Top 100 Legendary Sports Cars You Can't Take Your Eyes Off
We have collected 100 of the most beautiful cars of all time in one place. Large top 100 most desired and legendary models of all time. The only condition for getting into our list is that at least one copy must be built in the world.
100 Jaguar XJS (1975-1996)
The successor to the legendary E-Type, the XJS was a big, handsome, eye-catching car. Has been in production for over two decades. The XLS has become one of Jaguar's most recognizable models.
99 Chevrolet Camaro (1966-1969)
The original Camaro made many young hearts flutter. Muskulkar with a swift silhouette and outstanding power already in the 60s became a classic.
98 Lotus Esprit (1993-2004)
Although Lotus Esprit had to go through a wedge-shaped phase in the early 90s, unlike its sports car counterparts, the Esprit with its twin-turbocharged V8 engine managed to become a legendary exotic.
97 Ford GT (2005-2006)
The reincarnation of the American motorsport icon of the second half of the 20th century, the Ford GT40, was so anticipated and desired that it is one of the few cars produced over the past 10 years whose prices do not decrease, but only increase every year.
96 Cadillac (1959)
If you try to characterize the car fashion of the 50s in the USA by giving one single car as an example, it will certainly be the 59 Cadillac. Huge, heavy with a comical "peacock" style, this classic from a bygone era is highly sought after in today's collector's market.
95. Bugatti Type 57 (1934-1940)
Shortly before the outbreak of World War II, the French manufacturer Bugatti reaches the height of its fame. Car created car studio enjoy considerable recognition for their excellent Type 57. Ultimately, a total of 710 vehicles were produced.
94 Noble M12 M400 (2004-2007)
You may never have heard of the Noble car company, it is not a very well-known name on a global scale. However, her sports model The M12 was a great racing car and a favorite among racing enthusiasts around the world.
93. Dodge Viper (1990-present)
The Dodge Viper, an unpretentious and inexpensive sports car, in the 90s became extremely popular among not very wealthy gentlemen in the West, who were not allowed by finances to buy very expensive sports cars from the Old World. Nevertheless, the Viper was brutally fast, extremely easy to maintain (compared to other sports cars) and extremely charming. The low-tech star from Detroit became instantly famous.
92. Mercedes-Benz 540K (1935-1940)
The styling of the 540K is a clear change from its predecessor, the 500K. New model received sleeker and slimmer body lines, along with a larger and more powerful inline 8-cylinder engine.
91 Ford Boss 302 Mustang (1969-1970)
Fearing to give up the "pony car" crown to its arch rival the Chevy Camaro, Ford created the Boss 302 variant of its ever-popular Mustang to emphasize the importance of sporty tuning over maximum power.
90 Volvo P1800 (1961-1973)
Yes, it's true, Volvo once made an incredible sports car. The P1800 was a successful attempt by the Swedish company, which helped to recover from the previous sporting experiment with the P1900 model, which failed miserably.
89. Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (1955-1974)
The Karmann Ghia proved to be a surprisingly popular experiment for VW. The sports coupe was built on the basis of the existing Beetle model, but the body was created by the German coachbuilder Karmann, and its styling was developed by the Italian design studio Carrozzeria Ghia S.p.A.
88. Ferrari 360 Modena (1999-2005)
The 360 Modena replaced the aging Ferrari 355, in addition to the exterior makeover, the most important improvement in the sports car was the upgrade of the V8 engine, the heart of the sports car.
87. Nissan GT-R (2009-present)
The GT-R is a technical marvel acclaimed the world over not only for its good looks, but also for its ability to use preternaturally high technology that allows Nissan to beat exotic supercars in speed and handling despite costing many times more than model of the Japanese automaker.
86 Chevrolet Corvette (1953-1962)
The first generation corvette is the most significant american car ever created. A real treasure among american models of all time. Stunning original design and impressive performance, not to mention its powerful injection engines, proved once and for all that America could compete in the sports car arena.
85. Alfa Romeo Spider (1966-1969)
Alfa Romeo Spider has gone through a long evolution and has gone through various iterations over the years. The original "1 Series" of the 60s generation, known to some from the movie "The Graduate", excites the minds of enthusiasts today.
84. Porsche Carrera GT (2004-2007)
The Porsche Carrera GT is a V10 racing engine, manual transmission, two seats and no control systems. The last of the truly wild supercars.
83 Lamborghini Diablo (1990-2001)
Diablo, who doesn't know him? A wilder and more impractical car is hard to imagine. It was possible to develop wild speeds on it. Someone does not like the angular design, but they loved this car not for the outer wrapper, but for the inner content.
82. Hudson Hornet (1951-1954)
Hudson is not a very well-known manufacturer from Detroit. However, he has one model called the Hornet, which you have seen one hundred percent. You will be surprised to learn that this huge American bathtub-style sedan was one of the most sought-after cars of the time among homegrown racers.
81. Ford Thunderbird (1955-1957)
A true classic no matter what. The original T-Bird was Ford's answer to Chevrolet Corvette. It literally oozes vibes from a bygone automotive era with drive-in theaters and 50s eateries.
80DeLorean DMC-12
Gullwing doors and stainless steel body. The DeLorean was supposed to be one of the coolest cars of the 80s. Doc Brown wouldn't pick bullshit.
79 Lamborghini Reventon (2009-2010)
The circulation was limited to only 20 serial cars sold in a short time. Reventon is Lamborghini's vision for the future of design. Its style, both inside and out, is inspired by "stealth" military aircraft.
78 Austin-Healey 3000 (1959-1967)
Austin-Healey 3000, elegant English aristocrat automotive world. In ancient times, he was considered a large and quite roomy roadster. True, in today's times it is small, like a toy car.
77. BMW M1 (1978-1981)
The first BMW from the noble family of the "M"-Series, the M1 is one of the most rare models BMW. Its mid-engined design was developed specifically for racing battles.
76. Honda S2000 (1999-2009)
This roadster is a legend. Honda's stylists and designers are incredibly accurate in his appearance. Yes, and the motor was a match for the nimble handsome man - 9.000 rpm. At the turn of the millennium, a similar car should have appeared ...
