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Acabion GTBO 70 2007-08-13 18:40:00 Topspeed 342 M/H or 550 km/h with the power control of 55%, 120 M/H with 180 M/H in 6 seconds. One does it have to indicate more? A thing can be right: To 110 M/H not a third of carbon dioxide of a diesel of corolla of Toyota. It is high time to change perception. To be prepared for the fundamental changes of the paradigms of mobility. To be prepared for Acabion.Italian design by Acabion Maranello, British racing and engine competence, German automotive expertise by Acabion Stuttgart, solid US dragster and racing components in a hightech Hamamatsu originating engine, Swiss manufacturing precision by Acabion Lucerne, Kaizen and lean production expertise by MIKOVA Systems Lucerne, Formula-1 and avionic production standards, three years to build one vehicle in our Lucerne plant. Total GTBO production volume 2007 to 2011 is limited to 26 vehicles.A specific power above 1500 hp/ton guarantees topspeeds way above 600 km/h (governor limit 550 km/h for road use ) and accelerations of 200 to 30
AC Cobra Mk I 260 2007-08-13 18:33:00 While racing in Europe and North and South America throughout the 1950s, Caroll Shelby cherished one dream; building the world's fastest sportscar. By 1956 he had already come up with a name for his car, it would be named Cobra
. Soon after his 1959 24 Hours of LeMans victory for Aston Martin, Shelby was struck by heart problems. Reluctant to do so, he was forced to give up motor racing as a driver. This did give him time to make his dream come true.Early in the 1950s John Tojeiro designed small sportscar, which was sold under the AC Ace name. Installed in the simple but effective tubular chassis was the Bristol 2 litre six cylinder engine. This unit was derived from BMW's 328 engine and its design dates back to 1919. Its lightweight chassis and body, and effective engine made the Ace a moderately successful racer. When Bristol announced that the 2 litre engine would be phased out, AC was left without an engine to power the Ace. Previous attempts to install other engines, like America
AC Cobra Daytona Coupe 2007-08-13 18:28:00 Although the World Championship was lost by the smallest of margins to Ferrari in 1964, the CobraDaytonaCoupe
proved to be up to the task. When Ferrari failed to construct a legal replacement for the 250 GTO, the road was cleared for Shelby in 1965. Of the eleven races, the Daytona won eight. Today the Daytona is best remembered for the two consecutive GT class victories in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in '64 and '65. At the end of the 1965 season rule changes left the Cobras pretty much obsolete for racing. In these four seasons, the Cobra built up an impressive racing record on both sides of the Atlantic.Only six examples of the Daytona Coupe were constructed, making it one of the most sought after vehicles in the world today. Two Daytonas are on display in the Shelby American Collection museum in Boulder, Colorado, USA, the featured CSX 2299 is one of them. In its two year racing career four GT class wins were recorded, including the 1964 Le Mans victory with Dan Gurney and Bob Bondu
AC Cobra 302 CRS 2007-08-13 18:23:00 The AC 302 CRS shares the chassis and powertrain of the AC 302 MKIV. Significant weight savings have been made possible by the use of an advanced specification carbon-fibre body. Despite this hi-tech material, the craftsman's approach to fit and finish employed on the aluminium AC's still remains. The CRS features a 5.0L V8 fuel injected engine. This develops 225 bhp@4200 rpm which delivers a power-to-weight ratio of 211 bhp/ton. Performance is electrifying with 0-60 mph reached in well under 51/2 seconds. This AC uses independent front and rear suspension, rack and pinion steering and disc brakes all round (4-pot racing brakes and ventilated disks at the front).General specificationsCountry of origin Great BritainYear of introduction 1998Numbers built N/ABody design N/AWeight 1050 kilo / 2314.9 lbsDrivetrainEngine 90º V 8Engine Location Front , longitudinally mountedDisplacement 4.942 liter / 301.6 cu inValvetrain 2 valves / cylinder, OHVFuel feed Multi point Fuel injecti Read more:Cobra
AC Cobra 289 FIA 2007-08-13 18:17:00 While racing in Europe and North and South America throughout the 1950s, Caroll Shelby cherished one dream; building the world's fastest sportscar. By 1956 he had already come up with a name for his car, it would be named Cobra
