Passion for Honda

While surfing the internet the other day, I saw an article that featured the ten most expensive cars. Forbes released this list last September 28, 2007. It doesn’t include auto’s that are prototype or special one-off makes. But before I go on with the list, can I just say that these cars are really flashy, in terms of performance, aesthetics, and price.
I’m gonna start with the 10^th on the list.

10. Maybach 57 S

 

info:

• made debut at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show
• 6.0 L version of the V12 engine manufactured by Mercedes-AMG
• Power output is 604 hp (450 kW) and 738 ft·lbf (1000 N·m)
• rides 0.5 in (13 mm) lower on 20 in (508 mm) wheels

Data source: Forbes,

9. Maybach 62

 

info:

• has fully-reclining rear seats
• 4 zone climate control
• AirMATIC dual control air suspension
• display instruments in rear roof liner (showing speed, time and outside temperature)
• folding rear tables (left and right)
• BOSE Surround Everywhere sound system
• a refrigerator compartment.
• Cockpit Management and Navigation System (COMAND)
• DVD navigation, CD changer in rear seats,
• DVD players and TV tuners front and rear,
• two rear LCD TV screens including remote control
• and two sets of headphones,
• automatic closing doors.

Data source: Forbes,

8. Porsche Carrera GT

info:

• 5.7 litre V10 engine producing 612 DIN (605 SAE) horsepower (450 kW)
• accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.5 mph) in 3.9 seconds
• has a maximum speed of 330 km/h (205 mph)
• BOSE audio system and navigation systems are available as options

Data source: Forbes,

7. Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

info:

• Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is a German supercar jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive
• 5.4-litre (5439 cc/331.9 cu in), supercharged, all-aluminum, SOHC V8 engine
• has a top speed of 360 km/h (225 mph)

Data source: Forbes,

6. Koenigsegg CCR

info:

• made its debut at the 2004 Geneva Auto Show
• held the world speed record for a production car
• 806 bhp (601 kW) @ 6,900 rpm
• 920 N·m (678 ft·lbf) @ 5,700 rpm.
• 6-speed manual

Data source: wikipedia, Forbes,

5.

info:

• 7-liter (7008 cc/427.6 cu in), naturally-aspirated, all-aluminum OHV V8 engine
• engine power to 750 horsepower (760 PS/559 kW)
• the top speed to an estimated 250 mph (402 km/h)
• weigh a mere 2750 pounds (1247 kg)

Data source: Forbes, wikipedia,

4. LeBlanc Mirabeau

info:

• top speed of 230 mph/ 370 km/h
• has a aluminum superchared engine
• rides 0.5 in (13 mm) lower on 20 in (508 mm) wheels

Data source: Forbes, sports car cup,

3.

info:

• world’s fastest production car at 255.83 mph (411.707 km/h)
• 10-speaker audio/CD/DVD system
• with a highest recorded speed of 413 km/h (257 mph)
• offers a 6-speed transmission

Data source: Forbes, wikipedia,

2. Pagani Zonda Roadster F C12 7.3

info:

• debuted at the 2006 Geneva show
• a mid-engined 2-seat coupe and convertible
• with a removable carbon fibre roof and canvas side curtains weighing just 11 lb (5 kg)
• 750 bhp (559 kW) at 8000 rpm
• 523 lb·ft (709 N·m) of torque

Data source: Forbes, wikipedia,

1.Bugatti Veyron 16.4

info:

• top speed of 253.81 mph (408.47 km/h)
• a mid-engine sports car produced by Volkswagen AG
• Powered by a 1,001 PS (987 hp/736 kW) W16 engine,

Data source: Forbes, wikipedia,

I didn’t include the prices because the prices stated on the article were not yet updated. They were still dated Sept, 2007. These rides exude more than just esthetic beauty. I mean, have you seen their engine features. They are among the fast cars that take on the modern day road. Sweet ride! I just wish I could own one of those. (I can hear my brain screaming IN YOUR DREAMS!!!) lolz…

Unfortunately, not a single Honda made the list. Anyways, Honda’s are not known for being expensive, right?…ah well, at least a Porsche got in…

Sources: wikipedia, Forbes,