BRABUS Conflict – 900HP Drag Race

August 13th, 2024

Based in Germany, BRABUS Automotive is recognized as a tuning company. While BRABUS specializes in Mercedes-Benz, Maybach and Smart vehicles, the firm has also ventured into the Porsche arena. Tonight, we will ride along with the guys at Carwow as they pull off a three-way drag race between a BRABUS 900 Rocket R, a BRABUS 900 Superblack GLS and a BRABUS 900 Superblack G 63. Of course, the favorite to win is the 900 Rocket R. Based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S, the Rocket is far more capable than either the GLS or the G63. To the already potent Read More

Turbo Hatchback Honda vs. Tesla Model X Plaid, C7 Corvette Z06 and More – Street Digs

August 12th, 2024

Sounding a lot like an angry bumblebee, the Frustrate Honda Civic Hatchback is a savage on the streets. Equipped with a big turbo 2.4-liter four-cylinder (high-performance connecting rods and pistons) engine and an all-wheel drivetrain (from a Honda Pilot), this hatchback has earned the name “Frustrate.” The muscle-bound import will be thoroughly tested this evening. In the first race, the Honda will take on a Tesla Model X Plaid with some degree of weight reduction. As expected, the Tesla jumps out to an early advantage. Unexpectedly, the little Honda spools up and drives around the Model X near the trap Read More

Porsche 911 Reimagined – Singer Vehicle Design

August 9th, 2024

Top Gear was so impressed by this Singer recreation of the iconic 964 generation Porsche 911 that they sent assistant magazine editor Tom Ford across the pond for a look. At first glance, this is a nice looking 1970s Porsche 911. Further inspection reveals that something is off. Not offensive, just different. The body work is impeccable, and the stance is perfection. So, what gives? Is this just a well-maintained old Porsche or is something more sinister at hand? Singer Vehicle Design has recreated the entire body of this beloved German sports car in carbon-fiber. The only steel parts on Read More

Supercar Slam – Motor Trend 4-Way Drag Race

July 31st, 2024

We’ve got a real treat on tab for today. Motor Trend is lining up the four baddest supercars (within reason) on the planet for a drag race. On hand for this affair are a bevy of sophisticated beauties. There’s the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, the Maserati MC20 Cielo, the McLaren 750S Coupe and the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray. The desert sands are about to get even hotter. At a curb weight of just 3,220-pounds, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a rear engine, rear-wheel drive rocket. Equipped with a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat 6 engine that can produce 518hp, the Porsche Read More

Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. Whipple Ford Mustang GT – Street Hits

July 19th, 2024

It’s on like hotcakes on the streets (of Mexico) this evening. It seems that a grudge race is in the making. The interstate traffic is light, and the night air is hot as these two competitors roll into action. The sights and sounds are like nitrous oxide for the soul. Enjoy the action. In the right lane is the 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S. This beautiful German rolls off the assembly line with a turbocharged 3.8-liter flat six-cylinder engine that can make 640hp and 590 lb.-ft. of torque. At a curb weight of 3,646-pounds, the 911 Turbo S can accelerate Read More

Motor Trend Track Tests New Porsche 911 GT3 RS

July 15th, 2024

When Motor Trend began searching for the 2024 Performance Vehicle of the Year, getting the Porsche 911 GT3 RS on the track was a no-brainer. After all, the GT3 RS is the most track ready version of the iconic 911 lineup. With extreme aerodynamic features, an active-air downforce setup and a 9,000 RPM redline, this version of the GT3 RS may be the most capable Porsche road car to date. The rear-wheel drive, rear engine Porsche 911 GT3 RS is poised on a control arm front suspension with four-link setup in the rear. The brakes are vented and cross-drilled ceramic Read More

Max Effort Corvette Z06 vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S – 200 MPH Street Hits

June 18th, 2024

These summer nights are heating up and that means it’s street racing season in the Dirty South (Mexico). These racers are in it to win it with their elite machines and their production hot rods are modified to push the envelope when it comes to speed and acceleration in roll racing action. Don’t knock it if you haven’t tried it. It’s pure exhilaration. We have a 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S running in the right lane. This is a rear-engine, all-wheel drive coupe equipped with a twin turbocharged flat 6 engine and an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The 911 Turbo Read More

All New Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S and Audi R8 GT – Drag Race

June 18th, 2024

You heard it right; this is a 3-way drag race between a trio of cars from the European market. These factory hot rods include the newly redesigned Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 with its twin turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox. The most economical of these three competitors, the all-wheel drive GT63 can muster up 585hp and accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.6-seconds. This unabashedly German machine can also turn the quarter-mile in 10.7-seconds @ 129 mph. Giddy-up! In the middle lane is the mid-engine rear-wheel drive Audi R8 GT. Powered by a naturally aspirated Read More

Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. C7 Magnuson Corvette Z06 – Street Hits

June 4th, 2024

Tonight, the roll racing action will be from 50 to 150 mph, and it will be on the streets (of Mexico). Each competitor has studiously prepared their respective top-tier high-performance machines in order to win these specific types of races. Both racers will be accompanied by a single passenger. These passengers will undoubtedly be white-knuckling the grab handles (where available). On the right is the 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S. At a base price of more than $200K, the all-wheel drive 911 Turbo S features a twin turbocharged flat 6 engine with an aluminum block and heads. In stock trim, Read More

Hybrid Supercar Clash – 3-Way Drag Race

April 24th, 2024

Did you ever wonder what would win in a drag race between high-powered hybrids? We go across the pond for a crash course in hybrid supercar supremacy with Matt from carwow at the helm. Relish in this contest of power and speed as three of Europe’s feistiest production cars take to the track for a series of standing drag races. First up is the new (2024) Lamborghini Revuelto with its 6.5-liter V12 gas burner and a trio of electric motors. Standing alone, the mid-mounted V12 engine is capable of producing 814hp. Three electric motors bump the maximum output up to Read More

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