WORLD'S BEST CARS

The first serious answer from Ferrari FXX comes from a pretty unexpected direction: the British producer ASCARI.ASCARI was born in 1995, in Dorset and only recently has managed to make an important entrance on the supercar market with model KZ1. A10 has the pretence to be the fastest car in the circuit, among the homologated cars for street use. This is an affirmation not exactly that easy to sustain, considering that monsters like Veyron and also extra-light cars like Ariel Atom are also homologated for street use.But it seems that the officials at ASCARI are very sure of their statements. After that, the same officials come and bring it a step further by saying that A10 can have on the circuit extremely close to an FFX time. Pretty amazing, huh?The car is entirely hand built in Branbury, it weighs around 1200 kg, being mostly built from carbon and aluminium fibre and having an engine of 625 HP. So, until now, not very spectacular.But the start up is simply incredible: 0-100 in 2.8 seconds and 0-160 km/h in under 6 seconds. How is it possible to obtain such times with such report mass/power? It's very likely that the transmission may be a real engineering masterpiece.Ascari A10 is much stronger than a KZ1, the modified parts going from new body panels to a new engine and transmission plus a brake modified system capable to absorb the extra power.There will be produced only 10 units, at a price of 520 000euro. If it seems too much, think about the fact that an Enzo FXX costs 1.5 million Euro and is restrictioned at circuit use.

An awesome super car, the Ascari Ecosse is a super car costing around 89,000 British pounds and it was introduced in 1999. With 400 horsepower at 6100 rpm, it can reach 0-60 in 4.1 secs and it has a top speed of 200 mph.

The Ascari A410 is a super car made for racing experts and it was introduced in 2001. With 600 horsepower and 10250 rpm, this car can smoke any super cars on the market.

The 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider is a two seater stylish convertible car.
The Alfa Romeo Spider consists of a V6 engine with a capacity of 3197 cc that delivers an output power of 260 bhp. The interiors are a highlight which includes the two seats that measure 53.3 inches high, 171.4 inches long and 71.4 inches wide.
The Alfa Romeo Spider also contains radio controls and dual zone climatic controls on the steering wheel. The Alfa Romeo Spider is available in two versions which consist of a 2.2 JTS engine that delivers an output power of 185 bhp and the other version consists of a powerful 3.2 JTS engine that delivers an output power of 260 bhp.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: - production car, 2-door convertibleConfiguration: - Front Engine/ RWDEngine: - V6Displacement: - 3179 ccTorque: - 260 lb-ft @ ---- rpmWidth: - 74.1 inLength: - 171.4 inHeight: - 53.3 in

The 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione was first displayed at the Paris Motor Show in the year 2006.
EngineThe 8C Competizione consists of an 8 cylinder 4.7 engine with a capacity of 4691 cc that delivers 470 Nm at 4750 rpm and output power of 450 bhp at 7000 rpm. The cylinder cooling system and internal fluid movements are designed to attain high permeability and intake load cooling.
The engine and cylinder heads are made of aluminum alloys and it is fitted with five bearings to make sure the engine structure is hard.

Body StructureThe car is of less weight which makes it a high performance vehicle. The body of the car is made of carbon fiber in order to decrease the weight for better handling.

Gearbox and Self-Locking DifferentialThe gearbox makes sure of the weight distribution for better handling, due to the engines less size and weight. As a result, power unit can be placed at the back for the required sporty configuration.
The gearbox is located behind the steering wheel which is computerized. The self-locking differential permits stability and acceleration in all conditions. The gear shifts may be operated in these modes:• Automatic-Normal• Automatic-Sport• Manual-Normal• Manual-Sport• Ice

Suspension and Braking SystemThe suspensions are newly designed with aluminum axle carrier, extra support and double wishbone layout. Ventilated discs with aluminum calipers are used for better braking at heavy times.
InteriorsThe interiors include the anatomical seats and the steering wheel which are wrapped in carbon fiber.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: - production car, 2-door convertibleConfiguration: - Front Engine/ RWDEngine: - V8Displacement: - 4691 ccTorque: - 347 lb-ft @ 4750 rpmHorsepower: - 450 bhp @ 7000 rpmTransmission: - 6-Speed TiptronicRPM: -7500

The Alfa Romeo 147 is manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in the year 2000, which continues to the present day. It is a small car which was also listed as the “European Car of the Year” in the year 2001.
The Alfa Romeo was designed by Wolfgang Egger, a German car designer and Walter de’Silva an Italian car designer. The outer looks of the car is a highlight which received a number of awards.