75. Lotus Elise (2005-2011)
Small, light, fast and nimble, the Elise and its more hardcore, track version, the Exige, give what rare cars in the world can give, a sense of unity between driver, car and road.
74. Ferrari F40 (1987-1992)
A sacred icon for generations of Ferrari F40 fans. Its terrifyingly powerful turbocharged V8 terrified those who were behind the wheel. It was the first production car to break the 320 km/h barrier.
73. SS Cars SS100 (1936-1940)
This long-hooded handsome man is a style icon of the 30s in car styling. Later cars SS received a proper name - "Jaguar".
72. Triumph Spitfire (1962-1980)
The Spitfire was the quintessential British roadster: beautiful and light, it was a pleasure to drive, while not forgetting to fool the owner with maintenance.
71. BMW Z8 (1999-2003)
BMW inspired by the great 507 series from the 50s. The Z8 was BMW's answer to the growing demand for high-end roadsters. He ended up sharing his explosive V8 with the M5 super sedan.
70. Talbot-Lago T150 CSS (1938)
Also known by the romantic name "Tear". The CSS was a successful racing machine of the 30s from a stylish design that was dropping jaws in the first half of the 20th century. However, even after 70 years, he is able to turn his head.
69. Porsche 918 Spyder
It's a hybrid! 887-strong hybrid! One of the fastest production cars ever built.
68 Lincoln Continental (1961-1969)
The big Continental of the 60s put an end to the catchy style of American cars of the 50s. For some reason, collectors prefer the 1965 Continentals.
67. Alfa Romeo 4C (2015-present)
A two-seater, carbon-fiber Alfa Romeo seems to cost a lot of money, about the same as a Ferrari. But it's not, the base price tag for an Italian sports car is $50,000.
66 Nissan Fairlady Z (1969-1973)
More often this model is called Datsun 240Z. The Z model has become one of the most important cars in Japanese history. He proved once and for all that the country can compete in the global car market.
65. Ferrari Testarossa (1984-1996)
Ask an average person to describe a Ferrari, and it is the Testarossa that will most likely pop up in his mind. The boxer 12-cylinder engine and unique appearance still make the Testarossa the most recognizable Ferrari.
64. Triumph TR6 (1969-1976)
Slightly old fashioned design, but it does not affect in any way general idea about the TR6 as one of the most beloved examples of a roadster from England.
63. Lexus LFA (2010-2012)
With a roaring V10 engine and a bunch of carbon fiber bodywork, the LFA is a coveted supercar for wealthy car collectors. This model set one of the best times at the Nürburgring, the famous German sports car testing circuit.
62. Morgan Plus 4 (1950-1961)
Traditional style mixed with more modern concepts of size and weight. Plus 4 was an attractive option in English automotive market. Later, the engine from Morgan Plus 4 was transferred to another unforgettable model, the Triumph TR3.
61. Lamborghini Huracan (2014-present)
At younger brother You won't see a Lamborghini with lambo doors, but its naturally aspirated V10 makes it as fast as its big brother, the Aventador.
60. Aston Martin DB6 (1965-1971)
The forerunner of the DB6, the magnificent DB5 was no slouch. And although the Aston Martin DB6 has not reached the same heights of adoration as the DB5 (the last one above on our list), but the follower of the famous Aston Martin has one thing. important advantage, it is more technically advanced, in all aspects. And still this is enough to break into the TOP-100.
59 Lotus Elite (1958-1963)
The first original Lotus Elite set the formula for all subsequent Lotus vehicles. It was extremely light (weight about 1.100 kg), which made it possible to put a small, 1.2-liter engine in it and not particularly bother with a huge number of Horse power.
58. Lamborghini Aventador (2011-present)
The latest flagship supercar in Lamborghini's portfolio is a clear evolution of the mighty Murcielago that preceded it. As expected, the Aventador packs a lot of power and flashy style.
57. BMW 3.0CSL (1972-1975)
One of the rarest and most beloved BMW models of all time, the 3.0 CSL is arguably the defining German sports coupe of the 1970s.
56 Porsche 356 (1954-1965)
It may seem like the Porsche 911 has been around since time immemorial, but in fact, the 356 predates the iconic German sports car and was produced from the mid 50s to the mid 60s.
55 Mazda RX7 (1993-1995)
From its curvaceous body to its unique turbocharged Wankel rotary engine, the third generation RX7 was unlike any other car on the market in the '90s.
54. Ferrari F50 (1995-1997)
Although the iconic F40 model that appeared before slightly eclipsed the F50, it was still a more beautiful and exotic car. A naturally aspirated V12 instead of a turbocharged V8 emphasized this nuance. Only 349 pieces were produced.
53. Tesla Model S
From 0 to 96 km/h in less than 3 seconds and seats up to seven people! This electric car, who flipped a chapter in the automotive industry.
52. Koenigsegg Agera (2011-present)
Swedish automaker Koenigsegg specializes in ultra-high-performance sports cars. His latest creation, the Agera, takes performance to an almost unbelievable level.
51. Triumph GT6 (1966-1973)
The English automaker with the immodest name Triumph is perhaps best known for its traditional roadsters. But he also made the GT6, a sports coupe with a chassis from the Spitfire convertible.
50. Audi R8 (2006-present)
It was only a matter of time before Audi released its own supercar. And when it finally arrived, everyone liked the R8 at first sight, thanks to its powerful engines and unique looks.
49. MG MGA (1955-1962)
The advent of the MGA marked the start new era for MG. Modern, lightweight design and attractive bodywork, the roadster was an instant success. Total sales amounted to more than 100,000 copies.
48 Honda NSX (1990-2005)
The NSX was a hugely important car for its time, proving that the supercar was ready to move on from the angular exotics of the 80s to sleek and technological new heights.
47. Bugatti Veyron (2005-2011)
It took almost 15 years to finally wrest the title of the most productive car from the McLaren F1. When the Veyron succeeded, the world did not ignore it. In SS trim, Veyron does the impossible for a production car, it is able to reach an absurdly high top speed of 431 km/h!
46. RUF CTR "Yellow Bird" (1987)
This car, essentially a heavily modified Porsche 911, caught the attention of many young car enthusiasts when it first appeared in the 1980s.
45. Austin-Healey 100 (1956-1959)
The 100 is a perfect example of how British manufacturers changed their style after the end of World War II. This Austin-Healey could hit 100 mph. Fast car!
