Ascari A10

British supercar manufacturer, Ascari has produced the answer to the Ferrari Enzo FXX,
whereas the Enzo FXX is not road legal, it was produced to be driven during track days only and costs over $1,700,000, the A10 is road legal so can be driven home and parked on your drive, to the envy of your neighbors for just $650,000. even with this attractive price, only 10 will be built to order.

Designed, engineered and hand built in Banbury, England the A10 has 625 bhp and weighs in at around 2645 lbs, thanks to its lightweight carbon-fiber bodywork. Reaching 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds and 100 mph in less than 6 seconds, the manufacturer claims the A10 is the fastest road going production car around a race track.

This car has new body panels, a reworked engine and suspension, with extensive brake modifications to cope with the extra power. Lucky owners will also benefit, if they wish, from some luxuries such as remote central locking, electric windows and door mirrors, climate control and a Thatcham Category 1 alarm system.

The UK’s newest supercar will make its first ever appearance at the 2006 MPH show in Birmingham, England on 28 October.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

Not content to rest on past achievements or awards, Mitsubishi continues to refine one of Japan's most revered - and one of the world's best-handling - competition-derived production cars. Finding room for improvement was no small task, so Mitsubishi turned to one of the world's most powerful automotive microscopes: Nurburgring.

The Nurburgring Nordschleife is known for its bumpy surfaces, twisting corners and changes in surface friction. It was there that engineers discovered one that could use some improvement. The Nurburgring test results showed the need to deliver all the power to the road through all four tires; it also showed the need for accurate feedback that gives the driver the highest level of control over where those tires are placed. As result of such testing, in 2005, Mitsubishi introduced the next level in handling performance: the Lancer Evolution MR. The development lessons from the MR program and the knowledge gained on the WRC circuit have now trickled down to help usher in the 2006 Lancer Evolution IX: the best performing member of the series yet.

The Evolution MR features several handling improvements, a lightweight aluminum roof panel (a first for a Japanese production model), designed to lower the center of gravity and reduce the roll moment and also and lightweight BBS forged alloy wheels.

New for all Lancer Evolution models, the 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder intercooled-turbocharged engine with Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and Electronic Control (MIVEC) is tuned to deliver maximum power across lower, middle- and higher parts of the rev band. Horsepower has increased to 286 bhp at 6500 rpm, there is now more power and response on tap on the left side of the tachometer, thanks to the combination of MIVEC, a revision in the turbocharger's compressor housing, and an improved muffler that also offers a throatier exhaust note.

While a six-speed transmission is exclusive to the MR to make the power more accessible, the IX and RS models also receive a revised closer ratio 5-speed gearbox that helps keep the engine in the "sweet spot" of the power band.

Pontiac Solstice

The heart of the Solstice GXP is the Ecotec 2.0-liter turbo engine, GM’s first direct injection offering in North America. It produces 260 horsepower, making it GM’s highest specific output engine ever, at 2.1 horsepower per cubic inch of displacement (130 bhp per liter), and the most powerful production engine in the Ecotec family.
A dual-scroll turbocharger with a lightweight turbine provides nearly instant power, and an air-to-air intercooling system boosts the turbo’s performance by reducing inlet temperatures. Dual cam phasing complements the turbocharging system by optimizing valve timing at lower rpm for best turbo response and quick access to engine torque.
Direct injection technology helps the Ecotec engine produce more power while maintaining the lower fuel consumption of a small displacement port-injected engine.
With direct injection, fuel is delivered directly to the combustion chamber to create a more complete burn of the air/fuel mixture. Less fuel is required to produce the equivalent horsepower, especially at normal cruising speeds, of a conventional port-injection combustion system.
The GXP’s high-performance Ecotec turbo engine is connected to a standard five-speed manual gearbox, or an optional five-speed automotive transmission. Either transmission can propel the car from zero-to 60 mph in under 5.5 seconds.

Acura NSX

The Acura NSX supercar is an example of the performance that of every Acura vehicle. Developed out of years of racing experience, the NSX sets the benchmark for Acura technology.

