New Porsche GT3 out in late 2013

The brand new Porsche 911 GT3 has been presented at the Geneva International Motor Show few weeks ago. The completely-redeveloped fifth generation of the 911 GT3 occupies the top position among Porsche sports cars with naturally-aspirated engines. The 2014 911 GT3 benefits from a new engine, transmission, body and chassis and will go on sale late in 2013 and will be priced from 160,000 euros.

As a technical highlight, the 911 GT3 features the first active rear-wheel steering in a production Porsche, as well as optional full LED headlights. The new GT3 brings to everyday driving many of the properties of a sports car developed on the track, and preserves the highly emotional fun factor.

The powertrain of the new 911 GT3 is composed of a 3.8-liter boxer engine yielding 475 hp (125 hp/liter) featuring a 9,000 rpm redline and a specially developed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK) which drives the rear wheels. The six-cylinder engine is based on the same engine as the 911 Carrera S, although they share only a few common parts. All other components, particularly the crankshaft and valve gear, were specially adapted or designed for the GT3. For instance, Porsche designed titanium connecting rods and forged pistons for this engine.

For the first time, Porsche is employing active rear wheel steering to achieve even higher steering precision and improved lateral dynamics. Depending on the speed, the rear wheels steer in the same or opposite direction of the front wheels, improving stability and agility. Other new features that improve driving dynamics are an electronically controlled, fully variable rear differential lock and dynamic engine mounts. Contact with the road is made by new 20-inch, forged alloy wheels with center-locking hubs in place of conventional wheel bolts

The 2014 911 GT3 is based on the light yet stiff body of the current generation 911 Carrera, which employs a hybrid steel and aluminum construction; however, it comes with unique front and rear parts specific to the GT3. Another distinctive feature is the large, fixed rear wing, which contributes to the exemplary aerodynamics.

By combining low air resistance with even more power, the 2014 911 GT3 sets new performance standards. At full acceleration from standstill, the 60 mph mark is reached after just 3.3 seconds, and on the track 124 mph is reached in less than twelve seconds.

That's Porsche, and that's what we want to see from a sporty brand!

Lambo goes to family

It's official: Lamborghini Urus will be produced in 2017. It has been confirmed for the 50th year celebration of the italian firm, and Urus will be the first SUV produced by Lamborghini.

After Porsche Cayenne and Bentley EXP 9F also Lambo decides to change its target to family, not focusing only in sport luxury cars.

Lamborghini Urus has been officially presented at the Beijing Motor Show '12 and opened a strong discussion. Lambo's fans didn't seem to appreciate these changes, moreover also the aesthetic was claimed as awful.

Rumors say that Lamborghini Urus could be the cheapest model produced by the italian firm, listing from 170.000 euros, about 20.000 euros less than the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, the cheapest one for sale nowadays. The main idea is to produce a family-friendly car with 4 seats that is totally different from the usual cars produced by Lamborghini, despite that, Urus will have a 600Hp engine (maybe also a hybrid version will be produced) 4.0 litres V8. Only 3000 pieces a year will be made.

What Lamborghini is planning is something all the biggest auto producers have already done – Porsche has been the first with his Cayenne, Bentley is starting now, Maserati and also Ferrari with his FF. So it's not so strange to see that Lamborghini wants to maintain the same level of offer made by his competitors. Despite that maybe it'd be better if sport car producers continue in the way of offering sporty cars and not family SUV that do not reflect their original brand image.

http://www.lamborghini.com/en/models/concepts/urus/overview/

LaFerrari: The First Hybrid

It's a novelty for the brand Ferrari. The first Hybrid, simply called LaFerrari. It's a limited edition. Ferrari will make 499 units. The car has a 963Hp V12 motor, 800Hp gasoline engine supplemented by a 163Hp electric motor. From 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3'' and from 0 to 200 km/h in less than 7''.

Ferrari promises that LaFerrari is faster than any other road legal car Ferrari has ever been produced. That's it about the technical details. The style of the car is futuristic and better tan expected. It presents swooping lines and has some similarities to the edged Enzo. The front looks a bit aggressive. But it blends elegance and speed. The interior looks futuristic with a lot of buttons and a high technical level. But the side mirrors are really strange. It looks like ears of a bee.

The price is around 1 Million Euro, but buyers can come forward through invitation only.

I am quite wondered: why does Ferrari manufactures a hybrid? Does Ferrari want to get green? I understand the point that Ferrari doesn't plan on being left behind, but is a target customer of sportcar really interested in the consumption of the car? I don't think so. When you have the pockets to buy a Ferrari, you don't care about if the car consumes 10 or 20 litres. It's fun, not sensible. Ferrari is not a brand which is really environmentally-conscious. Nobody expected this brand in this niche. Such a image-change to environmental-friendly supercar wouldn't be good. That doesn't make sense.

For any further informations, visit the Ferrari official site : www.laferrari.com