So how much reliable power can you really get out of a 6 cylinder engine? Well it looks like Porsche aims to answer that question.
The new 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 (997 Body Style) has an astonishing 530 hp turbo charged 6 cylinder power plant that will sling shot it 0-60 mph in about 3.6 seconds with a top speed of about 204 mph. Another really impressive figure is the claimed 0-100 mph in 7.4 seconds.
Combining that incredible power with Porsche’s uncanny ability to put that energy to the road, the rear wheel drive GT2 will give any super car a run for its money.
The 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 (997 body) is expected to hit the states in early 2008 with a MSRP about $191,700.
Do you really need a 10 cylinder twin turbocharged station wagon? I think so, and Audi does too. Welcome the 2009 Audi RS6 Avant which is nothing short of spectacular in looks and power.
A welcomed more aggressive design makes this super wagon stand out from the crowd. The flared wheel wells and the sleek front grill makes the Audi RS6 Avant look like it is moving before it even gets into gear.
The 2009 Audi RS6 Avant is powered by an incredible turbocharged V10 engine that puts out an amazing 580 hp and 480 lbs of torque. Audi is boasting that the RS6 Avant will sprint 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds and quickly reach its electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.
Audi has also improved its already well designed Quattro system to match enormous power with handling. The Audi RS6 Avant has a 6 speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters on the steering wheel to allow manual up shifting.
The interior lives up to Audi’s uncanny ability to match style and class while maintaining functionality.
The Audi RS6 Avant is rumored to hit the showroom floor in Mid 2008 and the MSRP has not been disclosed.
So you don’t like the new body style of the new E60 BMW M5 (2006 – present), but love the awesome performance that comes with it. Well, Dinan has a solution for you and it is call the E39 BMW M5 Dinan S3 (1999-2003 E39 body style).
Dinan took the already impressive E39 BMW M5 ’s V8 and super charged it to 621 hp and 502 lbs of torque. The idea of adding a supercharger to any car seems relatively simple, but keeping the car street able and maintaining any type of reliability requires a lot of engineering and knowledge. Dinan is known for their ability to add power while maintaining the reliability of a vehicle. Not only does Dinan increase the power of the E39 BMW M5 but also sets the vehicle up to handle the incredible power increase (221 hp over the stock 400 hp). According Dinan the S3 is capable of a top speed of around 191 mph.
So for about $70,000 plus a stock E39 BMW M5, you can have probably one of the fastest M5’s on the road and give exotics a real run for their money. Learn more about Dinan at Dinancars.com.
Here is a video from the M5Board.com of a Dinan BMW M5 S3 from the passenger seat.
Like its early 1970’s predecessor the New 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS promises to command the attention of collectors and true enthusiasts. Bearing the same graphics as the 1970’s RS this version was created with the same buyer in mind, the weekend race car driver.
The 2007 911 Porsche GT3 RS manages to squeeze 415 hp and 300 lbs of torque out of this Non turbo charged 3.6 liter, 6 cylinder engine. With this impressive power plant the new RS manages 0-60 mph in about 4 seconds and a top speed around 193 mph. Although the speed is impressive, the real distinction is the overall setup of the vehicle which makes the handling near legendary.
With production numbers limited to just a couple hundred vehicles, this RS should be in short supply. Porsche has a MSRP of $124,060 and customization options that can easily bring the price up another 20% +-, but with these limited production numbers, you may end up paying a lot more.
In 1987 a legend was born from an already impressive vehicle, the Porsche Ruf CTR “Yellowbird”. When this modified Porsche 911 Carrera was released, it absolutely thumped its competition. Reaching 0-60 mph in about 4 seconds and an astounding top speed of 211 mph, the Yellowbird was (and still is) a real super car.
The 1987 Porsche Ruf CTR Yellowbird truly defined the capabilities of an aftermarket company to take an already great car and make it spectacular. Weighting in at only around 2500 lbs this twin turbo neck breaking monster handled more like a race car then a refined sports car.
A true testament to this creation is the continued use as a comparison vehicle to new supercars. The industry still thinks of this vehicle as a benchmark.
Weight: 1550 kg(2535 lb)
Power: 469 hp@ 5950 rpm
Torque: 408 ft•lbf@ 5950 rpm
Specific output: Apprx. 137 horsepower per litre
Power to weight ratio: Apprx. 5.4 pounds per horsepower
0-60 mph: 4.0sec
0-125 mph: 11.4sec
Quarter mile: 11.7@ 133.5 mph
Top Speed: 211 mph
Video of the Porsche Ruf Yellowbird at Nürburgring:
In 2003 Mercedes Benz added what is considered by many to be a true muscle car for the 21rst century. With a hand built Supercharged V8 packing 469 hp and 516 lbs of torque, it is no wonder that this 4 door sedan is capable of going 0 – 60 in 4.5 seconds. The top speed of this mega sedan is electronically limited to 155 mph.
In the creation of this super sedan Mercedes Benz took great care in maintaining the comfort and luxury, which has and currently defines them, in the E55. Included in this luxury package is an revolutionary adjustable air ride and an smooth 5 speed automatic transmission among other Mercedes specific amenities. With all of these considerations into ride and comfort this monster sedan with cruise effortlessly at its top speed. This was a sedan that is definitely built for the Autobahn.
Mercedes has stopped producing this sedan and replaced it with a faster E63. The used car values of these special Mercedes have held relatively strong. Recently though the 2003 model is coming down to a broader affordability range. Bear in mind that if you plan to purchase a used super sedan that the maintenance costs must definitely be considered.
So what makes a super car; is it the head turning effect or maybe the monster horsepower or maybe the incredible handling or maybe all of these things and more. Well the 2001 Porsche 996 (911) Twin Turbo has all of these traits and most definitely more.
(pictures from Porsche North America)
Right now the 2001 Porsche 996 twin turbo (911 turbo) is selling from the $60,000’s to low $70,000’s for a good example. Okay so this price range isn’t really that bargain basement, but compared to its peers it’s not bad. Consider this, a brand new Porsche Cayman S sells for about the same. Porsche ranks the Cayman S above the Porsche Boxster and below the Porsche 997 (Porsche 911).
Here are some specs to this incredible car:
0-60 mph in about 4 Seconds
0-100 mph in about 9.2 Seconds
Top Speed: 189 mph
Max Horsepower: 420 @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque: 415 ft-lbs @ 2700 rpm
Weight: 3395 lbs
This 6 cylinder 3.6 liter twin turbo monster definitely lives up to the super car status with the above specs. As for handling, did I mention that it is also AWD (all wheel drive). Now for the bad news, these cars are very expensive to fix, but so are most vehicles that can propel both your ego and your body this fast.
Here is the promotional video of the Porsche 996 Turbo