44 Ferrari Enzo (2002-2004)
Every ten years, Ferrari creates one unique model that takes the Italian automaker to new heights of success. In the early 2000s, such an honor fell to Enzo - practically racing car F1 in disguise.
43. BMW M6 (1987-1989)
The original first M6 began its journey with the 635CSi model, later the Bavarians did not stop and brought the M-Series to the Olympus of glory in the market.
42. Ferrari F430 (2004-2009)
Hot on the heels of its successful sports brother, the 360 Modena, followed the Ferrari F430. The sportier shape of the F430 and the heady new 4.3-liter V8 did the trick, and the Ferrari 360 was quickly forgotten.
41 Jaguar XK120 (1948-1954)
Post-war British car. The sleek style of the XK120 is hard to mistake. Jaguar at its best.
40. Pagani Zonda (1999-2011)
The Argentinean Horatio Pagani did not immediately realize that he had created a masterpiece that would make him rich. The Zonda was conceived as a supercar, but, let's say, not legendary tailoring. However, time put everything in its place. Its powerful V12 engine from Mercedes did its job, the supercar became a legendary racing tool.
39. Ferrari 550 Maranello (1996-2001)
The front-engined Ferrari touring Grand Touring appeared in 1996 and was called the 550 Maranello. The updated 575 M Maranello model that followed improved this formula.
38. Aston Martin DB4 (1958-1963)
The DB4 was a real driver's car. With its 240-horsepower 3.7-liter six-cylinder engine, four-wheel disc brakes and communicative steering, it sealed the fate of the classic dark green two-door.
37. Auto Union Type C (1936-1937)
This is one of the most prestigious racing cars in the history of mankind. Type C was equipped with a huge V16 engine and could accelerate the car to 340 km / h!
36. Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am (1970-1981)
The second generation of Trans-AM became prominent representative new era of muscle cars. In 1977, the Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am played an excellent role in one of the main roles in the movie Smokey and the Bandit. So that!
35. Porsche 959 (1986-1989)
Next in line is another automotive icon from the 80s. The Porsche 959 was the epitome of revolutionary technology, from bumper to bumper, including an advanced all-wheel drive system.
34 Jaguar XKSS (1957)
The XKSS was a road variant of the racing Jaguar D-Type. A factory fire destroyed 9 of the 25 pieces before they were delivered to their customers.
33. McLaren P1 (2014)
Super-hybrid from McLaren at 33rd in the 100 best cars of all time. The P1 combines a 727-horsepower V8 with a 177-horsepower electric motor, which gives it the ability to accelerate to 350 km / h.
32. Toyota 2000GT (1967-1970)
A little-known creation from Japan. The 2000GT was a world class exotic sports car. A keen eye might recognize it as one of the convertibles in the James Bond film You Only Live Twice.
31. Ferrari America (1964-1966)
Models "America" can be noted as one of the best in the Ferrari sports car series. Favorite variations are the 410 Superamerica, the 500 Superfast, and the slim 375.
30 Mercury Coupe (1949-1951)
Perhaps the most famous face in the hot-rod mania, the 49 Mercury immediately became a tidbit for American tuners of those years.
29. Ferrari LaFerrari (2015-present)
The ultimate Ferrari of all the cars of the Italian brand. This 949-horsepower (!) hybrid blew through the garages of the very wealthy faster than cold lemonade in the July heat.
28. Ferrari 458 Italia (2010-2015)
Another Ferrari that has the status of one of the best mid-engined models in history. Italy perfectly embodies modern Ferraris: stunning looks, high speed engine and excellent track times.
27 Jaguar XJ220 (1992-1994)
The Jaguar XJ220, despite its futuristic look and great hype around its persona, was a huge disappointment in 1992. And all because of the V6 engine, which was placed under the hood of this coupe. A big flop for Jaguar, a completely different V12 engine had to be installed under the hood.
26 Porsche Carrera 2.7 RS (1973)
The Porsche Carrera 2.7 RS was a wild horse. With its 210-horsepower engine and sophisticated handling, the 1973 RS was all about important qualities 911 Porsche in one model.
25. Aston Martin One-77 (2009-2012)
A limited edition Aston Martin One-77 was put up for auction with a phenomenal price tag of $2 million per car. For this price, you could buy a car with the most advanced, most voluminous and most powerful V12 from Aston Martin at that time.
24. Ferrari 275 (1964-1968)
We exchange a quarter, 24th place. This car was in first place among models with two-barrel, and later four-barrel carburetors, which fed the V12 engine, which in turn developed 275 hp. One of latest models produced by Ferrari before it moved towards angular shapes in design and style.
23 Jaguar C-Type (1951-1953)
The C-Type was a lightweight and extremely beautiful sports car, ready to race from the factory. He used an XK120 transmission retuned to deliver more power.
22. Ford GT (2017-present)
The latest Ford GT has become the fastest and most expensive car manufacturer from the United States. The racing version emerged as the winner at LeMans in its class in 2016.
21. Maserati 3500 GT (1957-1964)
The 3500 offered classic lines and a bold six-cylinder engine. The Maserati 3500 GT was Maserati's breakthrough in GT production.
20. Duesenberg Model J (1928-1937)
Model J became the American answer and challenge to the best European cars available at that time. It also became the most powerful pre-war American car.
19. Mercedes-Benz SSK (1928-1932)
In black, SSK looked dramatic and menacing. At the moment, time has not spared only a few original SSK models.
18. McLaren F1 (1992-1998)
Possibly one of the best sports cars ever made by McLaren. For more than a decade, no one could argue with its power, agility and handling. Truly a machine from another planet. Behind the three seats (this is not a typo, there were indeed 3 seats in the McLaren F1) was a V12 from BMW.
17. Ferrari 288 GTO (1984-1985)
The 288 GTO can be considered the forefather of modern Ferrari sports car styling, although it was essentially and largely a 308. A top speed of 304 km/h made it the fastest production car at the time.
16. BMW 507 (1956-1959)
This little-known roadster offered style that has been loved by generations of motorists. Despite its brilliant aesthetics, the 507 proved to be a failure for BMW in its day. Now they will tear it off with their hands and at any price. By the way, he inspired BMW designers to create at least interesting model Z8.
