Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Ferrari 812 Superfast (2018-)




Completing the Ferrari showroom in Beverly Hills is the 812 Superfast. It is the current front-engine V12 Prancing Horse coupe, succeeding the F12. The V12 in the 812 Superfast displaces 6.5 liters and produces 788 horsepower and 529 lb-ft of torque, launching the vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds and a 211 mph top speed. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual clutch. Also included in the 812 lineup is the open-top 812 GTS. The 812 contains plenty of cargo space for a two-seat grand tourer and even a pair of exclusive luggage for long road trips. The standard 812 Superfast carries a base price of $338,000. It is one of the coolest and greatest "regular" Ferrari models of all time, with unbelievable performance and incredible fit and finish.

Monday, July 13, 2020

Aston Martin DB9 (2013-2016)



Although it looked practically the same as when it first debuted in 2003, Aston Martin significantly updated the DB9 in 2013. It added more modern touches and styling cues from the short-lived Virage along with increased performance and handling. Its 5.9-liter V12 produces 510 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque, propelling the vehicle from 0 to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 183 mph. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic. The updated DB9 no longer offers the six-speed manual that was available in earlier versions. Compared to other luxury coupes, the DB9's interior is rather simplistic. Used examples can be found varying between the low $50,000s and low $120,000s. Despite not being as fast and compelling as the mechanically-similar Vanquish, the Aston Martin DB9 is a magnificent and absolutely stunning car.