Sport riding on 24” Forged monoblock wheels fitted with ultra-low profile tires.

    The vehicle is prepared by MC Customs and boasts nice white paint and a complete aerodynamics package including new front and rear bumpers as well as a pair of side skirts. The car also has a new rear diffuser housing sports exhaust system.

    The big SUV rolls enormous 10J x 24” Vellano – VM03 wheels fitted with Toyo Proxes ST II – 295/30 ZR24.

    The most powerful Range Rover Sport has a supercharged 5.0 liter V8 sourced by Jaguar. It develops 510HP (380 kW) and 625Nm (461 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (140 mph). The average fuel consumption is 14.9 litres per 100 km and 348 g/km of CO2.

    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport
    VellanoWheels Range Rover Sport

    Source: VellanoWheels

  • ABT AS7 based on Audi S7

    ABT Sportsline has introduced their latest tuning package, which is for the S7 Sportsback. The luxurious four-door car comes with more power, better stance and nice wheels completing the aggressive exterior.

    The 4.0 liter twin-turbocharged TFSI engine now produces 520HP (382 kW) and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque, instead of factory’s 420HP (309 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft). This is an improvement of 100HP and 100Nm. The result is thanks to a number of upgrades including a new sports exhaust system, cold air intake and an ECU re-map. The top speed is 290 km/h (180 mph), again electronically limited.

    The exterior boasts a set of new enormous 21” alloy wheels fitted with ultra-low profile tires. The stance is improved thanks to a set of sports springs and if the car is equipped with air suspension, ABT offer a special setting called Abt Level Control.

    Abt Audi AS7
    Abt Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7
    ABT Audi AS7

    Source: ABT

  • 2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport [leak image]

    Here are the first two pictures of the 2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport. The car will make its official debut at a special event in San Francisco on Monday, July 30.

    The car comes with new headlights, a modified front grille and larger air vents feeding cold air for the huge engine. It will be a 4.6 liter V8 with 385 HP (283 kW) and a hybrid model will be also available – 5.0 liter V8 with 444HP (327 kW) and an electric motor. The model range includes LS 460, LS 460 L, LS 600h L and the all-new LS 460 F SPORT.

    The exterior of the new 2013 Lexus LS also features tinted taillights and a dual exhaust system.

    The aerodynamics package includes aggressive front and rear bumper, a pair of side skirts and a rear diffuser.

    2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport
    2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport
    2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport
    2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport

    Source: Carscoop