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electric supercar with 1,000 hp comes from India

Although India is known for cars that are affordable to everyone, it has not stayed out of the production of super cars. Recently, Mean Metal Motors introduced its second supercar called the Azani with 1,000 hp and a top speed of 220 mph.

Ultra light and durable materials were used in the construction of Azani. The car uses a hybrid skateboard aluminum spaceframe adaptable for use on other vehicles. Adaptive suspension with double wishbone, provides instant and simultaneous response to changing terrain and driving stability.

Comfortable with higher passenger capacity, the Azani provides a smoother drive to the driver. Its electric motors are powered by a 120 kWh battery that produces enough juice for a range of 325 miles (522 kilometers). With 1,000 hp and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque, the Azani reaches 60 mph in about 2 seconds.

With a top speed of 220 mph (354 km / h), this super car is equipped with ventilated carbon brakes. The braking system allows the driver to react in time for a safe stop.

Source: Mean Metal Motors

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1971 LAMBORGHINI MIURA P400 S

Auction house RM Sotheby has announced the sale of the legendary 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 S. During the production period, the Miura has retained its basic look with some performance improvements.

Everything is known about this car. From its appearance in the 60s until today, this legendary model is known as one of the most beautiful cars.

The Lamborghini Miura is powered by a 3.9-liter V12 engine with 365 hp at 7,000 rpm and 286 lb-ft (388 Nm) of torque. Power to the rear wheels is transmitted with a five-speed manual transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds with a top speed of 171 mph (276 km / h).

The designer of this timeless car is Marcello Gandini. The car, which had been gathering dust for four decades after the accident, was restored by Beckman Metal Works. With independent suspension and an aggressive stance, the Miura was the future of high performance.

From 1971 until this day, the car had three owners and the first was an Iranian student. With just under 16,000 miles (26,000 kilometers) driven, according to the odometer, the Miura has original Pirelli GR70VR15 Cinturato CN73 tires and a PPG paint label.

Only 50 copies have been made, and this is one of them (chassis 4761). The Lamborghini Miura is offered at a price between 1.8 and 2 million dollars, without reserves.

Source: RM Sotheby

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BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupé

MotoGP has a new Safety Car. It is an electric BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupé that will debut at the MotoE Championship race in Austria.

BMW will use this race to present this all-electric model, which is expected to hit the market in November. The car is painted in matte gray with fluorescent green graphics and a light strip on the roof. BMW’s M department has installed an improved chassis, a new braking system, and improved vehicle aerodynamics.

BMW M CEO, Markus Flasch said: “While the production version of the four-door Gran Coupé will hit the market in the autumn, our fans can enjoy its world premiere at the racetrack this summer. There could not be a more appropriate safety car for MotoE than the BMW i4 M50 – pure performance, fully-electric. We are looking forward to the premiere in Spielberg. ”

The new all-electric BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupé is powered by two electric motors. The engines are mounted on the front and rear axles, with a total power of 546 hp and 586 lb-ft (795 Nm) of torque. With all-wheel drive, the i4 M50 Gran Coupé reaches 62 mph in less than 4 seconds with a top speed of 139 mph (225 km / h). The car is equipped with an 83.9 kWh battery that provides a range of 317 miles (510 kilometers).

Speaking of price, the new BMW all-electric model will cost around $ 83,000 (70,000 euros).

Source: BMW

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