The Lamborghini and Ferrari are certainly familiar brands in the world's automotive industry. Both are from the same country, namely Italy and the products produced are also similar, ie fancy speeding cars.
Initially there was only Ferrari which was an Italian automotive company founded by Enzo Anselmo Ferrari in 1929. Until in the year of 1964, when Ferruccio Lamborghini managed to launch his first car made known as Lamborghini 350 GT series. And since that day known as the beginning of rivalry between Lamborghini and Ferrari.
The Lamborghini and Ferrari both are Italian famous premium auto makers and also known as rival one each other in the world's automotive industry since the 1960s. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZSu44e)
As we all know, at beginning Ferruccio Lamborghini himself was a successful entrepreneur through his tractor maker company. In the time, he was getting richer and able to buy various types of classy speeding cars and one of them was the Ferrari 250 GTE which was used for fun only.
A disassembled Ferrari 250 GTE at the Lamborghini Museum (might be Ferruccio personal car owned relating to stories surrounding the founding of the Lamborghini car company back in the 1960s. It began when he complained to Enzo Ferrari regarding this car clutch.)(Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZXxymm)
Once upon the time, Ferruccio brought his Ferrari 250 GTE back to its maker, Ferrari. He came with a complaint, that the car purchased should get a better transmission system.
But what he got precisely a kind of challenge because Enzo Ferrari said that he was just a tractor maker and didn't know anything about race cars. After that, Ferruccio Lamborghini took a decision to come into play in the race car market to rival those prancing horse logoed auto company.
Lamborghini 350 GT was the first Lamborghini production model and known also as the first rival for Ferrari's. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2OKNqap)
And many consider it only as a form of channeling anger after feeling offended by Enzo Ferrari words to him. And sure enough, then he founded a car manufacturing company that was named Automobili Lamborghini based in Sant'Agata Bolognese in 1963.
Lamborghini 350 GT was debuted at the 1964 Geneva Auto Show. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2OMHMEJ)
To answer the Ferrari's challenge and at the same time realize his ambition, and then he asked Giotto Bizzarrini (the person who designed most of the Ferrari engines at the time) to join his company. He also invited Giampaolo Dallara and Giampaolo Stanzani, two technicians who were considered has promising talents and test driver Bob Wallace.
1963 Lamborghini 350 GTV was a Lamborghini prototype and forerunner of its first production model named Lamborghini 350 GT. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GVIGsn)
Shortly after, in May 1963 Lamborghini successfully launched the its first concept car prototype and given a name the Lamborghini 350 GTV. The prototype used a Bizzarini's 3,500 cc V12 engine that produces 320 hp. And those all-aluminum alloy V12 engine mated to a 5-speed manual ZF transmission system. And the 350 GTV completed to build and debut on October 1963 in the Turin Auto Show.
Lamborghini 350 GTV was very sleek and streamlined, with a very low hood that incorporated one of the better pop-up headlight designs of all time. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZQ2Gnv)
Before that Dallara and Stanzani quickly realized that the 350 GTV was not properly designed for mass production. Then both working in parallel on two projects that would result in the production 350 GT. They made many revision on Bizzarini's engine and chassis for street use. And in March 1964, after 5 months after the debut of the GTV in Turin, the "redesigned GTV" now called Lamborghini 350 GT was debuted at the Geneva Auto Show.
Lamborghini 350 GTV used a Bizzarini's 3,500 cc V12 engine that produces 320 hp of power. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZQ2Gnv)
This car has many features such as an aluminum body design and some of the body panel even has steel, and already has applied independent four-wheel suspensions, differential salisbury as well as a vacuum servo that is assisted by a round disc brake girling. This car has an acceleration from 0 to 100 kph (60 mph) can be done in 6.8 seconds and even its maximum speed can reach 254 kph (158 mph).
At that time these Italian raging bull logoed auto company was only made those 350 GT as many as 120 units before replacing it with the Lamborghini 400 GT in 1966. And many 350 GTs were subsequently fit with the larger 4.0 litre engine used in the 400 GT. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WIKIPEDIA]
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Some time ago, as quoted by Motorauthority that Bugatti will present a new supercar at the 2019 Monterey Car Week which will start on August 11, 2019. And reportedly this French premium car manufacturer will make it in limited numbers, namely as many as 40 units.