. Soon after his 1959 24 Hours of LeMans victory for Aston Martin, Shelby was struck by heart problems. Reluctant to do so, he was forced to give up motor racing as a driver. This did give him time to make his dream come true.Early in the 1950s John Tojeiro designed small sportscar, which was sold under the AC Ace name. Installed in the simple but effective tubular chassis was the Bristol 2 litre six cylinder engine. This unit was derived from BMW's 328 engine and its design dates back to 1919. Its lightweight chassis and body, and effective engine made the Ace a moderately successful racer. When Bristol announced that the 2 litre engine would be phased out, AC was left without an engine to power the Ace. Previous attempts to install other engines, like America
AC Cobra 427 Competition 2007-08-13 18:06:00 While packing in Europe and north and South America throughout the Fifties, Caroll Shelby liked a dream; construction of the fastest sportscar of the world. From here 1956 when it had already proposed a name for its car, it to be called Cobra
. Shortly after his 1959 24 hours of victory of Mans for Aston Martin, Shelby was struck by problems of heart. Little laid out to make thus, it was forced to give up the engine packing like driver. This gave him the hour to make its dream come true.Early in the 1950s John Tojeiro designed small sportscar, which was sold under the AC Ace name. Installed in the simple but effective tubular chassis was the Bristol 2 litre six cylinder engine. This unit was derived from BMW's 328 engine and its design dates back to 1919. Its lightweight chassis and body, and effective engine made the Ace a moderately successful racer. When Bristol announced that the 2 litre engine would be phased out, AC was left without an engine to power the Ace. Previous attempts t
AC Cobra 212 S/C 2007-08-13 17:24:00 The group of car with limited A.C. created the A.C. 212 S/C like evolution of the 427 legendary S/C, which dominated the Sixties and without interruption were built to place order and are still available today.The AC 212 S/C has built on the legend of the 427's awesome performance by combining the iconic styling with 21st century technologies and materials to meet the targets set by ultimate sports roadsters. The 427 S/C's body is manufactured by many hours of hand forming the aluminium panels and then wrapping the panels onto a steel structure linked to a ladder chassis.To reduce cost and weight, whilst maintaining quality, the 212's body is manufactured from carbon fibre (the largest one piece carbon fibre moulding in the motor industry) and to further reduce weight whilst maintaining comfort the 212 S/C uses carbon fibre seat shells.To achieve the performance target set by the 427 S/C, the powertrain is a Lotus 350 bhp, 3.5 litre twin turbocharged V8, driving through a low inerti Read more:Cobra
ABT TT limited II 2007-08-13 17:16:00 The fascinated ventilators TT-limited
of Abt not only of the team of Abt Sportsline but also developed in best-seller in the Bavarian enterprise´s extend. For the new special edition of Kempten, Abt Sportsline chose a sharp red color, the abundance of the power under the cap and an optical package of system with a completely new climax: II TT-limited is equipped with new rim SP1 of sports of Abt which makes its first world inside nowadays. Under the cap, there is of true heart athlete with work: The 1.8 liter turbocharged the engine not only received one pushed power 40 of the HP compared with the standard engine of the HP 225, it produces much more couple, also, with an increase from 280 nanometer with 360 nanometer.The resemblance to its big brother from the DTM is unmistakable. With a front skirt and the famous Abt logo on the grille sees the sporting origins of the TT-limited II immediately. Standing out even more is the company-branding at the rear: The Abt rear wing, which origi
ABT Touareg VS10 2007-08-13 17:11:00 Abt Sportsline opened order book for its Abt all-nine Tuareg VS10, the car of the most powerful road of the diesel 4x4 of the world. Based on Tuareg with diesel engine V10 of Volkswagen, the new car offers a significant rising in the power (373bhp compared with the standard Tuareg V10 303bhp), new a bodykit elegant and a system revised of suspension to provide a more sporting order. To supplement the push in powers in horses is an important increase in couple - to the top of standard V10 750Nm to a 860Nm impressing with 2,000rpm just. The additional power is supplemented by the answer improved of power control, giving to the car a more sporting character and an eager acceleration in all the turn-range.Abt’s newly developed air suspension system, Abt Level-Control (ALC), ensures that the Abt Touareg
