Lamborghini. Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. (Italian: [lamborˈɡiːni] ( )) is an Italian brand and manufacturer of luxury sportscars and, formerly, SUVs, which is owned by the Volkswagen Group through its subsidiary brand division Audi. Lamborghini's production facility and headquarters are located in Sant'Agata Bolognese. In 2011, Lamborghini's 831 employees produced 1,711 vehicles.
Manufacturing magnate Italian Ferruccio Lamborghini founded Automobili Ferruccio Lamborghini S.p.A. in 1963 with the objective of producing a refined grand touring car to compete with offerings from established marques such as Ferrari. Lamborghini grew rapidly during its first decade, but sales plunged in the wake of the 1973 worldwide financial downturn and the oil crisis. Lamborghini's Sant'Agata Bolognese production facility produces V12 engines and finished cars.
History[edit] Origin[edit] A 1951 Lamborghini 22PS farm tractor 1963-1972 - Ferruccio Lamborghini[edit] Early 1960s - Start-up and 350GT[edit] Lamborghini Murciélago. The Lamborghini Murcielago is a sports car produced by Italian automaker Lamborghini between 2001[2] and 2010. Successor to the Diablo and flagship of the automaker's lineup, the Murciélago was introduced as a coupé in 2001.
The Murcielago was first available in North America for the 2002 model year. The automaker's first new design in eleven years, the car was also the brand's first new model under the ownership of German parent company Audi, which is owned by Volkswagen. It is styled by Peruvian-born Belgian Luc Donckerwolke, Lamborghini's head of design from 1998 to 2005.[3] Name[edit] In a continuation of Lamborghini's tradition of naming its cars after stars from the world of bullfighting, the Murciélago is named for a fighting bull that survived 24 sword strokes in an 1879 fight against Rafael "El Lagartijo" Molina Sánchez, at the Coso de los califas bullring in Córdoba, Spain.
Murciélago fought with such passion and spirit that the matador chose to spare its life, a rare honor. Lamborghini Reventón. The Lamborghini Reventón (Spanish pronunciation: [reβenˈton]) is a mid-engine sports car that debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. It was the most expensive Lamborghini road car until the Lamborghini Veneno was launched, costing two million dollars (~€1.5 million, or ~£840,000).[1] Its top speed was recorded in Dubai, UAE at 221 miles per hour (355.7 km/h).
The official press release stated that only 20 vehicles would be sold to the public,[2] with one additional car (marked as 00/20) produced for the Lamborghini Museum.[3] Although early rumors indicated the total number would actually be 100,[2][4][5] each Reventón is stamped with its number in the sequence of 20 between the driver's and passenger's seats. Despite the exterior being new,[2] almost all the mechanical elements (including the engine) are sourced directly from the Murciélago LP640.[6] According to the official press release, the Reventón exterior styling was inspired by "the fastest airplanes".[7] Name[edit]
Lamborghini Gallardo. The Lamborghini Gallardo (/ɡaɪˈjɑrdoʊ/; Italian: [ɡaʎˈʎardo]) was a sports car built by Lamborghini, their most-produced model to date with over 10,000 built in its first seven years of production and 14,022 being produced throughout its lifetime.[1] Named after a famous breed of fighting bull,[2] the V-10 Gallardo has been Lamborghini's sales leader and stable-mate to a succession of V-12 flagship models—first to the Lamborghini Murciélago (4,099 built between 2001 and 2011), then to the current flagship Lamborghini Aventador. On November 25, 2013, the last Gallardo was rolled out of the factory; it was a Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante in Rosso Mars which was purchased by a private collector. Production of the replacement for the Gallardo, the Huracán, will begin in 2014.
First Generation[edit] Gallardo[edit] Lamborghini Gallardo The first generation Gallardo came with a 5 litre 90 degree V10 (4961cc). 2005 coupe update[edit] Spyder[edit] Gallardo Superleggera[edit] SE (2005-)[edit] Chevrolet Camaro. The Chevrolet Camaro is an automobile manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand, classified as a pony car[1][2] and some versions also as a muscle car.[3][4] It went on sale on September 29, 1966, for the 1967 model year and was designed as a competing model to the Ford Mustang. The car shared its platform and major components with the Pontiac Firebird, also introduced for 1967. Background[edit] Before any official announcement, reports began running during April 1965 within the automotive press that Chevrolet was preparing a competitor to the Ford Mustang, code-named Panther.[6] On June 21, 1966, around 200 automotive journalists received a telegram from General Motors stating, "...Please save noon of June 28 for important SEPAW meeting.
