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11 wrz 2017 · They would be shaped like bullets for maximum aerodynamic efficiency with the least drag, with a little compartment where the riders lie down in as the soapbox cars roll down across the...
7 lip 2014 · One of the most extraordinary racers ever, the Howmet was based on a spaceframe chassis fitted with a two-stage gas turbine engine producing 330bhp at 6789rpm. The alloy coupe body was distinguished by a large roof-mounted engine air intake.
20 gru 2009 · As recently as 1992, the steering wheel on a Formula 1 car was a relatively plain, straightforward piece of equipment, round in shape, with a metal plate at the centre to attach it to the...
29 lip 2020 · The 1903 Winton Bullet No. 2 was Alexander Winton's ultimate race car, with a huge horizontal eight-cylinder engine, capable of 83.7 mph.
10 lis 2023 · Starting with the classic cars of the 1920s, two iconic models that defined this era were the Bugatti Type 35 and the Bentley 3 Litre. These exquisite automobiles showcased elegance, power, and precision, capturing the attention of racing enthusiasts and luxury car enthusiasts alike.
23 kwi 2014 · In the 1960s, the gas coupe and sedan categories featured some of the coolest and most colorful race cars ever seen on a drag strip. Here are ten great examples. In the drag racing rule books of the era, the formal title was the Gas Coupe and Sedan category, but everyone called them gassers.
Sports car racing can trace its roots back to the late 19th century when automotive enthusiasts began to participate in organized races to test the capabilities of their vehicles. The first recorded sports car race took place in France in 1894, marking the beginning of a new era in motorsports.