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2010 Grand Sport coupe Chevrolet Corvette LS3 6.2L engine

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Grand Sport coupe Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport coupe Chevrolet Corvette LS3 6.2L engine . The Corvette Grand Sport is available in both coupe and convertible body styles, with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. The LS3 6.2L engine is rated at 430 horsepower (321 kW) and 424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm) with the standard exhaust system. An optional two-mode exhaust system raises the power output to 436 horses (325 kW) and 428 lb.-ft. (580 Nm). The 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport which was introduced at the 12th annual C5/C6 Corvette Birthday Bash , held at the National Corvette Museum , in Bowling Green, Ky. combines the Corvette�s LS3- based powertrain with unique, wide-body styling and a racing-derived suspension. Grand Sport coupe Chevrolet Corvette The Grand Sport replaces the Corvette�s previous Z51 package and brings a greater degree of handling performance, with wider wheels and tires; revised shock, stabilizer bar and spring specificatio...

Aston Martin Rally GT Racing V8 Vantage

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Aston Martin Rally GT V8 Vantage T he Aston Martin Rally GT, based on the Aston Martin V8 Vantage , was developed by Aston Martin Racing and automotive engineering specialists Prodrive (see Prodrive P2) for use in rally racing. The Aston Martin Rally GT was extensively engineered by Prodrive , and like the DBRS9 based on the A ston Martin DB9 , the Rally GT is based on a standard road car's chassis. However the Rally GT has been fitted with a Prodrive rollcage, a tuned and more responsive version of the standard car's 4.3 litre V8 , and new competition Eibach springs and adjustable EXE-TC dampers. The 6-speed transmission is the same unit found in the road car, but it can be upgraded to a close ratio dog engagement gearbox specifically developed for the Aston Martin Rally GT.

MK III Austin Healey 3000 Improved due to engine modifications.

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The Austin Healey 3000 The Austin Healey 3000 was the replacement car for the Austin Healey 100/6 . The Austin Healey 3000 was a superior car to its predecessor, equipped with many improved features and updated parts. During its production lifetime the Austin Healey 3000 went through three different versions, the MK I, MK II and MK III . The A ustin Healey 3000 MK I (1959 - 1961) was fitted with a 3.0 litre inline six cylinder engine developing 124 horsepower. The engine was equipped with twin SU carburetors. And the car featured disc brakes at the front. The Austin Healey 3000 MK II (1961 - 1963) introduced several improvements and design changes. The engine was enhanced by the fitment of triple SU carburettors which bumped the power up to 132 horsepower. In 1962 the BT7 2+2 version was introduced. This seating layout became the only option from 1962 onwards. The Austin Healey 3000 MK IIa introduced wind-up windows, a curved windscreen, and a convertible hood. The Austin Healey ...