Hope you can be on hand to help scratch a cat. Details will follow... (signed) John L. Cutter – Chevrolet Public Relations – SEPAW Secretary. " First generation: 1967–1969[edit] Second generation: 1970–1981[edit] Racing[edit] Ford Mustang. The Mustang created the "pony car" class of American automobiles—sports-car like coupes with long hoods and short rear decks[5]—and gave rise to competitors such as the Chevrolet Camaro,[6] Pontiac Firebird, AMC Javelin,[7] Chrysler's revamped Plymouth Barracuda and the first generation Dodge Challenger.[8] The Mustang is also credited for inspiring the designs of coupés such as the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri, which were imported to the United States.
Background[edit] The Ford Mustang was brought out five months before the normal start of the 1965 production year. The earliest versions are often referred to as 1964½ models, but VIN coded by Ford and titled as 1965 models, though minor design updates for fall 1965 contribute to tracking 1964½ production data separately from 1965 data (see data below).[9] with production beginning in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9, 1964;[10] the new car was introduced to the public on April 17, 1964[11] at the New York World's Fair.[12]
Bentley. Bentley's winged "B" badge and bonnet (hood) ornament Bentley Motors Limited (/ˈbɛntli/) is a British luxury automaker, and a wholly owned subsidiary of the German Volkswagen AG.[11] Its principal activity is the design, engineering, manufacture and distribution of luxury automobiles sold under the Bentley marque. Based in Crewe, England, Bentley Motors Limited was founded by W. O. Bentley on 18 January 1919 in Cricklewood near London and was acquired by Rolls-Royce in 1931. Bentley Motors Limited is the direct successor of Rolls-Royce Motors, which Volkswagen AG purchased in 1998. The purchase included the vehicle designs, model nameplates, production and administrative facilities, the Spirit of Ecstasy and Rolls-Royce grill shape trademarks, but not the rights to the use of the Rolls-Royce name or logo, which are owned by Rolls-Royce Holdings plc and were later licensed to BMW AG.
Cricklewood[edit] First major event – 1922 Indianapolis 500[edit] Performance at Le Mans[edit] Crewe[edit] Bentley Continental GT. The Bentley Continental GT is a grand tourer produced by British automaker Bentley Motors since 2003. It's the first car released by Bentley under Volkswagen AG-management after their acquisition of the company in 1998, and the first ever Bentley to employ "mass production" manufacturing techniques. It shares a platform with the Volkswagen Phaeton. The Continental GT has transformed the company into a major global brand. Origin[edit] In 1994 Rolls Royce Motors (who at that time owned the Bentley brand) previewed a very pretty convertible concept car at the Geneva Motor Show - the Concept Java. This was to be a highly desirable Bentley, but smaller, much more affordable, yet still exclusive enough to maintain the integrity of the brand. First generation (2003–2011)[edit] Continental GT (2003-)[edit] 2005 model year update, Mulliner Driving Specification (2004-)[edit] The vehicles went on sale in October 2004.[8][9][10] Flying Spur[edit] Continental GT Diamond Series (2006-)[edit]
Bentley Mulsanne (2010) The Bentley Mulsanne is a luxury car produced by Bentley Motors Limited in the United Kingdom.[4] The name is derived from Bentley's historical racing pedigree, which included five victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans — the Mulsanne Straight being the stretch of the Le Mans racing circuit where cars reach their highest speeds. The Mulsanne is the first flagship car to be independently designed by Bentley Motors in nearly 80 years; the last being W.O. Bentley's 8 litre model in 1930.[8] Afterward, most Bentleys shared platforms with Rolls-Royce cars.[7] The new Mulsanne was unveiled at the 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance,[9] followed by 2009 Frankfurt motor show,[9] 2010 North American International Auto Show,[10] 2012 Qatar International Motor Show.[11] The first vehicle produced, with chassis number 00001, was sold in 2009 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach auction for USD$500,000 (USD$550,000 after buyer premium) to an undisclosed bidder.[12][13][14] Bentley Mulsanne.
Honda Civic. The Honda Civic is a line of compact cars manufactured by Honda. Originally a subcompact, the Civic has gone through several generational changes, become both larger and more upmarket. It currently slots between the Honda Fit and Honda Accord. The first Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door model,[1] followed by a three-door hatchback that September. With an 1169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive like the British Mini, the car provided good interior space despite overall small dimensions.[2] Initially gaining a reputation for being fuel-efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly, later iterations have become known for performance and sportiness, especially the Civic Type-R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi and Civic SiR.[3][4] As of 2006, a total of 16.5 million Civics had been sold worldwide. Background[edit] First generation (1972–1979) SB1, SG, SE, VB[edit] The first generation Honda Civic was introduced in 1972, but sold as a 1973 model.
