2013 Dodge Viper SRT

The power of the V10 is now 640 horsepower

It seemed, for a moment, that would no longer have a future. A cruel fate, for what in effect was the most irreverent supercar of the nineties and noughties. We talk about the Viper, the muscle car that was born in 1992 with the intent to impress: design inspired by the muscular AC Cobra of the sixties (in fact contributed to the Carroll Shelby style) and an engine size almost embarrassing: 8-liter, ten-cylinder junction Dodge Truck. Twenty years later, the establishments Conner Avenue, Detroit, Viper back to life. Has lost none of his exuberance, because the muscles are always in sight and the engine is always huge (S10 8.4), but it has renewed in every single bolt to give a hard time with the latest supercars.

The 10-cylinder 8.4, although it is derived from the fourth and last generation (the SRT-10), has been lightened and strengthened, now delivers 640 horsepower and the beauty of 83 kgm of torque, the latter value from among the world record aspirated engines.

The change is always the classic Tremec TR6060 manual but the ratios of its six-speed transmission was shortened due to a reduced final.

Many efforts were then made to reduce the mass, with the adoption of aluminum and carbon fiber for the bodywork and a shell which is also lightweight and above 50% of the stiffened thanks also to the "X" on the engine, of the beams in aluminum magnesium and to reinforce the cradle which houses the engine. Now the Viper gives you a weight under 15 pounds (1495 kg with the SRT Track Pack, brakes, tires and components to be run), a power to weight ratio that rivals the most violent sport on the planet: 2.33 kg / hp.

The new Viper also appears a bit 'more electronics. They are well handled suspension with Bilstein shock absorbers DampTronic adjustable in two positions, as well as driving dynamics: we now have the launch control and a stability control can be set in four positions, to its total exclusion for fun to make smoking a gigantic Pirelli P Zero 355/30 ZR 19. The interior has been modernized: it is more spacious, welcoming and multimedia, with our new U Connect screen from 8.4 "to see both the details of the navigator, but also data on motor performance.

The new Viper SRT will debut in dealerships this summer already American, although unfortunately not yet given to know if it passes the borders of the U.S., maybe even in the light of the "hooks" of the Chrysler Group here in Italy. Certainly we can admire it on the race, since the launch of the same "street legal" (at the show in New York these days) was also presented to the GTS-R racing variant. Curated by Riley Technologies, Viper GT2 class debut this year in the American Le Mans Series with drivers Dominik Farnbacher, Marc Goossens and Ryan Hunter-Reay Kuno Wittmer, ready to give battle to the rival, the Chevy Corvette C6R .

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The R/T variant of Caliber also provides the facility of music gate speakers and heated seats including 18-inch alloy wheels, sports tuned steering and suspension system. Moreover, in this model, 18-inch chrome plated seats and leather seats are also provided. Now, if we talk about the other variant SRT4, the various facilities available in this car are upgraded brakes, a lowered suspension, sport seating, 19-inch wheels, functional air scoop and a turbocharged engine.

A standard hard drive server and 13-speaker kicker audio system is also available with this model. The SXT and SE models come with 1.8 liter four cylinder engine that has an engine power of 148hp and torque up to 125 lb-ft. but the engine of the R/T model comes in 2.4 liter version with a power of 172 hp and a torque of 165 lb-ft.

The R/T variant also happens to be the only car to qualify for the PZEV tailpipe emissions status organized at California Emission States. The high performance 2.4 liter engine of SRT4 is also good for 265 lb-ft torque and 285 hp engine power. This model is provided with 6-speed manual transmission.

In the SE and SXT models, disk brakes are available in the front wheels, whereas drums are available in the rear. Anti-lock facility is also included with these options. The SRT and R/T models are featured with standard ABS systems and four-wheel disk brake system. In these models, for the driver's safety specially, knee-blocker airbags are also available.

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The 2009 Dodge Avenger

The latest Dodge Avenger launched in 2009 is a fuel efficient and mid sized spacious sedan class car. The main features of this car include the qualities of solid performance on R/T model, wide selection of in cabin electronics, quite and smooth highway ride and its standard fuel economy quality. Besides these, the steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, anti-lock breaking system, rear spoiler and fog lights are also available with the car.

But nowadays, some extra facilities are also provided in the SXT model, which are automatic temperature control, remote start, garage door opener, auto-dimming rear view mirror, heated and cooled cup holder, automatic head lamps and heated cloth seats.

The 2.7 liter V6 engine has now fleet-only engine option having four cylinders. It is a perfect car for those people who avoid the muscular American cars and need a family car in sedan class. There are almost three choices available in the Avenger out of which, two come with V6 engines. The V6 engine equipped in the car provides the same power as that of the Honda Accord.

