Sports cars: stamps, concept, history

Machines, at the sight of which all are in awe, that do not allow to sleep peacefully, for them are given whole states, the demand for them is always - they are sports cars.

All vehicle emblems with brand namesit is pointless to enumerate. This list is updated regularly. Sports cars on the road attract attention and will not leave anyone indifferent. Almost everyone wants to possess such an iron horse.

The concept of "sports cars." Brands

Sportcar (sports car) is a conditionalThe name of vehicles is two-, in rare cases four-seater, having higher speed qualities in comparison with other machines. Also these cars have a more powerful engine, understated body. However, do not confuse them with race cars that are made specifically for competitions and tracks. Sports cars, in turn, are designed for movement on ordinary roads. Accordingly, their owners are obliged to pass state registration, get license plates and have all light devices, as for a conventional car.

During the whole era of machine building, cars, emblems and badges changed. The history of the model of the sport car can be rooted in the distant past. During all this time, two main types were distinguished:

• Two-door coupe.
• Roadster.

Recently, in the sports car classbegan to include four-door models. For example, "Porsche Panamera" or "Aston Martin Rapid". These cars are still not widely distributed, and in different languages ​​have their names. In Russia, they are called "sports sedans" ("limousines").

Historically, sports cars are divided into two types:

• European;
• American.

These two types of cars reallyare significantly different. After all, each was developed on the basis of the road system of the region and the taste preferences of consumers. European sports cars were made mainly for high-speed movement on country roads. "Americans" in comparison were larger. Now the production of high-speed cars has a niche segment, so this division into types becomes irrelevant.

The main features of sports cars:

• Image auto.
• The price of a sports car is higher than that of a civil car. This is due to the use of special units and assemblies that are approved for use on ordinary roads.
• Specifications significantly exceed the speed, power, dynamics of conventional vehicles.
• Have a certificate of admission to operation on public roads.
• Sports cars are required to register.

The most famous manufacturers

Most companies arerange of cars, but there are those that develop and produce purely sports cars. The brands (list by manufacturer category) on the market are listed below:

• Companies that manufacture high-speed cars in limited quantities (Lamborghini, Bugatti).
• Firms that produce a variety of sports and racing cars (Porsche, Ferrari, Maserati, Yankar, Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo, Audi).
• Multidisciplinary companies (Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Mazda, Dodge, Chevrolet and others).

Budget sports cars

Inexpensive sports car? It sounds strange and a trick is felt. But in fact it is not. Buy a sporty inexpensive car - a reality, not a myth. And everyone has the opportunity to possess it.

Sports cars, whose brands are budget-priced for:

• "Toyota GT-86". The car that made drift a reality. This machine has a great impact.
• "Ford Fiesta ST."Given all the characteristics, we can not say that this is the most powerful sports car, but for daily use it is the most beautiful choice. The only hitch is that this cheap car is not available in our market.
• Mini Cooper S.The car will increase in value several times, if it ottyuningovat. But this is not necessary. In the basic configuration, this is an excellent car with a cheerful engine and responsive chassis.
• Renault Clio RS.It seemed like what to expect from an auto company, which produces one of the most boring hatchbacks. However, it is quite possible to turn them into sports masterpieces. "Cleo" is a fast, obedient and inexpensive car.

The most expensive brands of sports cars

The emblems of these cars are recognizable and practically not required in the presentation. The five most expensive sports cars:

• Lamborghini Veneno.
• Lykan Hypersport.
• Bugatti Veyron Super Sports.
• Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster and Aston Martin One-77.
• Zenvo ST1.

Single sports cars

As they say, you will not please yourself, no onewill be pleased. Probably, this phrase is inspired by people acquiring a single or double car. These vehicles are a separate category of sports cars. In our homeland, these kids are difficult to meet.

The brands of sports cars, whose names are included in the world ratings:

• AC Cobra.This is a legend, which is manufactured and re-issued for about half a century. A car with charisma for selfishness. The approximate maximum speed is about two hundred and sixty kilometers per hour. No one measured the exact data. Yes, this is not particularly necessary. In this car, the main thing is status and dynamics.
• SSC Tuatara - the newest sports car, not possessingprice. The manufacturer itself is not in a position to determine its value. The maximum speed is four hundred and thirty kilometers per hour. Up to a hundred times in one second.

• Saleen S7 Twin Turbo.In principle, in this car you can be alone. But the point? It was created for selfish, rich people. The maximum speed of the car is three hundred and ninety-nine kilometers per hour. In the states, the cost of cars is about half a million dollars. After import into the Russian Federation, its price will increase at times.

"Old Men" -exporters

Now it's hard to imagine racing on sports cars of the 20th century. They seem to us ridiculous or toy. But, as they say, everything has its time.

Sports cars (brands) that were produced in the last century:

• Lotus Seven - 1957
• Chevrolet Corvette - 1953g.
• Porsche 911 -1963.
• Nissan S30 (or Datsun 240z) - the 70th of the last century.