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Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Friday 15 March 2013

Aston Martin Rapide S

The all new 2013 Aston Martin Rapide S has arrived and it replaces and betters an already successful version of the Rapide line. The Rapide S is a luxury GT car and it has been rejuvenated to take on the competition in the GT segment.
The changes to this 4-seater are not just on the outside, the engine also gets a makeover, that makes it an even better sports car, arguably one of the best in the 4-seater category.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Sedan Est. Market Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: 23.9 gals (90L) MPG: NA
Dimensions
Length: 197.6 in. (502 cm) Wheelbase: 117.7 in. (298.9 cm)
Height: 53.1 in. (135 cm) Width: 84.2 in. (214 cm)
Curb Weight: 4387 lbs (1990 kg) Maximum Seating: 2+2
Performance
Engine: V12 Quad-OHC Displacement: 5935 cc
Horsepower: 550 HP Max RPM: 6750 rpm
Torque: 457 lb-ft @ 550 rpm Transmission: 6-Speed 'Touchtronic 2'
0-62 mph: 4.9 seconds Top Speed: 190 mph (306 km/h)

Engine

The Rapide S is powered by an all-new AM11 (Gen 4) naturally aspirated 6 liter V12 engine. This all improved engine delivers 17% more power than its predecessor, making this the quickest Rapide ever at the starting gate. This brute of an engine produces 550 Horsepower and generates 457 lb-ft of torque. Not surprising that Rapide S clocks 0-62 mph in just 4.9 seconds.
Design


Aston Martins are known to have the looks that impress, and this is no different. The Rapide S comes with an aggressive new look. It receives a new face with a bold full-face aluminum front grille that adds lot of character to the car. The rear also gets a new treatment that improves the overall aerodynamics and aesthetics. The design team managed to achieve nearly perfect weight distribution of 48:52 (front/rear), which makes the car more balanced and controlled.
The car weights just 1990Kgs, thanks to the design changes, which makes the car extremely agile and nimble. The improved vehicle dynamics takes the car performance to a new level altogether.
Style

Aston Martin Rapide S delivers on all counts. It is a luxurious sports car that has comes with a lot of style (something Aston Martin are known for) and agile performance to thrill every enthusiast out there. Rapide S comes with whole host of customization options, that will allow you to tailor the car as you would have it.
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