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Mansory P780 based on the Audi RS Q8

After upgrading the Audi RS6 Avant in 2020, Mansory decided to do it again by introducing the P780. The car is based on the Audi RS Q8 and received better aerodynamic solutions, more power and better performance.

At first glance, the most attention is drawn to the front part, a more aggressive bumper has larger air intakes and a diffuser with a carbon finish. The hood has a better design and carbon finish, while the rest of the body is painted green. Yellow details are found on the bumpers, rims and brake calipers, and it is worth mentioning that all the carbon components are manufactured by Mansory. It’s equipped with a set of 24-inch wheels wrapped in 295/30 R24 front and 355/24 R24 rear tires.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Audi RS Q8 is powered by a 4.0L V8 engine with 780 hp (574 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. As a reminder, the standard RS Q8 has 600 hp (441 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque, and the power has been increased thanks to a new exhaust system and a modified ECU unit. As a result of the upgrade, it reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 199 mph (320 km/h).

Source: Mansory

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2004 Subaru Impreza WRX STI powered by a Ferrari engine

Two weeks ago the Oregon Trail Rally was held and the Ferrari-engined Subaru was the star of the show. The car is owned by Sam Albert, and a video of the event was posted on the DirtFish YouTube channel.

The owner put the car together by exploiting a “loophole”. The class for four-wheel drive cars allows naturally aspirated engines with a volume of up to 4.5 liters, with no other restrictions. So Albert purchased a Ferrari 4.3-liter F136 V8 in California with 454 hp (334 kW) and 358 lb-ft (485 Nm) of torque. This engine takes the place of Subaru’s 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which delivers 300 hp (221 kW) and 300 lb-ft (407 Nm) of torque. There was enough space to install the engine with minor modifications, while the radiator was moved back for better weight distribution.

Let’s say something about the race. The special stage features different surfaces, initially driven on tarmac and later transitioning to dirt and grass, just like in Relly races today. In order to better experience driving and the track, the camera is placed above and behind the car, not inside. We get the same experience as in a video game, however, the Ferrari V8 engine makes a sound, better than in any game.

Source: DirtFish via YouTube

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McLaren 650S with new body kit

At the 2014 Geneva Motor Show the British automaker unveiled its new sports car, the McLaren 650S. It was produced until 2017 and was offered in two versions, retractable hard-top convertible (Spider) and coupe. Even though it is a car, which many believe attracts the eyes of many with its design, and should not stand out more, the tuner Zacoe made the car more impressive with a special equipnemt kit.

Inspired by various McLaren racing cars, Zacoe designed a wide body kit for the 650S. Most noticeable is the large rear wing, apparently designed under the influence of the M8D Can-Am driven by Bruce McLaren. There is also a new diffuser that not only looks great but also contributes to aerodynamics. Attention is also drawn to the redesigned rear part of the car where the exhaust system (designed by Frequency Intelligence Exhaust) is at the top, and found inspiration in the McLaren 600LT.

The car also received new aerodynamic rally-inspired disc rims, as well as extended front and rear wheel arches. Zacoe also prepared the wings and placed them behind the front wheels, something similar to the case of the 720S GT3X model. The rest of the car is adorned with a lightweight carbon fiber hood, front fender vents and a front lip spoiler, just like the racing 650S GT3.

Under the hood, there were no changes. McLaren 650S is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8L V8 engine with 641 hp (478 kW) and 500 lb-ft (678Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch Seamless-Shift gearbox (SSG). It reaches 62 mph in 3.0 seconds, 124 mph (200 km/h) in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 204 mph (329 km/h).

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McLaren 650S with new body kit

Source: Zacoe