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Lamborghini Urus upgraded by Mansory and MTM

This is not the first time that German tuning companies Mansory and MTM have joined forces on a joint project. As a basis for their latest creation, they used the Lamborghini Urus, which is responsible for the better financial situation of the famous Italian company.

The Mansory equipment kit brings a slightly smaller diffuser with a centrally placed triple exhaust system and larger air intakes. What sets Urus apart from similar creations is the 4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 1,001 hp (736 kW) and 922 lb-ft (1,250 Nm) of torque. Interestingly, the Bugatti Veyron has the same number of horsepower. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a modified 8-speed automatic transmission.

As a reminder, the standard Urus develops 650 hp (478 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque, and reaches 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km / h).

There is no performance data for the upgraded Urus, but there is no doubt that it will be much better than the performance of the basic Lamborghini Urus.

Source: MTM

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Honda Civic Type R at Tokyo Auto Salon

The Honda Civic Type R will be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon in the middle of next month. Currently, Honda is finishing testing the most powerful version of the Civic at the Suzuka racetrack, Japan. The car has previously passed tests at the Nürburgring and Nardo race tracks.

The new Civic is still covered in camouflage foil so it reveals little. What can be noticed in the photos are the large red brake calipers behind the dark rims with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, as well as the large spoiler on the fifth door.

Although the hybrid option was mentioned, it will not happen because the current concept has proven to be outstanding. The current Type R is powered by an improved 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol engine, from the 10th generation, with more than 306 hp (228 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm). Power is transmitted to the front axle, which will be assisted by a limited differential lock, via a six-speed manual transmission.

Since the Covid-19 still has a big impact on the automotive industry, we hope the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon won’t be delayed.

Source: Honda

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How much does the roof down affect the speed of the car?

How much does the roof down affect the speed of the car? Paul Maric from the YouTube channel CarExpert tried to answer the question. He lined up two Porsche models, the 911 Turbo Coupe and the 911 Turbo Cabriolet.

Both models are powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine with 572 hp (421 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. They are equipped with an eight-speed double clutch automatic gearbox that transmits power to all wheels.

The first test was at the 1/4 mile where the 911 Turbo Coupe achieved a time of 11.4 seconds at 206.3 km / h and reached 62 mph in 3.7 seconds. The 911 Turbo Cabriolet (Roof Up) achieved a time of 11.5 seconds at 207.5 km / h and reached 62 mph in 3.7 seconds.

Test 2 (Roof Down) – At 1/4 mile both models had the same time of 11.1 seconds. The 911 Turbo Coupe reached 62 mph in 3.3 seconds, while the 911 Turbo Cabriolet reached 62 mph in 3.2 seconds.

Test 3 (Roof On) – They equalized the weight of both cars, since the Babriolet is 20 kg heavier than the Coupe. This time, at 1/4 mile the Coupe achieved a time of 10.9 seconds and reached 62 mph in 3.1 seconds. The 911 Turbo Cabriolet achieved a time of 10.8 seconds and reached 62 mph in 3.0 seconds.

Test 4 (Roof Off) – 911 Turbo Coupe achieved a time of 11.0 seconds at 206.6 km / h and reached 62 mph in 3.1 seconds. The 911 Turbo Cabriolet achieved a time of 10.8 seconds at 208.2 km / h and reached 62 mph in 2.9 seconds.

Test 5 – They swap lanes and this time the Coupe was faster with 10.8 seconds, while the Cabriolet achieved a time of 11.1 seconds.

How relevant this was, we’re not sure. Maybe some other tests would show more accurate results. One thing is for sure, it was interesting to watch.

Source: CarExpert via YouTube