According to this company, that the launch of this supercar is in accordance with their plans to introduce two new cars every year. And this year, after introducing the Bugatti La Voiture Noire at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show. It is likely that this upcoming limited edition supercar will be the second.
Is that the Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition?Nobody knows yet...! And for sure, it is a model that was deliberately created as a tribute to commemorate an important day for those French auto company. Here's the teaser image from the French company's Instagram account which slightly reveals about the upcoming Bugatti supercar.
Because there has been no leaked infos about the Bugatti's new supercar, and now we better waiting up to its time come. And meanwhile on this occasion we invite you to recall a great supercar model was ever made by Bugatti in the 1990s.
Long before the arrival of Veyron and Chiron, when the French automotive company was in a difficult condition because of the death of the owner. At that time in the 1990s, when Romano Artioli, an Italian businessman who acquired the company decided to make Bugatti as an exclusive manufacturer of limited edition sports cars.
This was later proven by the birth of the Bugatti EB110 in 1991. This car was deliberately produced to celebrate the 110th anniversary of the company founder 'Ettore Bugatti.' The car uses a carbon fiber monocoque chassis with active aero, pinned a 3.5 liter quad-turbo V12 engine capable of producing power of 552 hp (in the standard version) to drive all four wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.
Now this car is arguably to be one of the most sought after car models by the world's automotive collectors, aside from the fact that the car only made as many 139 units, including 39 units for its ultimate version, or the SS model. Yes, the Bugatti EB110 also has the very rare ultimate version, which is known 'Super Sport' or 'Sport Stradale' models.
For this SS version, Bugatti added a larger injector to its V12 engine, a new ECU and a new exhaust system that was not too tight. The result, the Bugatti EB110 SS is capable of spraying power up to 603 hp, the number was up from the standard version of only 553 hp, and torque of 479 lb-ft (650 Nm).
The Bugatti EB110 SS
also carried out a reduction in weight to weigh 150 kg lighter than the
GT type. This car has a weight of around 1,620 kilograms compared to the
Veyron and Chiron whose weights are in the 2000 kg figure. This was
achieved thanks to the use of carbon fiber materials on various body
panels, magnesium rims, fixed rear wings, and simplified the interior
details.
Bugatti claims the acceleration from 0 to 100 kph can be done in just 3.26 seconds. While its top speed is able to penetrate the number of 355 kph. With such speed numbers, the EB110 SS was recognized as the world's fastest production car in 1995 before the record was broken by McLaren F1 with a top speed of 386 kph.
Bugatti EB110 is arguably the last model of the French manufacturer before acquired by the German auto giant, Volkswagen AG in 1998. And the car with chassis number 39040 is considered as the last of EB110 SS, which was built by Bugatti in 1995. The supercar was completed at Grigio Chiaro Met with two tone interiors and was already in the hands of an Italian automotive collector since 2003.
And in early 2019, those last Bugatti EB110 SS model was sold by Girardo & Co. with the note "Price Upon Application" which means that the price will be notified if anyone really wants to buy it. And We can be sure a hundred percents that the price is won't be cheap. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORAUTHORITY | SUPERCARBLOG | MOTOR1] Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
Several years ago, the Jaguar Classic had ever introduced 9 units of Jaguar XKSS continuation series to complement the original 25 units. Yes as we all knew, Jaguar only made 16 cars in the late 1950s, then 9 other units were destroyed in a fire at the Browns Lane factory.
Ecurie Ecosse LM69 retro-styled supercar inspired by unsuccessfully Jaguar XJ13 racing car of the 1960s. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KeA9mx)
Then there's another Jaguar car model that has also sad story, the Jaguar XJ13 which was made in the mid-1960s. This is the Jaguar's only racing car that really didn't get the chance to compete because of the changes in homologation rules at the time.
Yes, these plump racing car used the V12 engine was supposed to compete in the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race event, but the project was eventually canceled. Until 1971, and the only Jaguar XJ13 was built then sent to the MIRA track in the United States to take part in a promotional film for the Jaguar E-Type Series 3, but unfortunately the car had an accident.
