Mercedes SLR with V8 engine

Mercedes SLR Designed with V8 engine

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is a sports car made by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive. The Anglo-German powerful sports car was built in Portsmouth – United Kingdom and the McLaren Technology center in Woking, Surrey in the UK. Daimler AG, owner of Mercedes-Benz, also owns 40% of the McLaren Group.

Make:	Mercedes
Model:	Mercedes SLR
Acceleration:	3,8 sec.
Top speed:	334 km/h.
Transmission:	5 - speed automatic
Design:	5,4 litre V8 engine
Displacement:	5439 cc
Maximum Bhp	626 hp / 6500 rmp
Tires Front:	245/40ZR 18
Tires Back:	295/35ZR 18
Length:	4660 mm
Width:	1910 mm
Height:	1260 mm
Weight:	1700 kg

The maximum speed of the Roadster will remain at 332 km/h or 207 mph same as that of the coupe. The new Roadster will be powered by same AMG V8 compressor engine as the McLaren coupe producing 617 bhp, and uses the same AMG Speedshift R five-speed automatic transmission that will enable the Roadster to sprint from 0 to 62 mph in a matter of 3.2 seconds. This will provide the upcoming super sports car roadster with a combination of racing type chassis coupled with outstanding ride characteristics. And in keeping with the Formula 1 vehicles of today the German division of DaimlerChrysler will employ carbon fiber.

The BMW 5 Series

The BMW 5 Series has spent the last three decades catering to those who desire a sedan that functions equally well as a prestigious luxury car and a thoroughbred performance sedan. The 5 Series has long been the benchmark by which other sport sedans are measured. This elevated position presents challenges when such a stellar car is due for an update. BMW accomplished its mission with a redesign in 1997 that gave it a look and feel that remained popular right up until the latest redesign last year.

Although the 2004 BMW 5 Series was considered a complete redesign, the changes to the car's basic character seemed more like subtle refinements. It was already a comfortable, capable and highly dynamic machine. The latest version is still all of these things, just a bit more so. In terms of overall philosophy, the largest shift from the previous model came in the form of technology. Several items were pulled directly from the current-generation 7 Series, including iDrive, Active Roll Stabilization (ARS), Active Cruise Control (ACC) and a Harman Kardon Logic7 sound system. Of these features, only iDrive is standard on all 5 Series models, and BMW calls it an "updated" version that is designed to be easier to use. While much of the 7's technology has migrated down to the 5, several advanced technologies made their debut on BMW's midsize sport sedan.

2004 BMW 5 Series

The most exciting of these is dubbed Active Front Steering (AFS), a system that is able to adjust both the steering ratio and the amount of power assist for optimum feel and control under varying driving conditions. All of this technology is wrapped up in an outer shell that reflects BMW's recent styling direction. The 5 Series offers up the same type of sharp edges and harsh angles first seen on the 7 Series in 2002, and subsequently on the Z4 in 2003. But the high percentage of corporate profits delivered by the 5 Series line has forced BMW to play it safer with this model. As such, it has less aggressive body lines when compared to either the 7 Series or Z4. With excellent power and sharp handling, the 5 Series further builds on its reputation as a luxury sedan of unequaled athleticism.

The incorporation of the latest technology and a distinctive look may keep it fresh in the minds of buyers, but in the end, its continued status as a true driver's car will determine its success above all else. Body Styles, Trim Levels and Options: The 5 Series sedan comes in three models: 525i, 530i and 545i. Standard equipment includes automatic climate control, a CD player, a full set of one-touch power windows, rain-sensing windshield wipers and heated power mirrors. Ten-way power front seats are standard, with 12-way power front sport seats and four-way power lumbar support, and 20-way power multifunction comfort front seats with memory as options. The iDrive vehicle management system is integrated into all 5 Series models, while a DVD-based navigation system with voice command and adaptive cruise control are optional. On the audio side, buyers will be able to get a glovebox-mounted CD/DVD changer, as well as a premium-grade Harman Kardon Logic 7 sound system. Other options to consider include adaptive bi-xenon headlights, and a sport package with various wheel/run-flat tire upgrades (up to 18 inches in diameter), firmer suspension tuning and Active Front Steering (AFS). Powertrains and Performance: BMW's 2.5-liter six-cylinder generates 184 horsepower, while the 3.0-liter is rated at 225 hp. The top-of-the-line 545i features the same 4.4-liter V8 found in the flagship 7 Series rated at 325 hp. All models get a six-speed manual standard with a six-speed Steptronic automatic an available option. The 530i and 545i can also be had with BMW's sequential manual gearbox (SMG), a sophisticated transmission that combines the control of a manual gearbox with the ease of an automatic. Performance from the base 2.5-liter is refined, if not exhilarating. The 3.0-liter engine provides the best compromise between speed and efficiency, while the V8 delivers outstanding performance at just about any speed.

