The F430 Spider is powered by Ferrari's new 490 bhp, 4,308 cc 90° V8 which is capable of pushing the car to a top speed of over 193 mph and covering the 0-62 mph sprint in just 4.1 seconds. This lightweight and highly compact power unit produces a specific output of 114 bhp per litre with a weight-to-power ratio of 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg) per horsepower (dry weight).
VITAL STATISTICS
Model Ferrari F430 Spider
Engine type V8, 4308cc
Power/Torque 483bhp @ 8500rpm / 343 lb ft @ 5250rpm
Transmission Six-speed manual or semi-automatic
Fuel/CO2 15.4mpg (combined) / 420g/km
Performance 0-62mph: 4.1sec /
Top speed: 193mph
Price £127,000 approx
Verdict Good to look at, better to drive
Rating 4/5
THE OPPOSITION
Model Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, £95,700
For Sledgehammer performance, folding steel roof, ease of use
Against A little heavy and cumbersome, lacks Ferrari exclusivity
Model Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, £70,090
For Three-quarters of the Ferrari's fun for half the price
Against Awkward looks, handling less resolved than 911 coupé's
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Saturday 1 May 2010
Ferrari F430 Spider
Thursday 29 April 2010
Saleen S7 Vs Ferrari Enzo Vs Porsche GT Vs Mercedez SLR
This video clip is from the movie "redline", four amazing cars race match
Saleen S7
Price:395.ooo
Miles Per Gallon: 10/17 mpg
Curb Weight: 2870 lbs
Layout: Mid-Engine/RWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Engine Type: V8
Displacement: 7000 cc
Horsepower: 550 bhp @ 6400 rpm
Torque: 525 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 7000 rpm
Performance 0-60 mph: 3.3 sec
0-100 mph: 8.9 sec
Quarter Mile: 11.8 sec @ 120 mph
Skidpad: .99g
Top Speed: 215 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 111 ft
Ferrari Enzo
Price: $643,330 
Curb Weight: 2767 lbs
Layout: Mid-Engine/RWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Semi-Automatic
Engine Type: V12
Displacement: 5998 cc
Horsepower: 660 bhp @ 7800 rpm
Torque: 472 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Redline: 8200 rpm
Performance 0-60 mph: 3.6 sec
0-100 mph: 6.3 sec
Quarter Mile: 11 sec @ 130 mph
Top Speed: 217 mph
Porsche GT
Price: $440,000 
Miles Per Gallon: 10/16 mpg
Engine: V10
Displacement: 5733 cc
Horsepower: 612 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Torque: 435 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
0-60 mph: 3.6 sec
0-100 mph: 7.0 sec
Quarter Mile: 11.3 sec @ 132 mph
Top Speed: 205 mph
Lateral Acceleration: .99g
Mercedez SLR
Price: $418,500 
Curb Weight: 3732 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/RWD
Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic
Engine Type: V8
Displacement: 5439 cc
Horsepower: 671 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 575 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm
Redline: 7500 rpm
Performance 0-60 mph: 3.8 sec
0-100 mph: 8.6 sec
Top Speed: 207 mph
Miles Per Gallon: 13/18 mpg
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/driving/jeremy_clarkson/article824068.ece
http://www.allfastcars.com/mercedes-slr.shtml
http://www.2sportscars.com/fenzo.shtml
http://www.allfastcars.com/saleen-s7.shtml
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http://images.wikio.com/images/s/296/saleen-s7.jpg
http://lecook.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/silver-porsche-carrera-gt.jpg
http://www.bigglook.com/biggauto/wallpaper/image/mercedes_slr.jpg
Jaguar XF – the 2010 police version for Plod
The first ever Police-spec XF is about to go on patrol across the Midlands. The Central Motorway Police Group, which patrols motorways across Staffordshire, Mercia and the West Midlands has bought seven high performance Police vehicles based on the award-winning Jaguar XF Diesel S model.
The Police-specification Jaguars feature the 275PS 3.0-litre Diesel S engine.
The Jaguar XF beats other contenders with a fuel economy figure of 42mpg and an excellent CO2 rating of 179 g/km. The XF’s residual value is a key factor in making it a financially sound choice for police forces. Research carried out by EurotaxGlass’s suggest the new 3.0-litre XF will retain an impressive 80 per cent of its purchase price after 12 months or 14,000 miles which makes it the best in class, and an astonishing 45 per cent of its value after three years and 60,000 miles of motoring.
Picture from: http://www.carpages.co.uk/jaguar/jaguar-xf-27-04-10.asp
http://www.carpages.co.uk/jaguar/jaguar-xf-27-04-10.asp
BMW 530d SE
As for the engine, the 3-litre diesel is as powerful and frugal as you’d expect of a BMW. It will reach 62mph in 6.3sec, return 44.8mpg in the combined fuel-economy cycle and emit 166g/km of carbon dioxide, at a cost of £37,100. The version I drove, with the optional £1,495 eight-speed automatic gearbox, was more economical still, with even lower emissions. That will hit 60mph in 8sec, top 140mph, yet return 56.5mpg — that may look like a misprint but it’s not.
THE RIVALS
Mercedes E 350 CDI Avantgarde £35,795
For Most comfortable car in the class and the quietest too
Against Looks off-putting to some
Jaguar XF Diesel Premium Luxury 3.0 V6 £38,475
For Good fun to drive; classy interior
Against Pricy; cramped in the back
Tuesday 27 April 2010
Alfa Romeo Giulietta
In two decades Alfa has gone from flair to fair. When they weren’t disappointing, Alfa’s recent cars were downright indifferent, a crime for any car maker but especially for one that built its reputation on passion.
Volkswagen Golf GT 1.4 TSI five-door £20,825
For Exceptional build quality, image, ride comfort
Against Dull styling, handling a little staid
Smooth turbo engine, but less power and sophistication than the Alfa. Beautifully built yet bland in character and driving qualities.
Monday 26 April 2010
BMW 645ci
VITAL STATISTICS
Model: BMW 645Ci
Engine type: V8, 4398cc
Power: 333bhp @ 6100rpm
Torque: 332 lb ft @ 3600rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual, rear drive
Suspension: (front) double-joint spring strut axle (rear) integral axle
Tyres: 245/45 R18
Fuel: 24.1mpg (combined)
CO2: 283g/km
Acceleration: 0-62mph: 5.6sec
Top speed: 155mph
Price: £49,955
The opposition
Model: Audi TT RS
Engine type 2480cc, five cylinders in line
Power/Torque 340bhp @ 6300rpm/ 332 lb ft @ 1600rpm
Transmission Six-speed manual
Fuel/CO2 31mpg (combined) / 214g/km
Acceleration 0-62mph: 4.6sec
Top speed 155mph
Price £42,985
Reference：http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/driving/jeremy_clarkson/article824032.ece