’s mighty performance is matched by enhanced on-road dynamics. In its standard setting, the Abt Touareg sits approximately 30mm lower than the production Touareg – offering an impressiv
Abarth 205 Vignale Berlinetta 2007-08-13 17:01:00 Only a few years after Carlo Abarth
joined Piero Dusio to repair it with his badly bearing Cisitalia, the Austro-Italian jumped in addition to boat of descent in March of 1949. The old runner of motor bike took with three achieved 204 to him the runners type of sports and two frames of bearing as well as best engineers of a certain number of company. It was the evolution of Cisitalia relatively successful 202 series. Although Abarth specialized by building the kits of agreement of exhaust, it was an occasion splendid to set up a company of car of its clean.Throughout the year the 204 cars were modified to the extent that they were renamed Abarth 204A. The two chassis were also completed over the winter and equipped with a coupe coachwork constructed by Vignale. The design was based on sketches by Giovanni Michelotti and then turned into a complete design by Alfredo Vignale. It sported the familiar three round vents in the front wings seen on many Vignale designs of the era. Power came Read more:Berlinetta
Abarth 207A Boano Spider 2007-08-13 16:48:00 Italian Carlo born Austrian Abarth
was European champion of motor bike of five times in the Thirties before it began the production of the exhausts. Using its old vat Porsche of friend, Abarth was rented as a director at Cisitalia de Piero Dusio. After the company folded the continuous development by Abarth of the cars based by FIAT. The Cisitalia last was type 204 and first Abarth was the 205A.Limited production started in 1950, but Abarth's main product remained tuning kits, using Carlo Abarth's exhausts. Together with the limited production 205A, Abarth modified various other Italian GTs, altering both the appearance and performance of the original cars. By 1954, Abarth employed 90 people and had become a household tuning name.At the end of 1954 Carlo Abarth began designing a new two-seater roadster, again based on the Fiat 1100. The engine was uprated by increasing the compression ratio and fitting new intake and exhaust manifolds. Bolted on the intake manifold were two Weber car Read more:Spider
Tramontana 2007-08-12 13:47:00 At the beginning of the twentieth century, Spanish motorized industry was created and a tradition of excellence and higher art were constant. Today, hundred years after, a group of young engineers developed a new car inculcated with these same values. The building on the basis of design and these first concept, a.d. Tramontana created a vehicle made on order and hand-wrought which is distinguished by its single character. With a glance towards the past and a vision of the future, with passion, the initiative and perseverance, a.d. Tramontana reinvented motorized industry in Spain and in the whole world.a.d.Tramontana is a Catalan company that represents a new generation of entrepreneurial engineers. The company is located on the beautiful Costa Brava of North-eastern Spain, a place that has been a great source of creative inspiration. Their objective is to apply creativity to all aspects of the automotive manufacturing process. This creativity is evident in all aspects of the Tramontan
Cadillac Eldorado 2007-08-16 13:24:00 Cadillac's first front wheel drive car was the Eldorado introduced in 1967. Its distinctive styling was marked by fine lines, a formal roof, angular corners, creased sides, large wheel openings, a long hood and short rear deck. It was the first Cadillac to offer concealed headlamps.The Eldorado shared its body and chassis with the Oldsmobile Toronado and Buick Riviera. The Riviera however was fitted with a rear wheel drive drivetrain.General specificationsCountry of origin United StatesYears of production 1967 - 1970Numbers built 1967: 179301968: 245281969: 233331970: 23842Body design N/AWeight 2245 kilo / 4949.4 lbsDrivetrainEngine 90º V 8Engine Location Front , longitudinally mountedDisplacement 7.030 liter / 429 cu inValvetrain 2 valves / cylinder, OHVFuel feed AFB Model 3903S CarburetorAspiration Naturally AspiratedGearbox Turbo Hydra-matic 3 speed AutomaticDrive Front wheel drivePerformance figuresPower 340 bhp / 254 KW @ 4600 rpmTorque 651 Nm / 480 ft lbs @ 3000 Read more:Cadillac