15. Aston Martin DB9 (2004-2011)
The V12 as the heart of the DB9 brought the previous DB7 almost to perfection. No less perfect was the appearance of the car.
14. AC Cobra (1961-1967)
Everyone will recognize AC Cobra. One of the most famous sports cars in the world. Derived from the British roadster AC Ace, the Cobra has become a classic after careful refinement by Carroll Shelby.
13. Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (2007-2009)
One of the few new car models successfully combining traditional beauty with modern technical poise. The 8C was also known for its erratic nature while on the move.
12. Aston Martin DB5 (1963-1965)
Martin, Aston Martin. It would be hard to find best example British sports car than this one, which famously appeared in the Bond film Goldfinger. In Vantage trim, the DB5 inline-six engine produced a staggering 314 horsepower.
11 Ford GT40 (1964-1969)
The GT40 was built with one goal in mind: to beat Ferrari at Le Mans. It succeeded, and so far, it is the only American car that has been able to win the great French race.
Let's move on to the Top 10 list. The most interesting cars in the world. And if you've read this far, congratulations, you're a true car fanatic!
10. Mercedes-Benz 300SL "Gullwing" (1955-1957)
300SL is famous for its gull-doors that open upwards. Many people call this Mercedes nothing more than the first supercar in the world.
9 Ferrari Dino (1968-1972)
Production started in 1968 as the 206 GT, and the line was later expanded with the 246 GT and GTS. The Dino was Ferrari's attempt to create a more affordable sports car. It was powered by a V6 instead of the typical V12. In total, three generations were created, but the last did not have the spirit that the first two had.
8 Lamborghini Miura (1966-1972)
Miura was the first Lamborghini supercar with a mid-engine layout. Lambo's ambitions were clear to everyone - to dethrone Ferrari from its pedestal.
7Chevrolet Corvette (1963-1967)
The second generation Sting Ray marked the introduction of the first Corvette coupe. The car was easily recognizable by the rear window divided into two, which was already replaced by ordinary monoglass in 1964.
6 Porsche 550 (1953-1956)
Porsche 550. Do I need to introduce it to you? Probably everyone knows these outlines!
5 Jaguar E-Type (1961-1975)
E-Type needs no introduction. A style icon of the 60s, one of two inline six-cylinder engines is hidden under its famous shapes. Its final third series got a 5.3-liter V12, which only gave more respect from admirers.
4. Ferrari 330 P4 (1967)
You will be lucky if you see this beauty live. The circulation is staggering, only three copies were created. The fourth car can be considered a P3 / 4 hybrid, this is a replica. The V12 engine developed up to 450 horsepower.
3.Jaguar XJ13 (1965)
Do you think that a circulation of three cars is not enough? And how do you like the production volume of the Jaguar XJ13, which was released in single copy? Nevertheless, the XJ13 is one of the greatest designs ever conceived. Alas, the British car builders did not go further than ambitions in 1965.
2 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (1967-1971)
The ultra-rare road variant of the Alfa T33 racing cars is the pinnacle of 1960s European sports car styling. This model is considered the first car in which butterfly doors were used.
Sports cars - a segment that includes vehicles with increased engine power and a specifically tuned gearbox that gives the car improved dynamic qualities. Also, the coolest sports cars have a stiffer suspension, low ground clearance, a top speed of over 250 km/h and, of course, an obscene cost. How can you classify cars in this segment? Which ones are better and which ones are more affordable? We offer to study the rating of sports cars, compiled according to several key characteristics.
To distinguish between the best sports cars in the world, let's take a few measures:
- speed and dynamic characteristics;
- cost (high/low);
- country of origin.
The last criterion largely determines average cost cars. For example, European sports cars will cost more than Korean ones with equal performance.
Sports car rating by speed
"Ten" of the fastest sports cars in the world looks like this:
In 2017, the car was the fastest in the world - it reaches speeds of up to 463 km / h, and accelerates to “hundreds” in only 2.5 seconds. The model is designed to consolidate the success of its predecessor (Veyron). The fastest sports car in the world costs 2.6 million dollars and is included in the TOP of the most expensive cars.
The maximum speed of the silver medalist of the rating is 435 km/h. Engine capacity - 7 liters, power - 1244 hp, the cost of the vehicle - at least 1 million dollars.
The vehicle, equipped with an 8-liter engine, develops a speed of 431 km / h. Power is 1200 hp. It differs from its predecessor SuperSport with improved aerodynamics. The price of such luxury is 2.4 million dollars.
The American development of Shelby SuperCars engineers theoretically accelerates to 430 km / h. It is worth believing in this, because an early analogue in 2007 got into the Guinness Book, having developed a speed of 412 km / h and becoming not only a cool sports car, but also the fastest.
- Porsche 9ff GT9-R.
The unique representative of the rating. It accelerates to 414 km / h, having a low power compared to other cars - 1120 hp. with an engine capacity of 4.0 liters. And the price of 9ff, outwardly similar to the Porsche 911, is relatively small - only 700 thousand dollars.
Speed - up to 405 km / h, price - about 550 thousand dollars. Decent indicators for getting into the sixth line, but this is worth doubting. During tests at top speeds, experts noted some lack of power. Later, the design was finalized with the introduction of an aerodynamic wing, however, even with it, the CCX was able to reach a speed of only 370 km / h.
Speed - up to 375 km / h, power - 1205 hp It is curious that this is the only representative that is included in the top sports cars in terms of speed and has a limiter for this indicator. If it is activated, the vehicle will not go faster. And is it necessary?
Power classical model- 720 hp, speed - up to 370 km / h. Recently, the Italian concern updated its fleet by releasing the Huayra BC - its 69 hp engine. more powerful.
Closes the top sports cars of 2018-2019 and previous years in terms of speed is another British coupe. Speed - 362 km / h, power - 650 "horses", and the cost is ridiculous compared to the previously named machines - 330 thousand dollars. Yes, and on test races, the M600 fully corresponded to the declared indicators, missing only 16 km / h from the maximum speed.
Of course, the rating of "the best sports cars of 2018-2019 in terms of dynamic performance" will soon be supplemented, and some cars will lose their positions. For example, Koenigsegg announced the Venom F5 model, which, according to the designers, will outdo even the Chiron. Are they right? Time will show.