Ecurie Ecosse LM69 retro-styled supercar made of composite materials for the body to make it lighter than the original XJ13. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KeA9mx)
Then the Jaguar's first front-engined racing car was fully restored several years after the accident, although those British auto company said that the restoration model didn't have the exact similar specifications as the original car.
And on this year, there is a Scottish company called Ecurie Ecosse intending to revive the authentic spirit of Jaguar XJ13 by displaying a retro-style supercar inspired by the 1960s Jaguar racing car models.
Ecurie Ecosse LM69 retro-styled supercar used the same engine of the Jaguar XJ13, ie a quad-cam 5.0 liters V12 engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KeA9mx)
The initial idea behind of the LM69 car making was to make a racing car that could really compete at the Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race in 1969, if the Ecurie Ecosse had an opportunity to build its own racing car at the time.
Despite the initial idea as a racing car, this handmade LM69 model is actually a street-legal car - at least it can be used in the UK - and will be produced in a limited numbers, ie 25 units only.
The LM69 car figure as reimagines of a supercar in the late 1960s, and Ecurie Ecosse said that the making of this car was in accordance with the existing FIA homologation regulations in that time, with everything under the LM69 skin also displaying various technologies available in the late 60s.
Ecurie Ecosse LM69 retro-styled supercar has many differences with the Jag XJ13, such as a wider wheels and tires beside composite materials using for the body. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2YFwQwt)
From its shape, it is definitely not an exact replica of the Jaguar XJ13, because it has a fixed roof, rear wing, and winglets to boost aerodynamic factor, along with wider rims and tires. Furthermore, the car is made from a composite material that is applied to the body so that makes the LM69 lighter than the original car.
Just like its inspiration source, the Ecurie Ecosse LM69 uses a quad-cam 5.0 liters V12 engine, but those engine installed in the middle of the car body. Till this day the car's detailed specifications haven't been revealed yet. And the Scottish company only said the possibility to make their own bored and stroked 7.3 liters engine for these car.
The LM69 will be officially launched at the International Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace, London on 6-8 September 2019. And its price figures for these retro supercar haven't been revealed yet, but it's believed will drain deep enough the pocket of those who want to have this car. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ECURIE ECOSSE | ZIGWHEELS | MOTOR1]
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Finally after an 18-month development process, ARES Design unveiled its Panther ProgettoUno. It is the first supercar made by the Modena atelier and inspired by the De Tomaso Pantera legendary car from the 1970s.
Panther ProgettoUno, the first supercar made by ARES Design was presented during the 2019 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KcQuGU)
This project was unveiled for the first time in January 2018 and then showing the first images on the road the following summer. And now. ARES Design finally presented the Panther ProgettoUno to the world in its final form.
The car was presented during the 2019 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, a prestigious event dedicated to vintage cars and prototypes held annually in Cernobbio, on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.
Front three quarter view of ARES Panther ProgettoUno. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZmepKl)
The Panther ProgettoUno is the first model of the ARES Design's Legends Reborn program, and takes inspiration for its evocative design from the De Tomaso Pantera, the iconic supercar born in the 70s in Modena. It driven by a V10 naturally aspirated engine with a maximum output power of 650 hp.
The Panther ProgettoUno sports a complete, handcrafted carbon fiber body, shaped to resemble that of the iconic original, while ensuring the best aerodynamic performance, thanks to CFD technology.
While the Panther ProgettoUno is indeed capable speed up to more than 325 kph and and has an accelerating capability from 0 to 100 kph in only 3.1 seconds. The ARES Design's team has always pursued other values more than simple numbers. The mission was in fact to create a true "driver's car", which would put the man at its heart to make him feel a unique driving experience while at the wheel.
Dasboard and steeringwheel view of ARES Panther ProgettoUno. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KcQuGU)
ARES Design hence worked and crafted a complete, specifically designed stainless-steel exhaust system, to give the Panther ProgettoUno its distinctive sound. The upgraded lightning fast throttle response, the seven speed, double-clutch transmission and the active suspensions have been carefully enhanced as well, to obtain more and more precise feedbacks coming from the Alcantara-covered steering wheel and sharper gear changes.