Cadillac Cien 2007-08-16 13:19:00 In keeping with the brand’s role as a technology flagship for General Motors, the premium V12-powered Cadillac
Cien concept car is a befitting icon to usher in the brand’s 100th anniversary in 2002. The striking, aerodynamic Cien – Spanish for 100 – holistically illustrates Cadillac’s fusion of design and technology in a modern mid-engine, two-seat supercar.Cadillac’s design philosophy incorporates dramatic proportions and clean dynamic surfaces. It reflects not only the technology found within the vehicle, but also the technology used to create it. The Cien’s low, sleek appearance, inspired by the latest F-22 Stealth fighter aircraft, has produced a different look and proportion for Cadillac. It further demonstrates the reach of the brand’s identity. Trapezoidal air inlets are milled into the front-end surface of the Cien, graphically forming Cadillac’s shield-like grille, which incorporates a centrally mounted wreath and crest insignia. These air inlets -- which fee
Cadillac Escalade 2007-08-16 13:15:00 Cadillac unveiled the 2007 Escalade, the next generation of the iconic luxury SUV. The all-new Escalade establishes a new level of refinement and style, delivered with an instantly recognizable form that introduces the next step in Cadillac’s ongoing renaissance. Based on General Motors’ all-new full-size SUV platform, the ’07 Escalade features new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. These integrated systems deliver the most powerful and most efficient luxury SUV in the segment, led by a new 6.2L all-aluminum V-8 engine with variable valve timing technology delivering 403 horsepower and 565 Nm of torque. Cadillac Escalade will be available in the first quarter of 2006, with extended-wheelbase Escalade ESV and Escalade EXT models to be introduced later in the year. The Escalade family is one of the most aspirational nameplates in the industry and attracts the youngest customers in Cadillac’s portfolio of automobiles. Cadillac Escalade will also be sold outside Nort Read more:Cadillac
Cadillac CTS 2007-08-16 13:10:00 Aggressive and elegant, expressive and sophisticated, the 2008 Cadillac
CTS exudes a dramatic design presence. This all-new luxury sedan not only pushes Cadillac’s acclaimed design theme higher, it aims to redraw the boundaries of the normally conservative luxury sedan category. Inside and out, the 2008 CTS contradicts many traditional design conventions. CTS’ design expresses its serious performance intent, yet also is more elegant and luxurious. It’s a sedan in the heart of the luxury market, yet reaches for the charisma of a sports car. CTS is thoroughly new and contemporary, even while it evokes the grandeur of classic Cadillac cars.Since the inception of the first-generation car in 2002, CTS is about trend-setting design. The edgy form of the CTS initially created controversy. But from the moment it hit the market, its design also attracted lots of buyers, with design often noted as a top reason for purchase. The all-new 2008 edition extends that edgy and contemporary charac Read more:Cadillac CTS
BMW E92 M3 Coupe 2007-08-16 00:39:00 Entering each new season in motorsport, BMW feel a new and fresh ambition, query formally proven recipes for success, and focus on new records and outstanding achievements. And precisely this also applies to the debut of the new BMW M3: Having completed its test cycle with flying colours, the new high-performance sports car from BMW M GmbH is ready and waiting to take over pole position. Indeed, with its superior power, performance and dynamism, the new BMW M3 ensures truly unique sheer driving pleasure of the highest calibre.The new, 309 kW/420 hp V8 power unit offers enormous muscle and performance at all times. And the aesthetic design of the new car typical once again of BMW M spells out supremacy of the highest standard.The new BMW M3 sets the foundation for continuing an exceptional career in motorsport. So every enthusiast sharing the passion for supreme performance may be sure that this model is able to master even the greatest challenge on and off the race track. And last but Read more:Coupe