The best sports cars in demand in Russia
It's hard to afford a Veyron or a CCX, and Russians in particular. The reason is not so much the high price, but the specifics of the market. In Russia, there are almost no specialized car dealerships where they would perform high-quality maintenance of a sports car.
However domestic consumers yet they find an opportunity to buy the most beautiful sports cars and proudly drive around on them. Below is the top of the cars that are in demand in the Russian Federation and do not differ in high cost (compared to the rating above).
- Lamborghini Huracan LP 5802 (11.4 million rubles).
- Audi R8 Coupe V10 Plus (11.2 million).
- Mercedes AMG GT (8 million).
- Nissan GT-R (6.7 million).
- Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 (6.35 million rubles).
- Porsche 718 Cayman S and Jaguar F-Tupe Coupe (4.5 million).
Now it’s worth figuring out - which car manufacturers are in great demand? Below we will consider American, European, Japanese and Korean concerns, as well as three of the most popular models.
The best American sports cars (by popularity)
Top 3 looks like this:
- chevrolet camaro.
- Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.
"Mustang" is on everyone's lips and simply cannot be little known. The buyer will have to pay about 3 million rubles for a vehicle with a 507 hp engine.
Now about the Camaro, another "celebrity". The sixth-generation update is almost a hundredweight lighter than its predecessor, as steel parts have been replaced with aluminum. All this for the comfort of the lover fast driving on road.
Main characteristics:
- engine capacity - 2 l;
- power - 238 hp;
- acceleration to 100 km / h - 5.9 s;
- 8-speed automatic transmission.
The 2019 Camaro costs almost 3 million rubles in the basic configuration, which also makes it attractive to the Russian luxury car enthusiast. In order to follow the development of this model, we recommend that you read the news from Chevrolet regularly.
Closes the rating Challenger SRT Hellcat. Machine power - 707 hp, speed - up to 250 km / h, eight-cylinder engine capacity - 6.2 liters. Up to a hundred from zero, the car accelerates in 3.6 seconds. Restyling in 2017 made it more dynamic, and advertising in the film "Fast and the Furious" condemned HellCat to purchase.
The most famous European sports cars in 2018-2019
Here it is worth highlighting the German concerns BMW, Porsche and Mercedes. It is difficult to choose the top three models, but the following are selected for our subjective rating:
- Porsche 91 Targa.
- BMW M6 GT3.
The first one is very underrated due to its open top, although it has everything to enjoy the ride. The engine, for example, develops 300 hp. In addition, model 718 is more affordable than analogues of this class.
"Targa" is unique in its responsive steering, optimally tuned suspension, and efficient engine. Unlike the 718 Boxter, it has a full range of security and driver assistance systems. Comfort and convenience are concepts that are appropriate to apply to the 911 Targa.
The M6 GT3 engine has 585 hp, and the car itself can hardly be called a road car - it was designed for racing track. However, the product of the Bavarian car engineers made it to the "Coolest sports cars from Europe" rating. It weighs only 1300 kg thanks to the use of ultra-light materials, and it accelerates to “weave” in less than 4 seconds. Just do not forget that the highway, not the city, is the home of this monster, and in all cases, be vigilant.
The best sports cars of Asian manufacturers
Here we will consider Japan and Korea - the countries occupying the leading positions in the world markets.
The top three sports "Japanese" looks like this.
There are many great racing cars in the world. From time to time, a car appears that inspires the world of sports for many years to come. The glory of the exploits of these cars and the racers who drove them remains for centuries. Films are made about them, I write novels, they betray historical facts by word of mouth. In the long history of motorsports, there have never been race cars that were innovative, excellent, beautiful or iconic.
Formula 1, DTM, Rally - each of the different types had their own iconic cars, ingenious inventions engineering has no boundaries. We present to the readers of the site 10 cars, which, as we assume, are the most legendary in the world of racing. Rating them, we consider useless, it is impossible to compare them, since their value is directly related to different disciplines of motorsport.
Let's leave everything as it is, just state the facts and present the Top 10 most legendary of all time in alphabetical order.
Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2
In the early 1980s, Audi largely dominated rally racing with its various versions of Quattro racing cars, despite the fact that the A1, A2 and Sport Quattro were formidable cars for their rivals, the Sport Quattro S1 E2 was the crowning achievement of Audi's rally efforts.
Powered by a 2.1 liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine producing 470 hp, the S1 E2 was a real overgrown monster of the legendary Group B rally, which managed to exalt the art of rallying on new level. As if this were not enough, the madmen from "rocked" their ward to 600 hp. Probably a sign from above was the Group B ban, which did not allow this rally heavyweight to enter the competition.
Auto Union Type C/D Hill Climb and Type C Streamliner
In the mid-30s of the 20th century, Auto Union (which included) led a successful Grand Prix program in which Type A, B, C and D racing cars participated. These cars were unusual for that time due to the mid-central engine location. Cars Type A, B and C came with a 16-cylinder engine, Type D was distinguished by a more modest 12-cylinder block.
Of the total number of unusual Auto Union, two special Auto Union Type cars stand out. First of all, it was a completely faired model. Built on the Type C, the Streamliner was over-designed for maximum benefit since 560 strong engine Type C. While testing a car for the Grand Prix on the autobahn (yes, you read that right, they didn’t bother about safety then, they set speed records, right on the roads common use), the Streamliner reached 400 km/h, and that was in 1937!
The following year, the same crazy engineers decided to build a racing Type D with a Type C engine for hill-climbing racing. To make sure all the gigantic power went to the pavement, the car was equipped with a set of twin tires that were installed on each side at the rear of the car.
Chaparral 2J
In the wild world of Can-Am racing, Chaparral has redefined the standard approach to getting the upper hand on all competitors. On previous models of the company's racing cars, massive aerodynamic wings were used for this, in the future, the engineers decided to have fun to the fullest. Chaparral came up with an ingenious way to get optimal downforce, regardless of the speed at which it was moving. new car 2J. He "stuck" to the canvas with the help of vacuum.