In the year 2002, a high performance 147 GTA model has been launched as a competitor to BMW 130i, Renault Megane RS, Audi S3 and Volkswagen Golf R32. It consisted of a 3.2 V6 engine with 6-speed manual transmission. It delivered an output power of 247 hp and the top speed is 153 mph.
A number of modifications were done to the Alfa Romeo 147 in the year 2004 which included the new headlights and rear lights, front grille and interiors. Also, the powerful engine and suspensions has been used.

The Alfa Romeo 147 has received around 27 awards, among them the famous ones are “European Car of the Year” in the year 2001, “The Golden Steering Wheel’ in 2000 and “Brazil Import Car of the Year” in 2002.
Over the years, the petrol engines used in the Alfa Romeo 147 are
• 1.6 TS I4 engine with 1598 cc with output power of 77 KW and torque of 140 Nm with a top speed of 115 mph.• 1.6 TS I4 engine with 1598 cc with output power of 88 KW and torque of 146 Nm with a top speed of 121 mph.• 2.0 TS I4 engine with 1970 cc with output power of 110 KW and torque of 181 Nm with a top speed of 129 mph.• 3.2 GTA V6 engine with 3179 cc with output power of 184 KW and torque of 300 Nm with a top speed of 153 mph.
The diesel engines are
• 1.9 JTD 8V I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 74 KW and torque of 200 Nm with a top speed of 114 mph.• 1.9 JTD 8V I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 85 KW and torque of 275 Nm with a top speed of 119 mph.• 1.9 JTD 8V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 88 KW and torque of 280 Nm with a top speed of 120 mph.• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 103 KW and torque of 305 Nm with a top speed of 128 mph.• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 110 KW and torque of 305 Nm with a top speed of 129 mph.• 1.9 JTD 16V M-Jet I4 engine with 1910 cc with output power of 125 KW and torque of 330 Nm with a top speed of 134 mph.

Specifications
Vehicle Type: - small family car, 3 and 5-door hatchbackPetrol engines: -1.6L TSI4, 2.0L TSI4 and 3.2L V6Diesel engine: - 1.9L JTDI4Transmission: - 5-speed manual and 6-speed ManualWheelbase: - 100.2 inLength: - 166.3 inWidth: - 68.1 inHeight: - 56.8 in

The Alfa Romeo SZ is a limited production high performance sports car manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in between the years 1989-1991.
Alfa Romeo SZThe Alfa Romeo SZ was first displayed at the “Geneva Motor Show” in the year 1989. It was designed by Robert Opron, a French automotive designer and the interiors have been designed by Antonio Castellana. The entire car was built based on Alfa Romeo 75, the suspensions were modified and a hydraulic damper system has been introduced and the wheels have been covered with Pirelli P Zero tires. It consisted of a 3.0 V6 engine with a capacity of 2959 cc that delivered an output power of 207 hp at 6200 rpm and 181 lb-ft torque at 4500 rpm. The number of units manufactured in the Alfa Romeo SZ series is about 1036.
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Alfa Romeo RZThe Alfa Romeo RZ version has been launched in the year 1992 with red, yellow and black colors. A total of 284 units have been manufactured, all these cars consisted of the same 3.0 V6 engine which was used in Alfa Romeo SZ with a capacity of 2959 cc that delivered an output power of 207 hp at 6200 rpm and 181 lb-ft torque at 4500 rpm.
The Alfa Romeo SZ can also be seen in the movie “Ghost in the Shell” and “Super Cars II” game.

Specifications of the SZ
Vehicle Type: - sports carConfiguration: - Front EngineEngine: - 3.0 L V6Displacement: - 2959 ccTransmission: - 5-Speed manualHorse power: - 210 bhp at 6200 rpmTorque: - 245 N-m at 4500 rpmWheelbase: - 98.8 inchesWidth: - 68.1 inchesLength: - 159.8 inchesHeight: - 51.6 inches in SZ and 51.2 inches in RZWeight: - 2769 lb in SZ and 3042 lb in RZ

The Alfa Romeo sprint was manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in between the years 1976-1989. A total of 116,552 units have been manufactured which were sold in Australia, Europe, New Zeeland and South Africa.
Up to 1983, the car was considered as Alfasud Sprint and later it was renamed as Alfa Romeo Sprint. The first models consisted of a 1.2 L Flat-4 engine with a capacity of 1286 cc that delivered an output power of 75 bhp. In the year 1983, a number of modifications have been done which included the plastic bumpers, headlamps, top and grille.