Fifth-generation Civic Ferio sedan. Main Page - Wikicars. Gumpert Apollo. The Gumpert Apollo is a sports car produced by German automaker Gumpert Sportwagenmanufaktur GmbH in Altenburg. Gumpert entered into Administration in August 2012, though production continues with the company attending the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.[1] History[edit] Pre-production car The company, located in Altenburg, Germany, was founded in 2004 under the name GMG Sportwagenmanufaktur Altenburg GmbH. The technical guidelines were defined and the first designs of the car were drawn by Marco Vanetta. Upon Vanetta's completion of this process, the first 1:4 scale model of Gumpert's car was produced in 2001. Gumpert continued with the development of the Apollo, along with the Technical University of Munich and the Ingolstadt University of Applied Sciences.
Motorsport[edit] HHF Hybrid Concept Car During April 2005 the Apollo made its racing debut in the Divinol Cup. Design[edit] The Apollo is a 1,100 kg (2,400 lb) to 1,200 kg (2,600 lb) (depending on options), street-legal race car. Engine[edit] AC Cobra. The AC Cobra, sold as the Ford/Shelby AC Cobra in the United States and often known colloquially as the Shelby Cobra in that country, is an American-engined British sports car produced intermittently since 1962. History and development[edit] Like many British specialist manufacturers, AC Cars had been using the Bristol straight-6 engine in its small-volume production, including its AC Ace two-seater roadster.
This had a hand-built body with a steel tube frame, and aluminium body panels that were made using English wheeling machines. The engine was a pre-World War II design of BMW which by the 1960s was considered dated. Bristol decided in 1961 to cease production of its engine and instead to use Chrysler 331 cu in (5.4 L) V8 engines.
AC started using the 2.6 litre Ford Zephyr engine in its cars. Production[edit] A stroker 289 (325),and the larger 390/427 up to the "cammer" 427 was considered. The new car was designed in cooperation with Ford in Detroit. Chassis numbering[edit] Coupé[edit] SSC Aero. The SSC Aero is an American-built mid-engine sports car by SSC North America (formerly known as Shelby SuperCars). The higher-performance limited-production version had formerly been listed in Guinness World Records as the fastest production car in the world. The record is currently held by Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, since 2010 when it reached the speed of 431.072 km/h.
Recently the record was reverted to the SSC Ultimate Aero but only for a week as Guinness World Records changed its mind once again regarding the testing of the Bugatti: “Following a thorough review conducted with a number of external experts, Guinness World Records is pleased to announce the confirmation of Bugatti’s record of Fastest production car achieved by the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport.
The focus of the review was with respect to what may constitute a modification to a car’s standard specification. Prototype[edit] 2004 - SSC Aero SC/8T №1[edit] Technical specification 2005 - SSC Aero SC/8T №1 (Update)[edit] Bugatti. Coordinates: Automobiles Ettore Bugatti was a French car manufacturer of high-performance automobiles, founded in 1909 in the then German city of Molsheim, Alsace by Italian-born Ettore Bugatti.
Bugatti cars were known for their design beauty (Ettore Bugatti was from a family of artists and considered himself to be both an artist and constructor) and for their many race victories. The death of Ettore Bugatti in 1947 proved to be the end for the marque, and the death of his son Jean Bugatti in 1939 ensured there was not a successor to lead the factory. No more than about 8000 cars were made. The company struggled financially, and released one last model in the 1950s, before eventually being purchased for its airplane parts business in the 1960s. In the 1990s, an Italian entrepreneur revived it as a builder of limited production exclusive sports cars.
Today, the name is owned by German automobile manufacturing group Volkswagen. Under Ettore Bugatti War and its aftermath Racing successes (key) Bugatti Veyron. The Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 is a mid-engined sports car, designed and developed by the Volkswagen Group and manufactured in Molsheim, France by Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. On 6 April 2013, Bugatti set the record for having the highest top speed of any roadster in the world with the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, reaching on average a top speed of 408.84 km/h (254.04 mph).[6][7] The Veyron's chief designer was Hartmut Warkuss, and the exterior was designed by Jozef Kabaň of Volkswagen, with much of the engineering work being conducted under the guidance of engineering chief Wolfgang Schreiber.
A number of special variants have been produced. In December 2010, Bugatti began offering prospective buyers the ability to customize exterior and interiors colours by using the Veyron 16.4 Configurator application on the marque's official website.[8][9] Origin of the car The decision to start production of the car was taken by the Volkswagen Group in 2001. Name origin World record controversy First U.S. Bugatti EB110. Lexus. Lexus LFA. Lexus CT. Lexus ES. Lexus IS F. Lexus SC. Lexus HS. Porsche. Porsche 911. Porsche Cayman. Porsche Boxster.