Two fans were installed at the rear of the car, powered by the snowmobile's engine, and sucked in air from under the bottom of the car. The skirts on the sides of the car were constantly located one inch from the ground thanks to the special design of the suspension. The 2J had really good downforce. It outperformed many of its competitors in this, but the 2J was horribly unreliable and was subsequently banned from racing for one year.
Ford GT40
The history of racing is constantly evolving, and at every stage of development, we can see our superheroes among the cars. Some we will never forget, probably never. One of them became. The supercar was conceived after an unsuccessful attempt by Ford to acquire Ferrari. The GT40 was built to knock Ferrari out of their own game of endurance racing. By 1966, the goal was achieved, with the GT40 finishing 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. GT40 will win over the next three years.
Four different versions of the GT40 were made: Mark I, II, III and IV. The Mark I used Ford's 4.9-liter V8, while the Mark II, III, and IV had the larger 7.0-liter V8. To this day, the look of the GT40 is one of the most recognizable in motorsport history.
Lancia Stratos HF
In the 1970s, Lancia partnered with Bertone to create a new rally car. To get maximum traction to the rear wheels, Lancia came up with an exotic mid-engined layout. At the center of the Stratos HF was a 2.4-liter V6 borrowed from a Ferrari Dino.
More like than a rally car, the Stratos HF proved to be very successful in rally racing. He won the championship World Rally 1974, 1975 and 1976. While another Lancia enjoyed even more success in rallying a decade later, it didn't have the same visual impact that the Stratos HF was able to achieve.
Mazda 787B
Over the years, many cars have won Le Mans podiums and only a few have been able to do so more than once. So what makes the 787B so special? This is a classic story of a loser turned winner. First of all, the 787B is the only Japanese car ever to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans. To this day, much more powerful Japanese manufacturers, such as Toyota, Nissan or Honda have never been able to repeat this feat.
Secondly, the Mazda 787B is the only car to win at Le Mans. The four-rotor engine was not only an excellent instrument of victory, but sounded like a heavenly harp. The 787B was not the fastest car at Le Mans, but it won thanks to its reliability and excellent fuel economy, it was economical. Yes, it owed its victory to reliability and economy, power in racing cars is not the main thing.
McLaren MP4/4
In 1988, arguably the best racing duo in Formula 1 history was formed. This was the year that Iron Senna joined Alain Prost on the team. In the same year, Honda became McLaren's engine supplier, installing a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine in the new McLaren MP4/4.
To say McLaren dominated the 1988 season would be an understatement. Of the 16 races that year, McLaren took 15 pole positions and won 15 races! Senna, Prost and newcomer to McLaren, Gerhard Berger, will continue winning races over the next few years. But none of the Marlboro-coloured cars that will follow after the M4/4 will dominate the race so much.
Porsche 917
Porsche 917 unusual car, because he was successful in two . Originally designed for endurance racing, the 917 has entered many races such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans. 917 consolidated its success by winning legendary race in 1970 and 1971, but 1972 gave the racing car an unpleasant surprise when the Le Mans rules changed, which automatically made the 917 obsolete.
Instead of throwing the car in the backyard racing history, Porsche is turning its attention to the Can-Am racing series. By adding a turbocharger to its big V12, the 917 produced about 850 hp. and surprisingly won the new 1972 championship. In 1973, the engine was enlarged and now the 917 could "produce" 1500 hp. The car completely dominated the next season, but Can-Am's rule change in 1974 once again pointed to the Porsche 917's place in racing history.
But in the memory of the fans, he did not move to a landfill, on the contrary, he went to the Museum of Glory. Many consider the 1973 Porsche 917 to be the most powerful racing car ever built.
Suzuki Escudo Dirt Trail
The Pike Peak International Hill Climb competition is amazing. In Pike Peak racing there are essentially no hold-alls, competitors can compete against each other as they please. The competition allows drivers, engineers and manufacturers to push the limits of automotive engineering and technology. From 1992 to 2011, the mountain climb was dominated by Nobuhiro "Monster" Taima, who won the tournament nine times, including six in a row, from 2004 to 2011.
As an idea conceived in 1995. The car was named Suzuki Escudo Dirt Trail, the car became the owner of two turbocharged 2.5-liter V6 engines - one installed in the front, the other in the rear of the car. Total power - 981 hp Power went to all four wheels. , created all the downforce known to mankind, the Escudo was a monster made to control a monster. It may not be the fastest car ever to storm a hill, but it is simply one of the craziest stormtroopers.
The cementing foundation of the legacy was the inclusion of the Suzuki Escudo Dirt Trail in the Gran Turismo franchise.
Tyrrell P34
How to get more grip while racing? Very simple - add wheels. Along with the huge rear wheels, the main hallmark Tyrrell P34 steel has four small front wheels. This strange at first glance move not only was able to reduce drag and increase the front contact patch, but also allowed to "acquire" additional braking power.
Prepared for the 1976 racing season, the six-wheeled mutant proved its racing competence with 10 podium finishes. He even won the Swedish Grand Prix that year with an impressive Tyrrell finish of 1st and 2nd. In 1977, the car took a dramatic backseat, and advances in aerodynamics made the six-wheel design redundant from the 1978 season.
Six wheels became Tyrrell's hallmark and made it one of the most recognizable cars in motorsport, however, failed to make it the most productive.
An article about the 10 most beautiful sports cars, their features and specifications. At the end of the article - an interesting video about 10 sports cars that you hardly ever heard of!
But for many, extreme nature and extreme power are not all, slightly different requirements are imposed on cars of this level. They must demonstrate design at the level of a world masterpiece. Let's try to rank the most beautiful sports cars.
Rating of the most beautiful sports cars in the world
This car was put into production back in 2000 and retained the general style of its predecessors. Created at the end of the era of biodesign, it embodies the best of its qualities, which made it possible to achieve outstanding aerodynamics.
As for the technical features and interior of the car, they are quite modest. The in-line four-cylinder engine is located transversely in the base of the car. The power of the base model is only 122 hp, but thanks to its low weight, acceleration to the first hundred takes 5.9 seconds.
Despite the working volume of 1.8 liters, the car is able to step over the second hundred. The top speed is 202 km/h. There were also more dynamic versions, which managed to achieve a match between outstanding design and technical potential.
