Bertone Mantide

Bertone Mantide which is based on the 2009 Corvette ZR1 has been revealed by STILE BERTONE. Bertone Mantide which previously teased under the Project M name, will be unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.

Bertone Mantide may reach its top speed up to 351 km/h (217mph) and 62 mph in 3.2 seconds acceleration time.

Bertone Mantide features light-weight carbon fibber racing seats, FIA regulation triangulated roll cage, and also 4pt racing harness.

Bertone Mantide is around 100 kg lighter and has 25% (Cd 0.298) less drag. While for its design, it has been influenced by Formula One and aerospace technology.

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Nissan NISMO 370Z

Nissan has unveils the Nissan NISMO 370Z at the New York International Auto Show. Powered by 3.7 liter V6 engine coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission and a rear-wheel-drive system, Nissan NISMO 370Z may develops 350 hp at 7,400 rpm and 276 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm.

Nissan NISMO 370Z which will hit the showroom floor in June 2009 is developed by NNA’s Specialty Vehicles Group in collaboration with Autech Japan.

Nissan NISMO 370Z comes with new side sills, spoiler, rear bumper, an integrated chin spoiler, and also an extended front nose.

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Nissan Qazana Concept Car

Nissan Qazana crossover is the latest concept from the Japanese manufacturer that has been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. Inspired by the motorbikes and beach buggies, Nissan want reinvent a small five-door car with a compact design.

With 4060mm in length, 1780 in wide, and 1570mm in tall, Nissan Qazana concept also has a wheelbase of 2530mm.

Nissan Qazana concept has a high waistline, prominent wheel arches, and slim side windows on its exterior styling. While on its interior, Nissan Qazana is inspired by motorcycles with a mechanical feel with the center console design inspired by a motorcycle fuel tank and seat.

Nissan also said that their latest new concept car will be equipped with the next generation fully electronic ALL MODE four-wheel drive with torque vectoring system.

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