Awesome Sports Cars

The most powerful production Lotus ever made, the GT430 packs a 3.5L supercharged V6 that makes 430hp. The car is loaded with aero upgrades which create more than 550 lb of downforce, and it can go 0-to-60 in 3.7 seconds, with a 190 mph top speed.

Jaguar Special Vehicle Operations took the sporty XE sedan and transformed it into a track beast. This beautiful, aerodynamic, carbon fiber lightened monster rocks a 5.0L supercharged V8, carbon ceramic brakes, and does 0-to-60 in 3.3 seconds, with a 200 mph top speed.

Like its coupe brother, the 570S Spyder packs a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that sends 562 hp to the rear wheels. The retractable hardtop variant gains very little weight, stays just as rigid, and still does 0 to 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, and hits 204mph (top up) or 196mph (top down).

Our friends at DriveWithDave spent an afternoon with the new Lotus Evora 400, the fastest Lotus road car ever.  A supercharged 3.5 liter V6 packs 400 horses, and the car sprints from 0-60 in 4.1 seconds with a 186 mph top end. Plus, it’s got an incredible exhaust note.

The Ferrari 360 Spider combines awesome handling with incredible performance. DriveWithDave spent time on the road with this rare 6-speed model. Without a roof, every driving sensation is magnified and the exhaust note is a symphony of legend and history.

An ultra-lightweight, 375 hp Exige which can zip from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds. A big wing out back and other aero mods give it 440 lb of downforce, and sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 ensure incredible grip. Only 60 will be made, all headed for Europe.

Because the 707hp Challenger Hellcat wasn’t enough, Dodge will offer their muscle car with an 840 hp supercharged V8, launching the beast from 0-to-60 in 2.3 seconds, running the 1/4-mile in 9.65 seconds, then driving home after popping wheelies at the drag strip.

We got behind the wheel of Alfa’s 505 hp Super Bowl star car. Beyond its striking looks, it drives fantastically, with precise steering, a superbly stiff chassis, and more power than we need, but exactly as much as we want. Hear it launch, then read our full review on 95octane.

The Elise Sprint’s carbon fiber parts help shave off over 90 lb. of weight compared to the standard model, giving it a dry weight of just 1759 lb. It also borrows the Exige Sport 350’s open-gate gearbox. Available in 1.6L 134 hp or a supercharged 1.8L 217 hp engine. Sadly, it’s not US-bound.

We had the opportunity to take the new retractable fastback version of the MX-5 Miata for a spin through the hills of Southern Cali. The MX-5 RF is every bit as fun as the roadster, looks amazing, and offers added shelter from the elements. Full review on 95octane.

The Yellow Bird returns with a carbon fiber monocoque designed by RUF itself. The rear-mounted twin-turbocharged 3.6L flat-six Porsche engine produces up to 700hp and 649lbft of torque. At 3.5lb per hp, it goes from 0 to 62mph at a blistering 3.5s.

The latest version of the 911 GT3 now comes with either the usual 7-speed PDK or a 6-speed manual transmission. Its 4L flat-six produces up to 500 hp and 339 lb-ft. of torque, while its redesigned front and rear help it create up to 20% more downforce than its predecessor.

McLaren’s newest Super Series is powered by a 4L twin-scroll turbocharged V8 that produces up to 710 hp and 568 lb-ft. of torque. It has an improved version of the P1’s carbon fiber monocoque and massive, yet discreet air channels sandwiched in the door panels.

Our friends at DriveWithDave drove the Ferrari Daytona and reflect on sea-to-shining-sea dash known as the Cannonball Run, a 2,863 mile race run by Dan Gurney and Brock Yates in the Ferrari 365 GTB/4, now known simply as the Daytona.

A key twists, and the Ferrari 2.4 Liter Dino motor comes to life with a roar. Our friends at DriveWithDave spent an afternoon driving the iconic Lancia Stratos Stradale. Go behind the wheel of the car that won the Group 4 rally car championship, and in its day, was untouchable.

The already bonkers, 650hp supercharged Camaro ZL1 gets its official track pack, which adds massively upgraded aero bits, a track-rated 6-speed manual, adjustable Multimatic dampers, wider and lighter aluminum wheels, and cuts about 60 lb. overall.

Ferrari’s stunning new monster sports the most self-evident name in the history of cars. The 812 Superfast has a phenomenally powerful, naturally-aspirated 789 hp V12, which can launch it from 0-to-62 mph in just 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 211 mph.

Drive with Dave goes behind the wheel of the De Tomaso Mangusta. The Mangusta is fast, fun, and gorgeous from any angle. Outstanding performance, and much cheaper than Ferraris or Lamborghinis from this era, the Mangusta should be on everyone’s bucket list to drive.

The new Mustang convertible gets all the same cool enhancements as the fastback version, and looks particularly brilliant in Ingot Silver with its top dropped. We can only imagine how good it sounds with that more powerful new 5.0L V8 and active exhaust.

From the factory, the Tesla Model S P100D can do 0-to-60 in 2.5s in Ludicrous mode. But this race-prepped version will do it in 2.0s flat, thanks to an 1100 lb. weight loss, a boost to 778hp, an aero body kit, and race suspension. The cars race in the new Electric GT series.

Our friends at Drive With Dave spent an afternoon with the McLaren 570S and it’s everything you could ask for in a luxury sports car, but is the “entry level” McLaren enough to stay ahead of the competition? Read on and find out.

Our friends from Rides & Drives discover what makes the 650 horsepower McLaren 650S so much more than just a great track car on the mean streets of the Windy City. Make sure to watch the video and listen to that motor!

Ford’s pony car gets a wider and sleeker grille, new LED headlights, and other tweaks up front. The GT gets quad-exhaust, and options include MagneRide suspension, active exhaust, and a 12″ digital dashboard. There’s a new 6-speed manual and 10-speed automatic, and more.