The Acura NSX offers two distinct, mid mounted engines. The first is a lightweight, all-aluminum 3.2 liter V-6 engine coupled with a 6-speed, close-ratio manual transmission producing 290 horsepower. The second is a 3.0 liter V-6 engine with a 4-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission that generates 252 horsepower.

The 2005 Acura NSX features a removable roof panel for open-air driving. A sculpted, wedge-shaped body and forward canopy design clearly communicate the car's high performance personality. Additional features include a body integrated rear spoiler and airfoil, power operated sideview mirrors and Xenon High-Intensity Discharge projector-beam headlights. The NSX comes in seven exterior colors, which can be ordered with a matching or complementary interior color.

Subaru WRX STI

Subaru has restyled its Impreza line in 2006 and in addition given the massive 293 horsepower WRX STI several performance enhancements.

Following an interior redesign for 2005, all Impreza models have been restyled in 2006 to reflect the new brand identity. The new Subaru signature front-end design for Impreza features a three-section mesh grill inspired by the company’s aircraft heritage, plus boldly styled headlights with smoke-tinted lenses. The 2007 WRX STI is distinguished by the smaller hood scoop from the standard WRX to aid forward visibility. Daytime running lights are added for safety to make the WRX STI more visible to other drivers. A new roof spoiler, inspired by the Impreza World Rally Championship competition car, contributes to stability at track speeds.

In 2005 the WRX STI also received wider wheels. In 2006, the addition of a steering sensor input to the DCCD All-Wheel Drive system enhances power distribution response by more accurately relaying the car’s cornering situation. The WRX STI is based on the Impreza WRX platform but is completely re-engineered to provide even higher levels of acceleration, handling and braking performance that challenge the world’s best sports cars.

The STI is powered by a turbocharged 2.5 liter dual overhead cam boxer engine producing 293 horsepower at 6000 rpms. This engine paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission, can propel the car to 60 in under 5 seconds.

The WRX STI conveys its performance attitude from the inside, as well. The driver grips a MOMO 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel. Performance design front seats feature substantial side bolsters, integrated head restraints and embroidered “STI” logos. The seats are upholstered in unique perforated blue high-grip Ecsaine fabric with contrasting black knit bolsters, complemented by matching blue door trim and blue floor carpeting.

Lamborghini Diablo

Development of the Lamborghini Diablo began in 1989 to replace the countach model. The cars woer came from 5.7 liter 48 valve version of the legendary Lamborghini V12. It had dual overhead cams and computer controlled multi point fuel injection producing a maximum output of 492 horsepower. The vehicle was capable of reaching 60 in just over 4 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph. It was originally a rear wheel drive car with a mid mounted engine to aid in its weight balance

The vehicle featured very few amenities that we are all use to today even though it cost over 200 thousand dollars. It came with only basic radio functions, and had manual windows and no antilock brakes. These things were left out to help minimize the vehicles already large curb weight. Some of the nicer things the car featured was the option to have the driver seat custom molded to the buyer and the option to get factory fitted luggage.

The final model was built in 1998 after Audi AG took over Lamborghini. It featured a 6 liter engine. It also featured a new exhaust and intake system with refined variable valve timing.

Maserati MC12

The Maserati MC12 is a grand tourer produced by Maserati. The car entered production in 2004 with 30 cars produced (though only 25 were for sale). Another 25 were produced in 2005.

The car was built by Maserati on the chassis of the Enzo Ferrari, though the final car was much larger. The car also shared the Ferrari Dino V12 engine with slight modifications as well as the same gearbox. The only externally visible component shared with the Enzo is the windshield

The car was developed to signal Maserati's return to racing after 37 years of being out of the game. One of the requirements to participate in the FIA GT is to produce at least 25 road models. It began racing towards the end of the 2004 season achieving a victory at the Zhuhai International Circuit. They were also entered in the American Le Mans Series races in 2005 but suffered weight penalties because of its large size

The MC12 began development while Maserati was under the ownership of Ferrari. Its original name was the MCC standing for Maserati Corse Competizione.

The MC12 sports a 6 liter Enzo Ferrari Engine that pushes out 621 horsepower. It is capable of accelerating from 0-60 in just 3.8 seconds and has a maximum speed of 205 mph.