2011 Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid

Officially it’s only a concept, but there’s no doubt that project XG10 -- or the 918 Spyder concept -- will pave the way for the next Porsche supercar. And what a supercar it is going to be: in addition to the normally aspirated, high-revving, 3.4-liter V-8 good for more than 495 hp, the striking 918 Spyder has three electric motors onboard that add another 215 hp to the tally. Says Wolfgang Dürheimer, board member in charge of R&D: “This car can lap the Nürburgring faster than the Carrera GT. At the same time, it averages 78 mpg [on the EU driving cycle] when driven gently. Are we going to build it? We will definitely bring some blank sales contracts to the Geneva show, but it’s too early to talk pricing, production volumes, and timing.

"The strategic aim is to demonstrate that even a supercar can be environmentally friendly. XG10 promises total driving pleasure—and a clear conscience. This is a trendsetting and sustainable premium product that uses the issue of social acceptability to its advantage. And it reflects the legacy of Ferry Porsche, who was convinced that sports cars would never go out of fashion.”

2010 Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

Porsche, in their Press Release, introduced a new, efficient, high-performance, medium engine, low-emission, and hybrid sports car- the 918 Spyder. The prototype of this model is fused with the latest breakthroughs in technology. Also, it answers the demands of today’s society.

First off, the 918 Spyder is an environmental friendly vehicle having a very low emission rate. After consuming three liters of fuel, the car emits only 70 grams per kilometer of Carbon dioxide. Indeed, it shows that Porsche is not lagging behind in terms of hybrid technology.

Then, it has one of the fastest accelerations. Although the 918 Spyder only has a medium sized engine, it performs as well as those with large engines.
From rest, the car can go up to a hundred kilometers per hour in just 3.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 320 kilometers per hour; running at a speed which is even faster than most sports cars, even Porsche’s own Carrera GT.

The 918 Spyder has an 8 cylinder hybrid engine. And it weighs less than 3300 pounds. One of its best features is the option to choose a running mode located on the steering wheel. These four running modes are: E-Drive mode, Hybrid mode, Sport Hybrid mode, and the Race hybrid mode. Drivers can choose the best mode in relation to the road conditions. Porsche currently has three hybrid cars that will make their first appearance at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

2010 Sportec Porsche Panamera SP560

Panamera SP560- the latest addition in Porsche’s roster of sports cars. Unlike most sports cars which look too rugged, the Panamera SP560 has an elegant appearance. Its stylish design makes it look like a luxury car more than a sports car. It has even been referred to as a sports limousine by some. But don’t be fooled by its looks. This car is equipped with big guns!

The car is has an 8 cylinder 4.8 liter engine and twin turbocharger aspirations. This engine provides the car with 560 horsepower. The car is equipped with 265/30 tires in the front which keeps the car in contact with the ground as it is running. For further stability, the back of the car is supported with 305/25 tires. This model provides dynamic driving. Its ESC suspension can be programmed according to the driver’s preference. The modifications in this unit have considerably increased the torque from 700 Nm to 790 Nm which is actually very powerful!

A sports car that is stylish from the inside to the outside is what best describes the Panamera SP560. Even the exhaust outlets are made stylish using stainless and lustrous steel. Responsive controls complete a driver’s experience with this car.

2010 TopCar Porsche Panamera Stingray

TopCar, the largest tuning atelier, is working on a new project called Stingray. This car made use of the base of Porsche’s Panamera. Its lustrous black finish is sure to turn heads. Plus, the interior of the car is furnished with leather considerably increasing the aesthetic value of the car’s interior. This special type of leather is referred to as Nappa. Even the steering wheel of the car is decorated with intricate and elegant designs.

Stingray focused a lot on the aerodynamics of Porsche’s Panamera. Improvements were done easily because of the decrease in frontal resistance. The aerodynamic set, which consists of the front bumper, back bumper, piston skirt, thresholds, and bonnet, are all composed of the same material called carboxylic fiber.

TopCar made several modifications in the car’s engine. This resulted to an increase in the engine’s overall power. Moreover, the exhaust system was replaced with a more efficient one. The dashboard and the other panels of the car’s interior are carefully designed with genuine carbon. Stingray is set to appear in the 2010 Dream Car Show in Moscow, Russia. This is soon followed by the world premier of this car model at the Top Marques exhibition in Monaco.