BMW E92 335i Cabriolet 2007-08-16 00:34:00 Spring 2007 marks the introduction of BMW’s new 3 Series Convertible. Available initially in 325i and 335i guises, but followed closely by smaller engined variants and diesel-powered models, BMW’s new open-top will deliver the ultimate in performance and refinement thanks to a number of innovations. Featuring the first electronically operated folding hard-top roof offered by BMW, the world’s first car to be offered with SunReflective seat cooling leather and a brace of all-new powerplants, the 3 Series Convertible is set to remain the segment leader.The fourth generation of BMW’s open-top four-seater heralds a new chapter in the history of the BMW Convertible. While the existing triple-layered fabric roofs currently showcased in the 6 Series Convertible and the Z4 Roadster are unsurpassed in heat and noise insulation, the designers of the new 3 Series Convertible decided to raise the bar again. The model now comes with a three-piece electronically-operated retractable hard-top Read more:Cabriolet
BMW E60 M5 Touring 2007-08-16 00:17:00 BMW has announced details of the revised 5 Series Saloon and Touring
range, topped off by the new BMW M5 Touring. From its launch in 2003, the E60 5 Series delivered year-on-year sales records and received numerous accolades. The new 5 Series is set to build on that success with more performance, efficiency, practicality and owner appeal. Offering new engine technology to increase performance yet improve economy by up to 25 per cent, and class-leading comfort-focused equipment such as Lane Departure Warning System, the new 5 Series is set to remain the benchmark Executive car. Powered by the back-to-back International Engine of the Year-winning engine driving through BMW’s unique seven-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox, the new M5 Touring offers up to 1,650 litres of boot space for owners needing to move sizeable loads…… quickly.With the previous M5 Touring (E34) only available in left-hand drive, the arrival of the new M5 Touring marks the first time the high-performance estate ha
BMW 135i Coupe 2007-08-16 00:12:00 BMW is extending the 1 Series line-up with a new model consisting of a brace of high performance twin-turbocharged engines and a diesel capable of a frugal 58.9mpg. The 135i marks the first time a twin-turbo petrol engine has powered a 1 Series, while the launch of the 123d heralds the introduction of the world’s most powerful production four-cylinder diesel engine. The flagship of the range is the BMW 135i with its 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol powerplant. Offering 306hp from its light alloy and magnesium straight-six engine, the 135i is capable of accelerating from zero to 62mph in 5.3 seconds before going on to an electronically-limited top speed of 155mph. Peak torque of 400Nm from just 1,300rpm through to 5,000rpm ensures smooth yet rapid progress and in-gear flexibility.Courtesy of High Precision Direct Injection for the most efficient burn of fuel mix and Bi-VANOS variable valve technology combined with lightweight engineering principles, the BMW 135i is capable of frugal Read more:Coupe
BMW 130i Hatchback 2007-08-16 00:05:00 The new BMW 1 Series goes on sale in Spring 2007 and features a model line up that includes the most fuel efficient production vehicle BMW has ever produced. The introduction of a three-door model and a revised five-door come as a raft of new fuel-saving innovations are rolled out across the range. Technologies such as Brake Energy Regeneration, Automatic Start-Stop function and Electric Power Steering are combined with lower rolling resistant tyres and a gearshift change indicator to encourage economical motoring. These innovations are in addition to the use of variable valve technologies and High-Precision Direct Injection engines on some 1 Series models that boost power output but cut fuel consumption and emissions.The BMW 118d, BMW’s most economical car, manages its record 60.1mpg figure courtesy of these features in conjunction with the use of further lightweight engineering. The car now has an aluminium crankcase to save weight. Aside from the BMW Hydrogen 7, the BMW 118d also Read more:Hatchback
Audi S5 2007-08-16 00:00:00 Audi is launching a fascinating new model series for its entry into a highly emotionally charged segment of the market: the A5 successfully unites the acclaimed Audi design language and thrilling dynamic driving performance, and combines generous refinement with the brand’s characteristic quality and sophistication. Its progressive design gives the new coupé an appearance that is both elegant and dynamic. With its muscular FSI and TDI engines, its entirely newly developed high-precision running gear, and a raft of innovative, luxury-class equipment features, the Audi A5 has been crafted to be a modern grand tourer, a touring coupé in the best tradition. The Audi S5 is an extra sporty offering to complete the new series. A powerful V8 FSI engine gives the S5 a dynamic edge, which underscores its athletically accentuated design. The A5 and S5 are available to order from 6 March 2007 with the first vehicles due for delivery from June.The Nuvolari quattro concept car of 2003 gave a fir