First shipment of Panther ProgettoUno already has been started since last May. Furthermore between 60 and 70 cars will be sent for the next five years. The company's boss, Dany Bahar - former CEO of Lotus - told the media crew that the ARES Design had sold 9 cars so far, to its customers who had never driven or actually saw the results in its final form.
He also commented: "Having the opportunity to present the Panther ProgettoUno during the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este has been the crowning of the team's efforts over the last 18 months and a recognition of the excellence of our projects. The Panther ProgettoUno is a car designed and built with an eye on the Italian supercars tradition but using the most advanced technologies available, to always provide who is driving it unparalleled emotions and feelings." *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ARES DESIGN | CISION]
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Did U Know - Mercedes-Benz, the globally renowned automotive giant, traces its rich history to visionaries Gottlieb Daimler, Wilhelm Maybach, and Karl Benz. Initially named DMG (Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft) at its inception, the company later underwent a name change. Join us as we explore the fascinating origin of the name 'Mercedes' an integral chapter in the brand's captivating narrative.
The Mercedes 35 HP was conceptualized by two Germans, Paul Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach, in 1901 for Emil Jellinek. (Picture from: FavCars)
The name itself is intrinsically linked to the life of Mercedes Adrienne Ramona Manuela Jellinek, born in Vienna in 1889. Interestingly, Mercedes Jelinek was not an automotive enthusiast, engineer, or one of the company's founders. Instead, she was the adored daughter of Emil Jellinek, an Austrian businessman with residences in Baden near Vienna and Nice. So, who was Emil Jellinek, and how did his daughter become the namesake of a globally renowned car brand?
Emil Jellinek and his beloved daughter Mercedes who's her name patented by the German automotive manufacturer DMG for its commercially used since 1926, and currently known as Mercedes-Benz. (Picture from: AutoGlobeMagz)
Emil Jellinek, captivated by the swiftly advancing automotive industry, discovered an advertisement for the Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft (DMG) car manufacturer in 1896. Intrigued, he traveled to Cannstatt, Germany, to explore the DMG factory. Impressed by his visit, Jellinek not only bought one of their cars but also embarked on selling them. Furthermore, fueled by his passion for racing, Jellinek entered the 1899 Nice-La Turbie racing event with his DMG car, bearing the name of his cherished daughter, Mercedes.
The Mercedes 35 HP was made in Stuttgart, Germany by Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft or DMG (currently Daimler AG). (Picture from: BenzInsider)
The impact was significant. By the following year, Emil Jellinek had sold more than 30 automobiles, prompting him to push DMG for faster, lighter, and overall superior vehicles. This led to a pivotal moment on April 2, 1900, when Wilhelm Maybach, DMG's chief designer, commenced the production of a car tailored to Jellinek's requests. Priced at 500,000 Goldmarks, the new model was named the Mercedes 35 HP and was officially launched on December 22, 1900.
DMG's classic flyer advertisement made for its Mercedes car products.(Picture from: BenzInsider)
The Mercedes 35 HP, initially designed for racing, garnered attention with its powerful engine weighed approximately 230 kg with weight-power ratio is 6.6 kg per hp, was mounted above the front axle without additional sub frames
to improve its center of gravity.
Further, the engine had four
cylinders with a total displacement of 5,918-liter. These were arranged in
pairs wherein each pair had a spray-nozzle carburetor. It was cooled
using Maybach’s tubular radiator or the honeycomb radiator. The engine's
peak power output was 35 hp.
The
vehicle featured non-removable wooden wheels with 12-spoke design,
steel covers and pneumatic tires. It had two braking systems. One is the
hand brake, and the other is the foot brake. It sported a wheelbase of 2,345 m and a track of 1,400 m. Overall, the car’s weight was
estimated to be 1,200 kg.
At the time, the Mercedes 35 HP made as much as 36 unit, and the name 'Mercedes' was later patented as a trademark in 1902. Since then DMG's sales took off, while the newspaper reported: 'We have entered the Mercedes era.'When the car named after her became a new craze, little Mercedes was only 11 years old.