If we talk about beauty, then Pagani Zonda will not leave anyone indifferent - someone categorically does not like her appearance, and someone considers her the pinnacle of style. In any case, the car turned out to be outstanding not only in terms of technical characteristics.
The maximum speed of 350 km / h allows you to safely attribute it not just to sports cars, but to supercars. The mid-engine layout with rear axle drive allows you to experience all the delights of driving such powerful car(602 hp). But there was an extreme modification with a twelve-cylinder engine and a return of 750 forces.
Against the background of its predecessor, Skyline looks somewhat modest, and its technical characteristics are no longer impressive. But, nevertheless, 450 hp. and acceleration to the first hundred in 4 seconds increase the objectivity of the assessment. Given that these figures are achieved with an engine displacement of 2.6 liters, the result is really impressive.
As for appearance, this car has become not just a favorite of the public, it has set the main canons for the development of sports car manufacturing in Japan.
This carrier of the three-pointed star became a style icon immediately after the publication. Its appearance, an aggressive radiator grill flowing into the hood, together with doors swinging upwards, exceeded the wildest expectations.
This model has become the reincarnation of the roadsters of the 50s of the last century and has absorbed the main features of the best examples, adapted to modern realities. It did not look like any of the produced cars or prototypes, so it became a fresh stream in the design world.
Against the background of unsurpassed comfort, a wide range of additional equipment and refined handling, the SLR McLaren has become a truly iconic, and its name has become a household name in the world of sports cars.
If we talk about style, then we cannot fail to mention the Diablo, which became a fundamental step for the entire Lamborghini brand. And to this day it is the first model that comes to mind when mentioning sports and racing cars.
The design, despite its belonging to the “folded sheet” style, which was outdated at that time, turned out to be so fresh and original that common features, preserved in subsequent models, look harmonious to this day.
The equipment was also to match the appearance: a twelve-cylinder engine with a capacity of 492 hp, which allowed you to gain 100 km / h in 3.8 seconds, and a rear-engine layout were a truly explosive combination. There were more powerful versions, equipped with a 590 hp engine.
Another icon of style, an uncompromising muscle car created according to American canons. The appearance of this model was a turning point in the history of the brand, which was henceforth associated exclusively with Viper.
In the biodesign-inspired appearance, one could guess some features that came from Japan, which was not surprising given the dominance of cars from this country in the sales ratings of that time.
The technical specifications are still impressive. So the first hundred was achieved in just 4 seconds, and the maximum speed was 306 km / h. Despite the solid age of the model, the automaker constantly improved its handling and brought the dynamics to breathtaking values.
Every year the car lost weight due to the use of advanced technologies, and the engines became more and more powerful.
This car was created as the best in everything. It was supposed to be the fastest, most powerful, expensive and at the same time quite rare due to the limited edition. The first developments were laid back in the early 90s of the last century, which could not but affect its appearance.
By the time serial samples appeared, the design was already somewhat outdated, and numerous prototypes gave a fairly clear idea of appearance novelties.
Nevertheless, the designers managed the almost impossible - they retained the signature features laid down in the Bugatti sports cars of the 1930s.
As for the technical characteristics, it seems that they have reached the limit and will never be surpassed. Acceleration to 100 km / h fits in an imperceptible 2.46 seconds, and the top speed reaches 407.5 km / h.
Porsche cars over the past 30-40 years have been distinguished by the continuity of design and the preservation of a common style. However, for this model, the main canons have been greatly changed, and although the brand is unconditionally guessed in it, even people far from the automotive industry will notice a number fresh ideas, which were subsequently embodied in other cars.
The Carrera GT series was launched back in 2003, but despite this, the style was made in the key of the “techno” direction, which gave aggressiveness and focused on the refined aerodynamics of the car. 612 HP Acceleration to the first hundred in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 334 km / h put it on a par with the most advanced supercars.
As for the British car industry, whose main market niche for decades has been the production of small-scale sports cars, the DB9 can be considered the crowning creation of their stylists. The unique combination of traditional design and cutting-edge technology has refreshed the entire line-up and regained the interest of buyers around the world.
Unlike its "compatriots", Aston Martin DB9 embodied not only a modern look and powerful engine, but also advanced technologies that made it possible to be on a par with the best products of the global automotive industry. Produced since 2004, the roadster has not lost its appeal today, which once again proves that good design exists out of time.
As for the Ferrari brand, so adored by the public in the late 90s, ten years later, even its ardent fans began to admit that the continuity of style drives cars from Italy to a standstill. A radical design update was required, while maintaining branded features. It was under this slogan that the Ferrari 458 Italia appeared.
At the first glance, one notices LED headlights and sharp edges appearing in the hood line.
Production started in 2009, and for that time the style was very aggressive, which, despite the traditional soft contours of the body, did not cause rejection among the public.
Unlike the exterior, the interior design was simply futuristic, but at the same time quite harmoniously combined with the exterior.
At all times, sports cars were subject to very specific requirements, which concerned not only the perfection of technical characteristics and luxurious equipment, but also the original design, comparable to the completed masterpiece, able to impress the public, but at the same time look harmonious after decades.
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Tuners from the Renntech studio presented a refinement program for the Mercedes-AMG GT S coupe, after which the car noticeably increased power. Renntech specialists have optimized the software, installed more efficient filters and stainless steel exhaust pipes, after which the performance of the four-liter eight-cylinder engine with 2 turbines increased to 726 horsepower and up to 889 Nm of torque.
Acura NSX 2016 - production version of the Japanese car
The serial version of the modern Japanese car was presented at the beginning of 2015, at the winter auto show in Detroit, and only now the car has become ready for serial production. Manufacturers have finally removed the veil of secrecy by declassifying the technical characteristics of the serial sports car Acura NSX model year 2016-2017 and announcing that the car is completely ready for mass production.
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera 2019 - the most powerful production model from Aston Martin
The British company Aston Martin at the end of June 2018 introduced the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera supercar 2018-2019 model year, which today is the most powerful model of the brand's powerful production model and is named after the long-term cooperation of the British with the Italian body shop Touring Superleggera. In the review, the technical characteristics, photos, price and configuration of the Aston Martin DBS Superlegger 2018-2019.
Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 2015
This year, especially with the approach of spring, car manufacturers began to prepare closely for all types of hauls. The already powerful Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 has received a significant upgrade in appearance and fit for a track racing car.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT8 - track version of the coupe
The British company Aston Martin, or rather its sports division, has developed a track modification of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage supercar with the GT8 prefix. According to representatives of the brand, the new “charged” coupe will be the fastest and lightest in the history of the model. Further in the review are photos, videos, equipment and technical characteristics of the new modification.
Aston Martin Valkyrie 2018 - a unique British sports car
The new model of the 2018-2019 Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar, developed by Aston Martin, Red Bull Advanced Technologies and AF Racing, is ready for mass production. In the review, technical characteristics, equipment, price, photos and videos of a unique sports car with technologies from Formula 1.
Aston Martin Vanquish S 2017 - a new version of the sports car
The premiere of the Aston Martin Vanquish S 2017-2018 model year took place in November as part of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The new version of the sports car continues the tradition of the 2nd generation Vanquish, which has been on sale since 2012. Representatives of the company have already stated that the novelty will become last car line, and it will be replaced by an improved generation, significantly different from the current modifications.
Aston Martin Vantage 2018 - a new coupe with a motor from Mercedes-AMG
New models Aston Martin 2018-2019 presents the new generation Aston Martin Vantage coupe with a chic appearance with a powerful turbocharged 510-horsepower V8 4.0 Mercedes-AMG engine. In the review, technical specifications, equipment, price, photos and videos of the new British supercar Aston Martin Vantage 2018-2019, the official premiere of which will take place in 2018 at the Geneva Motor Show.
Aston Martin unveiled Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake wagon
Aston Martin announces Vanquish Zagato three-door station wagon Shooting brake 2018 was still in the summer, and full-fledged images of the new car were published only at the end of October 2017. New station wagon, developed jointly with the Italian studio Zagato, became the fourth car in the family. The presented car is the result of fruitful cooperation between Aston Martin and the Italian studio Zagato, which have been producing truly unique models for several decades. In a review of photos, specifications and the first news of the 2018 Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake.
2018 Audi PB18 e-tron concept electric supercar with sliding cab
Audi has completely declassified the electric supercar Audi PB18 e-tron, which debuted at Pebble Beach. Electric auto the novelty was built by engineers of the Audi Sport division, the concept supercar has not only an excellent transformation, since it can seat the driver on the side or in the center of the cabin, but also gains the first hundred faster Bugatti Chiron. In the review, technical specifications, equipment, video and photos of the PB18 e-tron from Audi.
Audi R8 2019 - a restyled version of the Audi R8 supercar
Audi, not long before the world premiere, which will take place in November 2018 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, officially introduced the updated Audi R8 supercar. In the review, technical specifications, equipment, price, photos and videos of the Audi R8 Coupe and Audi R8 Spyder 2019-2020. The start of sales in Europe of the mid-engine supercar Audi R8 of the 2nd generation, which survived the planned restyling, is scheduled for early 2019 at a price of 165,000 euros. Before Russian market the novelty will reach only in the summer of 2019, and its price for domestic market will be from 11,300,000 rubles.
Audi R8 V10 RWS - new rear-wheel drive coupe and roadster
In mid-September 2017, at the Frankfurt auto show, the 2018-2019 Audi lineup of cars was replenished with a rear-wheel drive mid-engine, premium sports car Audi R8 RWS, available in two versions - a coupe and a soft-top roadster. In the review, technical characteristics, equipment, price and photo Audi R8 RWS, where the extreme abbreviation stands for "Rear Wheel Series".
Audi RS3 Sportback 2017 - five-door with 400-horsepower engine
Audi cars 2017-2018 replenished with premium compact hatchback Audi RS3 Sportback C-class, under the hood of which a powerful 400-horsepower engine is installed. The world premiere of the Audi RS3 from Ingolstadt will take place in March 2017 at the annual Geneva Motor Show.
Audi RS4 Avant 2018 - German station wagon with 450-horsepower biturbo engine
German World Premiere wagon Audi RS4 Avant with a 450-horsepower V6 2.9 petrol biturbo engine took place six months ago as part of the Frankfurt Motor Show 2017, and six months later, the Audi RS4 Avant reached the Russian market. In the review, technical specifications, equipment, price, photos and videos of the 2018-2019 Audi RS4 Avant.
Audi RS5 2017 with 450-horsepower engine from the Porsche Panamera
New cars Audi 2017-2018 replenished new Audi RS5 Coupe 2nd generation. In the review, the technical specifications, equipment, price, photo and video of the new generation Audi RS5 with a powerful 2.9-liter gasoline 450-horsepower V6, which went to the two-door coupe from Porsche Panamera.
2019 Audi RS5 Sportback - 2nd Generation Sportback Model
The Audi RS5 family is an all-wheel drive, high-performance European D-Class available in two body styles two-door coupe or a five-door liftback ("Coupe" and "Sportback" respectively). Cars are distinguished by stunning exterior design and luxurious interior, not to mention the technical stuffing.
Audi S5 Coupe 2017 - the second generation of the German two-door
"Charged" coupe of the second Audi generations The 2017-2018 S5 celebrated its official premiere on June 2, 2016 at a special event in Ingolstadt at the same time as the “civilian” two-door, and was rolled out to the wider public at the end of September as part of the Paris Motor Show 2016.
Audi TT 2019 - update of the entire Audi TT family
The German company Audi AG has introduced an updated family of Audi TT. Having survived the restyling of the two-door Audi TT Coupe and Audi TT Roadster received minimal changes body and interior, got more packaged basic equipment, and most importantly, received seriously upgraded engines and even an anniversary Audi version TT 20 years. In our Audi review TT Coupe and Audi TT Roadster 2018-2019 - photos and videos, price and equipment, specifications of the updated coupe and roadster Audi TT. Orders for the new Audi TT models in Europe open in September 2018, starting at €35,000 for the Audi TT Coupe and €37,500 for the Audi TT Roadster. Deliveries of the updated Audi TT to Russia are expected at the beginning of the next 2019.
The 2018-2019 BMW 8-Series flagship coupe is already available for order in Russia, although live cars will only go on sale in a few months. The price of the new coupe is comparable to the "charged" BMW M5 sedan, so the eighth series will not be cheap.