Audi Cross Coupe Quattro 2007-08-15 23:53:00 At the Shanghai Motor Show (20 - 28 April 2007) Audi presented a study that defines a new segment in the field of crossover vehicles. The Audi Cross
Coupé quattro combines the design and dynamism of a compact premium sports car with the spaciousness and versatility of a four-seat sport utility vehicle (SUV). Innovative technical solutions show new ways of achieving efficiency, driving pleasure and comfort in a manner that is typical of Audi. The Audi Cross Coupé quattro: a car whose visual appearance clearly tells you what it is capable of and whose engineering matches this standard – on all roads, under all conditions.The silhouette is typical Audi; the design of the study, painted in Liquid Silver, is highly reminiscent of the sporty models produced by the Ingolstadt brand. The proportions and the large 20'' wheels point clearly towards the offroad potential of the Cross Coupé quattro. A new element is the fabric folding roof, which, when it is open, gives optimum levels of he Read more:Coupe
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Aston Martin Vanquish S Ultimate Edition 2007-08-15 23:48:00 Aston Martin
has announced two exciting developments for both new and existing customers of the company’s flagship Vanquish
S. Just 40 examples of a new Vanquish S UltimateEdition
will be handcrafted at the company’s Newport Pagnell production facility in Buckinghamshire. The model represents a luxurious and unique limited edition befitting the Vanquish S’s status as the ultimate Aston Martin and also celebrates the skilled craftsmanship of the team working at Newport Pagnell.The Ultimate Edition
will be available by special request to customers wishing to celebrate the last of a significant car in Aston Martin’s history. Initial feedback suggests the whole allocation of this special edition will be sold within weeks of launch. The Ultimate Edition centres on changes to the Vanquish S’s renowned colour and trim. On the exterior, these changes include a unique ‘Ultimate Black’ – a striking new colour which will only be available with this car. Inside, the Vanquish S cab Read more:Aston
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Aston Martin V8 Vantage Prodrive 2007-08-15 23:40:00 Prodrive has launched a range of parts for the AstonMartin
V8 Vantage
, which improves the car’s performance and enhances its driving dynamics. The range includes: a performance pack for the engine; new driver-adjustable suspension; unique forged wheels; and a discreet aero package.Prodrive has tuned the 4.3 litre V8 engine to raise peak power from 283 kW (380 bhp) to 317 kW (425 bhp), as well as increasing peak torque from 410 Nm (302 lbft) to 440 Nm (325 lbft). This reduces the car’s 0-100 km/h time from 5.0 secs to 4.7 secs (est) and increases the top speed by 13 km/h to 293 km/h (est). A new throttle map, combined with the increase in torque, also make the engine more responsive throughout the rev range.Prodrive has worked with suspension specialists, Bilstein and Eibach, to develop new driver-adjustable suspension. A switch in the cockpit allows the driver to choose between normal and sports mode. The normal mode has been designed to enhance the V8 Vantage’s existing ride an Read more:Aston Martin
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Aston Martin DBS V12 2007-08-15 23:35:00 Aston Martin
has unveiled the new DBS which will be driven by James Bond, the legendary British secret agent, in the next 007 film, ''CASINO ROYALE'', to be produced by Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli for EON Productions.In true Bond style, specific details of the new DBS remain top secret, although Aston Martin Design Director, Marek Reichman, said: ''This car encapsulates a link between our elegant DB9 road car and the powerful DBR9 race car. It signals an evolutionary development of Aston Martin’s world renowned style and elegance.''While hinting at our future design direction, the DBS also has very clear links with our heritage – it is instantly recognisable as an Aston Martin.''Aston Martin Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ulrich Bez added: ''The DBS continues our proud and lengthy association with James Bond.''The DBS is not of the understated elegance of a DB9, nor the youthful agility of the V8 Vantage. It is explosive power in a black tie and ha Read more:Aston