The 1984 models were modified, which consisted of a new drum brakes and a 1.7 Boxer engine with a capacity of 1712 cc that delivered an output power of 114 bhp.
DesignThe 1970 models measured 4.02 meters long with two lamps on the grille. The 1980 models consisted of 14 inch wheels which are covered with Michelin 340 mm tires and plastic side bumpers.
InteriorsThe ignition key is located on the steering wheels left side and some switches for the rear window and rear fog are located at the middle console.
The engines used in the Alfa Romeo Sprint over the years are
1.2 L Boxer Flat-4 engine:The capacity of this engine is about 1286 cc and delivered an output power of 75 bhp.
1.3 L Boxer Flat-4 engine:The capacity of this engine is about 1351 cc and delivered an output power of 77 to 84 bhp.
1.5 L Boxer Flat-4 engine:The capacity of this engine is about 1490 cc and delivered an output power of 84 to 105 bhp.
1.7 L Boxer Flat-4 engine:The capacity of this engine is about 1712 cc and delivered an output power of 114 bhp.
Specifications
Vehicle Type: - 3-door coupeConfiguration: - Front EngineEngine: - 1.2 L Flat-4, 1.3 L Flat-4, 1.5 L Flat-4 and 1.7 L Flat-4,Transmission: - 5-Speed manualWheelbase: - 2455 mmWidth: - 1620 mmLength: - 4024 mmHeight: - 1297 mmWeight: - 2017 lb

The Alfa Romeo Montreal is a sports car manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in between the years 1970-1977.
The Alfa Romeo Montreal was first displayed at the “International and Universal Exposition” at Montreal, Canada in the year 1967. Later, the first production car was displayed at the “Geneva Motor Show” in the year 1970. It consisted of a 2.6 L V8 engine with a capacity of 2593 cc and a 5-speed manual gearbox. The engine is equipped with SPICA fuel injection system that delivered an output power of 200 bhp at 6500 rpm and 235 N-m torque at 4750 rpm.

The bodywork of the Alfa Romeo has been taken from Giulia GTV which featured dampers and coil springs in the front, live axle at the rear. The highlight in the car is its four headlamps at the front which is covered by unique grills. The stylish NACA duct is another highlight in the car which can be blocked off.

The Alfa Romeo GTV and the Alfa Romeo Spider have been manufactured by Alfa Romeo Automobiles in between the years 1995-2006.
Both the GTV and Spider are sports cars whereas the GTV is 2+2 coupe and the predecessor of Alfetta GTV coupe. The Spider is a two-seater and the predecessor of Giulia Spider. Both the cars have been designed by Pinnifarina, an Italian car design firm.

The Spider has been manufactured in three different phases in an Italian design which is in wedge shape, kicked up tail and advanced aerodynamics. The earlier cars consisted of 15 inch alloy wheels and later, the 18 inch alloy wheels were used. Also, the car consists of power steering, adjustable headlamps, sound system with six speakers, Anti Braking System and alarm system which is operated by a remote.

Over the years the engines used in GTV and Spider are
1.8 TS I4 engine: -This engine was used in between the years 1998-2000 which has a capacity of 1747 cc and delivers an output power of 106 KW at 6500 rpm and 169 N-m torque at 3500 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 9.2 seconds and the top speed is about 210 kmph.
2.0 TS I4 engine: -This engine was used in between the years 1998-2000 which has a capacity of 1970 cc and delivers an output power of 114 KW at 6400 rpm and 187 N-m torque at 3500 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 8.4 seconds and the top speed is about 216 kmph.
2.0 JTS I4 engine: -This engine was used in between the years 2003-2006 which has a capacity of 1970 cc and delivers an output power of 121 KW at 6400 rpm and 206 N-m torque at 3250 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 8.4 seconds and the top speed is about 220 kmph.
3.0 V6 24V engine: -This engine was used in between the years 1998-2003 which has a capacity of 2959 cc and delivers an output power of 160 KW at 6400 rpm and 265 N-m torque at 5000 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 6.8 seconds and the top speed is about 248 kmph.
3.2 V6 24V engine: -This engine was used in between the years 2003-2006 which has a capacity of 3179 cc and delivers an output power of 176 KW at 6200 rpm and 289 N-m torque at 4800 rpm. It reaches the speed of 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds and the top speed is about 255 kmph.
Specifications of Alfa Romeo GTV and Spider: -
Vehicle Type: - sports carConfiguration: - Front EngineEngine: - 1.8 TS I4, 2.0 TS I4, 2.0 JTS I4, 3.0 V6 24V and 3.2 V6 24V enginesTransmission: - 5-Speed and 6-speed manualWheelbase: - 2540 mmWidth: - 1780 mmLength: - 4285 mmHeight: - 51.9 inches and 51.8 inches in SpiderWeight: - 3020 lb to 3240 lb