In one of the studies done by "Affordable Midsize Cars", Avenger got the rating of 24 out of 24. This study was based upon the analysis of over 34 public reviews. From the federal Government, the 2009 Avenger earned 5 and 4-star crash test ratings. For the year 2009, the latest car is the brand new Mazda 6 that provides feelings of sporty drive, but the latest Dodge Avenger is not inferior by any means.

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2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X designed to compete in the Viper Racing League

Dodge today pulled the cover off the newest special-edition model of the 2010 Viper SRT10 lineup. The Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X is a turn-key, non-street legal race car that is slated to make its on-track debut in the summer of 2010.

The Dodge Viper has enjoyed a successful racing heritage that began in 1996 with the original Viper racing entry, the GTS-R, which earned five international GT championships and the 1997-1999 FIA GT championships. It also posted an amazing overall win at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona in 1999 – the first for a production-based American car.

The Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X will make its on-track debut in July 2010 in a newly developed spec series called the Dodge Viper Cup, which will be sanctioned by the existing Viper Racing League. Each vehicle in the new series must be the new Viper ACR-X.

The Dodge Viper Competition Coupe, introduced in 2003, delivered the next chapter with its coupe-shaped carbon/Kevlar body and a track-ready chassis, based on the Dodge Viper SRT10. The Viper Competition Coupe has continued the on-track prowess by capturing the 2004 SCCA Speed World Challenge GT title, championships in Formula D Drifting series in 2004 and 2006 and the British GT Championship in 2007 and 2008.

The Viper SRT10 ACR-X is designed to compete in the Viper Racing League, Sports Car Club of America and National Auto Sport Association events.

Combining the best performance attributes of the record-setting, street-legal Dodge Viper ACR (American Club Racer) and the safety equipment of championship-winning Viper Competition Coupe, the Viper ACR-X is powered by the SRT-developed 8.4-liter V10, equipped with factory headers and a low-restriction exhaust system, that produces 640 horsepower (40 more than production model).

The suspension also is tuned and upgraded specifically for on-track usage, while the weight is lightened by a full 160 pounds (versus the standard production Viper) to take on even the most challenging road course. Additional aerodynamic upgrades improve downforce, while enhancing stability and significantly improving grip in high-speed cornering.

Similar to the Dodge Viper Competition Coupe, the Viper ACR-X contains factory-installed safety equipment such as a factory-designed roll cage, fuel cell and race seat. Additional racing components are added to meet the significant durability and reliability requirements for on-track competition.

In what will be the final year of production for the current generation Viper, the ACR-X is the third limited, special-edition model to be introduced by Dodge. ““We’re going to make 2010 the most exciting year for Viper yet with specially developed cars for the street and the track,” added Gilles. “The ACR-X is targeted at road-racing enthusiasts who want to successfully compete in our ultimate American sports car.”

Last month, the SRT team used a testing session at Laguna Seca raceway to shake down the Viper ACR-X for the first time. Behind the wheel was professional driver Kuno Wittmer from the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Touring Car Championship series, who was able to run consistent 1:31.00 lap times around the 2.238-mile, 11-turn course. Wittmer’s lap times were more than 3 seconds faster than the street-legal Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR that holds the production car track record at Laguna Seca raceway.

Two races per weekend for five weekends will make up the 10-race 2010 Dodge Viper Cup schedule which includes July 9-11 at Virginia International Raceway; August 14-15 at Hallett Raceway; September 11-12 at Pocono Raceway; October 1-3 at Miller Motorsports Park and October 22-24 at Daytona International Speedway.

A contingency program sponsored by Dodge Motorsports and Mopar will pay out more than $200,000 during 2010. Payouts for each race are in cash and Mopar vouchers come as credit toward purchase of Mopar parts and accessories.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X will be approximately $110,000. Production is slated to begin in Spring 2010.

Muschallaro: Camaro , Challenger and Mustang

A talented modeler named Robert D. came up with the wacky idea of creating a scale-model that combines elements from the latest editions of Detroit's pony cars: the body of a Chevy Camaro, the front end of a Dodge Challenger and the rear-end of the Ford Mustang. And this here is the result.


We have a "Retro in the Metro" theme for our NNL in 2 weeks. We have a Challenger, Camaro, and Mustang illustrated on our flyer. One of my cohorts was planning to build one of each for the show. I realized I might be able to do all three in one model.


"I like the main body of the Camaro better than the Challenger. I like the Challenger front end better than the Camaro. Once the idea was in my head to add Mustang to the equation, it all came together, because I found out pretty quickly that the three could combine into one," Robert stated in a forum for model cars.


The Camaro front end is longer than the Challenger, I cast the stock hood and lengthened it using two resin hoods grafted together. The front is longer, but the model will use Camaro chassis/interior, wheelbase is shorter than Challenger.



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