Five of Mercedes 35 HP were used to compete in the Nice-La Turbie racing event in March 1901. (Picture from: BenzInsider)
Finally, in 1926, DMG merged with engineer Karl Benz's company, giving rise to the iconic Mercedes-Benz brand and firmly establishing Jellinek's name in history once and for all. During this period, DMG openly acknowledged that the Mercedes name held
substantial selling power and, surprisingly, brought about some good
fortune as well.
Emil Jellinek once said, "Victories make you world-famous. People buy the winning brand, and always will. It would be commercial suicide to stay away from racing." Perhaps this quote also served as inspiration, propelling these German automotive brands to persist in competing in various global car racing events to this day. Indeed, its efficacy has been proven over time.
The Mercedes 35 HP, initially designed for racing, garnered attention with its powerful front-mounted engine weighed approximately 230 kg with weight-power ratio is 6.6 kg per hp. (Picture from: BenzInsider)
However, the story takes a tragic turn for the Jellinek family. During World War I, Emil Jellinek faced accusations of spying, leading to the confiscation of all his properties. In 1918, he passed away in exile in Switzerland. Mercedes, too, faced challenges—a life marked by two failed marriages, financial struggles, and a heartbreaking death from bone cancer in 1929, just shy of her 40th birthday.😢 | JBL_G-C51Dk |
The tale of Mercedes Jellinek and her father Emil Jellinek serves as a poignant reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of success lie untold challenges and tragedies. As we delve into the origins of the iconic Mercedes name, we are reminded that life's journey is often a rollercoaster, with both highs and lows. C'est la vie!😊*** [EKA [24072019] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MERCEDES-BENZ | BENZINSIDER ]
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It just fine and free, if everyone have a fantasy of wanting to have a super cool classic car. For some of us, these cars might be remind us of the past.
Yes, he combines his four imaginary classic car figures with 4 forms of wildlife animals. The four classic cars are 1963 Aston Martin DB5, 1967 Ford F-250, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and 1977 Fiat 600S, which was later designed in such a way as to become a vehicle inspired by those 4 wildlife animals (hippos, lions, alligators and pandas) by using photography, computer-generated imagery (CGI), and 3D-visualisation technique.
Let's take a look at the following models.
1. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 design inspired by Hippopotamus
Yes, the figure of 1963 Aston Martin DB5 which is given purplish gray color where the design is combined with a typical hippo silhouette. Müller carefully considered small details such as a pair of 'ears' that were placed ideally on the roof of the vehicle and gave it a personal number plate, 'H1PP0'.
1963 Aston Martin DB5 design inspired by Hippopotamus. (Pictures from: http://bit.ly/2SsKL3G)
Beware not to nudge it on the streets or you'll get big trouble with the boss!!!
Next is 1967 Ford-250 this is the perfect partner for lions! This heavy pickup truck figure is ready to go to the wild for adventure. This car has a lion feature - a design made like a lion's nose, complete with 'ears' and brownish-yellow paint exactly the color of a lion's feather. The entire display is enhanced with a special 'L1ON' number plate.
3. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray design inspired by Alligator
And the next one is the figure of 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray combined nicely with a crocodile figure. Müller believes that this car should only be driven by professional crocodiles at very high speeds on a racing circuit. The elongated frontend is made similar to a crocodile muzzle and pointed teeth positioned next to a special 'G4TOR' number plate. The color is made exactly the same as crocodile skin in the wild.
1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray design inspired by Alligator. (Pictures from: http://bit.ly/2SsKL3G)
Officer, there are speeding alligator!! Catch him..!!
Lastly, the figure of the Fiat 600S from 1977 where the design was combined with a panda figure. Yes, this cute tiny car design inspired by the panda has black and white features including a distinctive nose and ears. Müller imagined that the car owners were out on the way, putting their things stored in bamboo crates. Then given the final touch is the private plate ‘P4ND4’.
Hopefully after seeing and reading this article will makes us all more love the environment and strengthen our commitment to preserve it for the continuity of life for all beings in it. Peace and Out...! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | M.A.D GALLERY]
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Once upon the time, Ferruccio brought his Ferrari 250 GTE back to its maker, Ferrari. He came with a complaint, that the car purchased should get a better transmission system.
