Rank: 3
0-to-60 MPH acceleration time: 3.3 seconds
Power-to-weight ratio: 6.3 lb/HP
Engine specs: 5.4-litre V8; 550 HP
Price: $149,995
The Ford GT is an intimidating beast with an incredible acceleration time and a vintage racing look that is still completely modern. This vehicle marks the 40th anniversary of the original Ford GT race car beating the world's best in endurance racing at Le Mans in 1966.
The 2006 version is a unique reinterpretation of the original. A special Limited Edition exterior colour, Tungsten Grey, is offered to commemorate the 1966 victory. Similar to the 2005 Ford GT, the 2006 version boasts a 550-HP V8 engine, yet it shaved 0.4 seconds off its acceleration time. This car may be intended for the road, but it has race-like qualities, not unlike the original.
The GT will cease production in September this year and will soon be replaced by the Shelby GT500. This ultra-high-performa nce sports car is built on an aluminum space-frame chassis with super-plastic- formed aluminum body panels. The supercharged V8 engine produces 550 pound-feet of torque and the six-speed manual transmission delivers power to the rear wheels.
Lamborghini Murcielago LP640
Rank: 4
0-to-60 MPH acceleration time: 3.4 seconds
Power-to-weight ratio: 5.7 lb/HP
Engine specs: 6.5-litre V12; 640 HP
Price: $350,000
Set to make an entry in India through Exclusive Motors, this sleek, mean machine - named after the fighting bull - is the newest evolution of the Lamborghini Murcielago, replacing last year's coupe. The massive V12 engine located behind the cockpit blasts this bull to 62 MPH in 3.4 seconds. This powerful beast looks like a futuristic version of the 2006, with a large spoiler underneath the aggressive front bumper and a redesigned rear diffuser.
This Italian supercar has a permanent all-wheel-drive system with electronic traction control. The LP640 has a six-speed manual transmission along with an electronically controlled adaptive suspension.
With the signature steel scissor doors, the LP640 also brags striking carbon-fiber body panels and a steel roof that is lined with quilted leather upholstery, as are the door inserts and seats.
