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Porsche 911 Safari on the Nürburgring

As we recently announced, Porsche is intensively testing the new 911 Safari model. This time CarSpyMedia has released a video from the Nürburgring which shows a prototype of a legal-road rally model with off-road capabilities.

The video shows that the suspension is slightly higher than the Carrera 4S on which it is based. It is the same car whose spy photos were recently published.

Although there is no confirmation yet, the Porsche 911 Safari should be powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged boxer 6 engine with 443 hp (326 kW) and 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) of torque. Power will be transmitted to all wheels via a 7-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed dual-clutch PDK.

The test model was equipped with 20-inch aluminum rims with 295/40 Pirelli tires. The standard Carrera 4S model reaches 60 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (306 kph), and the Safari model is expected to have the same performance.

Source: CarSpyMedia via YouTube

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2022 Ferrari Roma with DMC Aero Kit

German tuning company DMC has equipped the recently unveiled 2022 Ferrari Roma with the Carbon Fiber Aero Package (DMC Aero Kit). It is a new mid-front-engined 2+ coupé that now looks more powerful.

The car is made with Gloss or Matte Coating finish. The new DMC Aero Kit brings carbon fiber front lips, side skirts, a rear wing spoiler and a rear diffuser made of light and strong carbon fibers, which allow the car to have better grip. According to the company, it takes about 80 minutes to install all the elements. Compared to the standard model, the car is closer to the ground by an additional 35 millimeters.

Under the hood is an upgraded 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 708 hp (520 kW) and 655 lb-ft (888 Nm) of maximum torque. As a reminder, the standard Ferrari Roma model has 620 hp (456 kW) and 560 lb-ft (760 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds with a top speed of (326 kph).

The price of the Carbon Fiber Aero Package (DMC Aero Kit) is $ 3,390.00 – $ 4,990.00.

Source: DMC

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BMW 8 Series (E31)

30 years since its appearance on the market, the BMW 8 Series (E31) continues to enjoy a special status. One interesting example of this model caught attention last month on the SEMA show.

The 850ci, which began its life like any other but underwent radical changes during the three-month period to be ready for the event. Now, it looks more modern but also more aggressive than before.

The body is wrapped in foil with BMW M paint. It is equipped with a Pandem body kit that includes a larger front lip spoiler, wider front and rear wheel arches, extended sills, a rear spoiler and an air suspension that allows lowering closer to the ground. It is mounted on BC Forged North America 19 inch wheels with Toyo R888R tires. For safe stopping and braking there are Brembo brakes.

Speaking of powertrain, the 850ci was offered with several engine types:

  • 4.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine with 282 hp (207 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque,
  • 4.4-liter V8 engine with 282 hp (207 kW) and 309 lb-ft (420 Nm) of torque,
  • 5.0-liter V12 engine with 296 hp (218 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque,
  • 5.4-liter V12 engine with 322 hp (237 kW) and 361 lb-ft (490 Nm) of torque.

Some may not like the changes, but many will say it still fits the 8 Series.

Source: BMW

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