Lamborghini Gallardo

Oh! This Is My Dream Car, Lamborghini Gallardo

               Lamborghini Gallardo holds a very special place and deserves a very special mention. It is an entry-level sports car from Lamborghini and its success is so big that it remains the most-produced Lamborghini car of the company to date. Ever since its introduction to the market, over 5000 supercars have been built which is an unparalleled achievement in the history of Lamborghini. It is considered a competitor to Ferrari 360 and Ferrari F430. The Gallardo sports car is named after a popular breed of fighting bull, which fits it perfectly. When the project of Gallardo was about to get started, it was conceptualized to be a sports car which could be also used for everyday uses. Looking at its details, we will have to say that they have succeeded in doing that.

             The supercar is amazing to look at with a stylish aluminium space frame. It has a mid-rear mounted engine and the gearbox is placed behind the engine. The Gallardo sports car has a permanent four wheel driving system with low center gravity which makes for a great drive. It has two mounted water radiators in the front and a one sided mounted oil cooler and an independent double wishbone suspension which aptly fits the system. As per the rich tradition of Lamborghini sports cars, a whole lot of attention has gone into the weight distribution system of the car. 42% of the weight is distributed to the front and 58% of the weight is distributed to the rear end. This weight system is said to be the perfect one for a sports car, in order to achieve the best possible traction and for easy braking and handling. It is a compact car, just about 167 inches in length and has been packaged well. In fact, it is considered one of the best two-seater high performance cars in the segment.

The supercar Gallardo engine is largely based on the good old straight-5 design of Audi. It has a 520 bhp (382 kW) V 10 engine which is powerful to hit high speeds on both country and city roads. The sports car can hit a maximum speed of 196 mph and can clock 0-60 in four seconds. It has two types of transmissions  the traditional six speed manual transmission and an electro-hydraulic auto clutch manual, which is aptly called the E-gear. You can make shifts very fast thanks to the control offered by the manual. You don’t have to manually operate the clutch, as it can be controlled by the paddles fit behind the steering wheel. This gives great convenience while driving and works way better than the conventional transmission system. Perhaps the best thing about Lamborghini engineering, particularly in this sports car, is that it has been designed in such a way that it is equally pleasurable to drive on a race track as well as on city and country roads. A lot of attention went into the engineering to make sure that the supercar gives the same performance while racing as well as pleasure driving, and they have just got that right.

Hummer

Manufacturer        AM General
Production            1992–2006
Model years         1992–2004, 2006
Assembly             Mishawaka, Indiana, United States

Class                    Large truck/SUV
Body style             4-door pickup truck
                             2-door pickup truck
                             4-door wagon
                             4-door convertible - based on High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle

Layout                 Front engine, four-wheel drive
Engine                6.2 L Detroit Diesel V8
                           6.5 L Detroit Diesel V8
                           5.7 L Vortec V8
                           6.5 L turbo Detroit Diesel V8
                           6.6 L turbo DMAX Diesel V8

Transmission      GM TH400/3L80 3-speed automatic
                           GM 4L80-E 4-speed automatic
                           Allison 1000 5-speed automatic
                           Allison 1000 6-speed automatic

Wheelbase       130 in (3302 mm)
Length              184.5 in (4686 mm)
Width                86.5 in (2197 mm)
Height               77 in (1956 mm)
                         2004–06: 79 in (2007 mm)
                         Pre-2003 Wagon: 75 in (1905 mm)
Related            High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (an AM General military vehicle)

The Hummer H1 is a civilian off-road vehicle based on the M998 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (or Humvee), which was created by AM General. The vehicle was produced from 1992 through 2006, and was the first of what became the Hummer line. It was initially known only as the "Hummer"; however, in 1999 in a joint venture between General Motors and AM General, GM began marketing the Hummer H2, which was built on the Chevrolet Tahoe chassis. It was at this point that the original Hummer was given the H1 designation. For collectors, the most desirable model is the H1 Alpha, produced in the final model year of 2006. It had the most powerful engine and the best fuel mileage of the H1 vehicles. Overall, the H1 was a very limited production vehicle.

The basic Hummer vehicle is 6 feet tall, 7 feet wide, 15 feet long and weighs 5,200 pounds (2,340 kilograms). AM General used a steel frame with five cross members to support the weight of a vehicle with a payload of up to 2,500 pounds (1,125 kilograms), allowing a gross vehicle weight (GVW) the weight of the vehicle, passengers and maximum payload of 7,700 pounds (3,465 kilograms). In order to keep the vehicle's total weight at a manageable level, AM General used aluminium to construct the body of the car. The aluminium is strong enough to support heavy armaments or carry troops, yet is able to flex when the Hummer travels over rough ground.