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Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 2007-08-15 23:26:00 The definitive version of the gorgeous exclusive Alfa 8C Competizione, Gran Turismo car that is to be produced in a limited edition makes its debut in Paris. The car, designed by Alfa Romeo, is directly derived from the concept car that aroused such admiration at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show and has benefited from the best technical and industrial know-how that the Alfa-Maserati Sports Centre can offer. The cooperative venture between both manufacturers was conducted with a view to ensuring integration between the Alfa Romeo design departments and the Maserati production departments.The 8C Competizione is inspired by Alfa Romeo’s glorious past, projecting its brand values of technology and emotion into the future. The historical allusions begin with the evocative name, recalling the great sporting tradition of Alfa Romeo. The 8C code was used to identify cars (racing and on-road) of the Thirties and Forties equipped with the revolutionary eight cylinder engine produced by the famous
Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Super Sport Zagato Spider 2007-08-14 23:25:00 Perhaps not as well known as later of the models, the Esparto Romeo 6C 1750 is one of the Esparto quentessential Romeo of its era. Initially presented like replacement for the 6C 1500 of 1929, the advanced 6C 1750 of a relatively simple car of road to a packing machine very sophisticated in five years it was produced. One of the principal elements in progress was an originator Vittorio Jano, deluded in Alfa Romeo with his former employer FIAT by Enzo Ferrari.Jano's first design for Alfa Romeo was the 6C 1500, which featured a small six cylinder engine with a single overhead camshaft. Competition versions of this relatively small Alfa Romeo were quite successful, with a highlighted victory in the 1928 running of the Mille Miglia. At the 1929 Rome Motorshow, the 6C 1750 was introduced. Technically it was almost identical to the 6C 1500, with the enlarged engine as the biggest difference.First and foremost the 6C 1750 was intented to carry larger and heavier fixed head bodies. The first Read more:Spider
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Alfa Romeo 6C 1500 Sport Castagna Torpedo 2007-08-14 19:37:00 After top notch engineer Vitorrio Jano designed the successful P2 Grand Prix racer, he turned to design a 'cheap light car with brilliant performance'. The new car was quite a departure from the earlier Alfa road cars, which all used big 'fours' and 'sixes'. First shown at the 1925 Milan Motorshow, it took another two years before the 6C 1500 would be available for the many eager customers. It was the start of a long range of Jano designed and highly successful Alfa Romeo sports cars.Like many of Jano's designs, the 6C 1500 was clean and simple, but highly effective. He believed that engines should look as good as they run, and his engines ran superbly. A six cylinder in-line engine, displacing just under 1.5 litres was installed in the 6C 1500 (hence the name). It was equipped with a single overhead camshaft driven by a shaft. A four cylinder gearbox was directly bolted on the engine.The engine and gearbox were fitted in a steel frame, which was suspended by live axles and semi
Alfa Romeo 6C 1500 Sports Two Seater 2007-08-14 19:31:00 After engineer higher Vitorrio Jano of notch designed the successful large runner of P2 Prix, it turned to design “a cheap light car with the brilliant execution”. The new car was completely a departure with the cars earlier of road of Esparto, than all used large “furnaces” and “sixes”. Initially shown in Milan 1925 Motorshow, it took still the two years before the 6C 1500 would be available for the many eager customers. It was the beginning of a long chain of the sports cars designed and strongly successful of Jano d' Alfa Romeo.Like many of Jano's designs, the 6C 1500 was clean and simple, but highly effective. He believed that engines should look as good as they run, and his engines ran superbly. A six cylinder in-line engine, displacing just under 1.5 litres was installed in the 6C 1500 (hence the name). It was equipped with a single overhead camshaft driven by a shaft. A four speed gearbox was directly bolted on the engine.The engine and gearbox were fitted in a ste Read more:Sports
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