Can a hatchback be as good as a supercar? If the hatchback in question is Lancia Delta S4, the answer is most definitely yes. Frankly, the magnificent Delta S4 didn't have much to do with its humble family-friendly counterpart. Its rear hatch was actually a clamshell panel concealing a bespoke turbocharged and supercharged engine and you could drive it to the green market provided that you don't mind getting its … [Read more...]
Porsche 935 – Sensational Racing Cars That Dominated Global Motorsport
What car looks like a Porsche 911, sounds like a Porsche 911, goes faster than a Porsche 911, but isn’t a Porsche 911? The answer to this not-so-ancient riddle is the Porsche 935. Slant-nosed, as big as a whale and very, oh so very turbocharged - the 935 was the quintessential Porsche race car of the 1970s and a car surpassing its 911 roots by a huge margin. Beyond the 911-like body, the 935 was the first step … [Read more...]
Porsche 962- Awe-Inspiring Endurance Racer of the 80s
The Porsche 962 and 956 generated an everlasting impression in the world of endurance racing, reigning for over a decade across the globe. Not that long ago, but in an all-different era, cigarettes and alcohol went hand-in-hand with some of the fastest, greatest racing machinery ever created. For Formula 1, it was Marlboro, rallying was all about Martini, and endurance racing was marked by Rothmans. Wearing … [Read more...]
Lamborghini Egoista – Virtual Look at the $117 Million Innovative Car
In May 2013, Lamborghini celebrated their 50th anniversary in style with Walter De Silva’s impressive vehicle, the Lamborghini Egoista, greeting thousands of guests at the occasion. As the Volkswagen Group’s Head of Design, it was De Silva’s homage to celebrating the House of the Raging Bull's half century. To get a better look at this one-off masterpiece, click on the below image to walk … [Read more...]
Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar: 1986 Rally Winning Technology
1986 sees the robust Porsche 959 Paris-Dakar finish first and second during the Paris-Dakar rally. The Paris To Dakar Rally is an endurance rally raid event that’s internationally identified as being one of the most difficult off-road motorsport events in the world. The legendary competition sees competitors crossing as much as 9,000 miles as they make their way through some of the planet’s most hostile terrains … [Read more...]
BMW 3.0 CSL: The Ultimate Driving Machine of the 70s
If you ask a hardcore BMW enthusiast about their favorite Batmobile, chances are you’re not going to get any answer even remotely related to Gotham’s caped crusader and his set of wheels. On the contrary, it’ll be the BMW 3.0 CSL. This performance coupé from the 1970s was a touring car superstar and the heroic piece of machinery which put BMW back among the all-time racing greats. The 3.0 CSL is also, by a huge … [Read more...]
Datsun 240Z: High Performance from an Affordable Sports Car
In October 1969, a sleek new two-door sports car was presented at the Pierre Hotel, New York in front of the Detroit Press and Automotive Media that would inevitably create history. The new Datsun 240Z was breathtakingly beautiful and combined performance and handling that matched or outstripped much more expensive competitors from Alfa Romeo to Porsche. Nissan had noticed a gap in the car market for a coupe … [Read more...]
Lancia Stratos HF – Ferocious Rallying Performance
It’s common knowledge that top-tier competition cars often have little to do with ones we see on the streets, yet there was rarely a car as specific as the Lancia Stratos HF. The wedge-shaped wonder was a continuation of decades of innovation and a forerunner of a new era in the space age; colder, more isolated, and completely detached from the apple pie optimism of the 1950s. With its sci-fi presence and … [Read more...]
Porsche 550 Spyder: Giant Killer
Before becoming a giant itself, Porsche had a reputation for being the giant killer. A huge portion of that fame was courtesy of the Porsche 550 Spyder, the first racing car built by a small family-owned company and a group of close associates. When it emerged from the workshops, the 550 Spyder marked a new beginning for the Porsche family, carrying the essence of their magnetism to this day as one of the most … [Read more...]
Ferrari 458 Italia – Enormous Advancement for the V8 Ferrari
When it entered the supercar world in 2009, the Ferrari 458 Italia eclipsed both its competition and its predecessors, establishing itself as a new standard for the V8-powered sports cars. It was as angry as the Enzo, blisteringly fast and drop-dead gorgeous. Fast forward ten years, the 458 is a second hand Ferrari you could get your hands on, and it’s really the one you should too. What made it special more than … [Read more...]
Lamborghini SC20 – The Exclusive Open-top Track Car
Lamborghini Squadra Corse recently unveiled the SC20, a one-off example of an open-top track car that is approved for road use. The Lamborghini SC20 is the second one-off that was designed by Centro Stile in Sant’Agata Bolognese and engineered by the motorsport department. From the very first drawings by Lamborghini’s designers, the client has been actively involved with the project … [Read more...]
Noble M12 – The Track Day Hero
Somewhere between the established marques like entry-level Ford and the ultra-luxurious Rolls-Royce, the automotive ecosystem of the British Isles is full of wonderful, diverse species. Be it the minuscule Peel P50 or the outrageous TVR Cerbera, the Britons have produced dozens of truly unique automobiles fueled by different philosophies and serving a multitude of purposes. These idiosyncratic automotive underdogs … [Read more...]
Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR – The Glorious Return to Top Tier Racing
Despite constantly pushing boundaries and creating dozens of fast and revolutionary models since its inception, Mercedes-Benz had long been reluctant to build a true supercar. It all changed in 1997 with the Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Created out of pure necessity rather than passion or prestige, this atypical Mercedes-Benz announced the marque’s glorious return to top tier sports car … [Read more...]
Dodge Viper ACR – Pushing the Boundaries of American Performance
When it comes to American power, there have been quite a few cars to transcend the good old V8-powered, straight-line drag racing muscle. You probably already know that we’re talking about the original Ford GT40 and the Chevy Corvette. But, the car that pushed the boundaries of American performance the most is the Dodge Viper ACR. By adding two more cylinders to the eight-banger formula, the Viper offered a new … [Read more...]
Bugatti EB110- Developed by the Greatest Minds of the Automotive World
Money alone isn’t enough to revive a legendary marque, especially when that marque is Bugatti. To give such compelling heritage justice, one needs to equal Ettore’s passion, dedication, and genius, three decisive factors that made Bugatti the most cutting-edge automobile manufacturer in the first half of the 20th century. When Romano Artioli revealed the Bugatti EB110, it seemed like the third attempt to breathe new … [Read more...]
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