A double A-arm independent suspension in the front and rear with hydraulic shock absorbers allow the Hummer to tackle unforgiving terrain. It also has torque-biasing differentials and four-wheel disc brakes, which give the Hummer the ability to continue moving even when some of the wheels lose contact with the ground.

The Hummer is a fully four-wheel drive vehicle the engine powers all four wheels at all times. It also has open-differential gears with Torsen differentials. When one wheel begins to slip, it loses torque. The Torsen differential system senses the loss of torque and increases torque to the other wheels. Coupled with the brake traction control system, the Humvee's Torsen differentials give the vehicle incredible off-road capabilities.

Hummers have a 25-gallon (95-liter) fuel tank and can go about 300 miles (480 kilometers) before needing to refuel -- meaning a basic Hummer gets about 12 miles to the gallon, though heavier Hummer variations are somewhat less efficient. As per the Army's request, all military Hummers run on diesel fuel and have an automatic transmission the Army wanted all its vehicles to run on the same fuel system and felt that automatic transmissions would be easier for new trainees to learn quickly.

The Hummer has power steering and includes a 12/24-volt electrical  system. Either two or four soldiers can sit inside the cab of the vehicle, depending on the variant. According to AM General, the location of the seats on either side of the drive train helps give the Hummer a low center of gravity.

The vehicles have powerful combat locks on each of the doors to help keep soldiers safe. Unfortunately, some soldiers have found it impossible to open the doors if the locks are damaged out in the field. To fix this problem, AM General now includes a D-ring on all Hummer doors. The D-ring is a loop of metal attached to the outside of the Hummer's doors and functions as a place to attach a cable or chain. A winch or similar device can pull the cable, forcing the door open and letting soldiers out of the vehicle.

That's the lowdown on the basic Hummer. Using this as a starting platform, AM General produced 15 different HMMWV variants. They designed 44 interchangeable Hummer parts, allowing the Army to modify, maintain and repair vehicles with incredible efficiency, economy and flexibility.

Mitsubishi Lancer GSR Evolution 3

The third Lancer EVO was introduced in February 1995. Compared to its predecessors the EVO III was fitted with a higher compression engine, adding another 10 bhp to the output. Aerodynamics were again revised with a more aggressive front bumper and a new rear wing.

The Sporty Design From Mitsubishi In 1995

The exhaust systems was upgraded again for the EVO 3 as a new TD05-16G6-7 turbo was used, this along with a slight increase in engine compression led to a 10bhp power rise. Cosmetically the front of the car was opened up dramatically leading to a much more aggressive look. These changes gave much better cooling not only for the intercooler and engine but also for the brakes. To compliment the new look at the front new side skirts were adopted along with a new rear bumper and new, higher rear wing.

In rallying the EVO III was used throughout the 1995 and 1996 seasons, with a lot of success. With 6 victories Mitsubishi finished second in the constructor's championship in both season. More importantly, Tommi Makinen scored his first of four driver's titles for Mitsubishi.

Engine: 
- Engine: 4G63 Straight 4 
- Engine Location: Front , transversely mounted 
- Displacement: 1.997 liter / 121.9 cu in 
- Bore x Stroke: 85.0 x 88.0 
- Compression Ratio: 8.8:1 
- Valvetrain: 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC 
- Fuel feed: Multi-point Electronic Injection ECI-MULTI 
- Octane Fuel: 97 or higher. Unleaded 
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 48L 
- Aspiration: TDO5-16G6-7 Turbo 

Proton Lekir the rebadge concept of lotus europe.

Proton Lekir, 2.0 liter

Lightweight aluminium bonded chassis for better power-to-weight ration

Aerodynamic bumbers and bodykit for better performance

Twin front projector headlamps for safer night driving

Wide 235/40 R18 tyres on lightweight rims for excellent cornering ability

Wide 235/40 R18 tyres on lightweight rims for excellent cornering ability

The latest 2010 Proton Lekir are powered either along a 2.0-liter turbocharged social unit or a 1.6-liter locomotive on some 220-ponies (167 kilowatt) .Proton looked into its own car bin and in particular,Lotus, which it acquired back in 1994, as the Lekir is essentially a rebagded Europa coupe.

Another concept vehicle based on a real production vehicle will shine under the spotlights of the 2010 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show. It’s another small sportscar based on the Lotus Europa and it’s called the Lekir Concept.

The concept is meant to measure the response a Proton sports car would get from the customers and the international auto press. The original Europa was powered by a 2-liter turbo charged engine, tuned to produce 225 hp and 300 Nm of torque. The Europa was capable of a top speed of 143 mph 

Well, actually it was, except that the Malaysian carmaker Proton was a rebadged and renamed with 2011 Proton Lekir Concept. Given the partnership between the two companies that figure by the end of the European production lines in Europe, Lotus, a new market for his sports car on the market in search will greet with open arms, even though 2011 Proton Lekir Concept was a rebadged under the local brand.

That is what Proton and Malaysia entered the picture. Unlike the European spec Europe that came with the Opel-source 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that produced 200 horsepower, the 2011 Proton Lekir Concept powered by 1.6-liter engine with a power CamPro figures must be directly in line with naturally aspirated.

The Specification For Proton Lekir

 

Engine capacity	1,597 cc
Engine type	16-valves DOHC Campro
Compression ratio	unknown
Bore x Stroke	unknown
Power	110 bhp
Torque	148 Nm
Performance
Acceleration	12.6s (0-100 kmh)
Top speed	unknown
Fuel consumption	13.3 km\L
Misc technical data
Transmission	5-speed (M)
Drive type	FWD
Measurements
Body type	Sedan
Dimensions (L x W x H)	(4477 x 1725 x 1438) mm
Wheelbase	2,600 mm
Min turning radius	unknown
Kerb weight	1,215 kg
Fuel tank capacity	50 L

Mitsubishi lancer sportback 2.4

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

The GTS model features a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and comes with your choice of a five-speed manual or CVT. The GTS is only available in front-wheel-drive, and returns 21 city, and 27 highway mpg with the CVT, and 20 city, 27 highway with the 5-speed manual. The GTS features a versatile dual-level cargo floor that folds flat and allows for 52.7 cubic feet of storage.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has officially launched the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, a five-door hatchback variant of the Lancer that now complements the Lancer GT and EX sedans. Fully-imported from Japan, the Lancer Sportback can be yours for RM 129,363.80 (OTR excluding insurance).

The Lancer Sportback comes with the C-segment’s largest engine—the 2.4-litre 4B12 unit producing 170 hp at 6000 rpm and 226 Nm at 4100 rpm. Power goes to the front wheels via the INVECS-III CVT with a six-step Sports Mode. Manual shifts through the six virtual ratios can be accomplished using the steering wheel paddle shifters.

Like the transmission, the suspension setup and brakes are identical with the Lancer sedan variants’; the Lancer Sportback uses MacPherson strut in front and multi-link at the back, while front ventilated discs and rear solid discs provide the braking power.

When it comes to practicality, the rear tailgate offers a wider opening than a sedan’s boot lid, thus improving access. The 344-litre boot can be expanded to 1349 litres via one-touch folding rear seats (60:40 split), which fold down almost completely flat. Moreover, the boot floor is height-adjustable, and can be lowered by 90 mm using a one-handed motion as well.

Standard equipments include 18" alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, Nappa leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel, gear knob and brake lever, automatic climate control, 6-speaker 2-DIN audio system with LCD touch-screen, and steering wheel audio and cruise control buttons.

Safety features include dual-stage SRS airbags for the driver and front passenger, front seatbelts with pretensioner and force-limiter, Active Stability Control (ASC) with Traction Control plus braking controls, from Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).

Available in three colours (Lightning Blue, White Solid and Black Mica), the Lancer Sportback is offered with a three-year/100,000km warranty and a two-year free maintenance parts and labour costs package.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia hopes to sell 50 units of the Lancer Sportback monthly, on the basis that the Lancer sedan achieves monthly sales of 150 units on average. Of course, it remains to be seen how the upcoming Proton Inspira will affect the sales of either Lancer model.

Daihatsu Mira Moderno Parts

Daihatsu Mira parts

The Daihatsu Mira comes standard with a 5 speed gearbox with remarkably short gearing – cruising at 100 km/h in top gear equates to an engine speed of around 4400 rpm! This helps keep some revs on board while cruising and the little turbocharger starts boosting very early.

The Mira runs a cute little independent rear-end together with garden-variety MacPherson struts at the front. Ride height is slightly lower than a local L70 Handi van.

There’s no need for power assistance for the rack and pinion steering – the Mira has good steering weight and a wonderfully direct feel. Oh, and its turning circle is pretty handy too!

The braking arrangement comprises discs at the front and drums at the rear.

The ‘little lightening’ scores a centrally roof-mounted aerial, dual exhaust outlets, side skirts, a front lip, bonnet scoop and rear spoiler that frames the entire rear window. Cute 12 inch alloys wearing 145/70s and some attention-getting stickers also give it a lift.

 Inside, the Mira is decked out with sports door trims and seats, a ‘Turbo’ flat-bottom steering wheel, air conditioning and sports instrumentation. All controls are simple to operate and it’s a very easy car to drive. 

The Mira cabin offers ample front head and leg room but shoulder space is minimal with two persons abreast. It also comes with a small 2 person rear seat.

Standart Mira Moderno Bodytype

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