realspecs

WIP - 1982 Jaguar XJS HE (EU Specs)

RealSpecs v0.9 - available for testing!!!

Jaguar XJS V12: A Bold Forerunner in the Grand Touring Arena

Long before the Mercedes 560 SEC or the BMW 850i, Jaguar, in 1975, presented its own Gran Tourer, the impressive XJS V12.

From July 1981, the XJ-S was renamed the XJ-S HE and received the new High-Efficiency V12 engine, with a power output increased to 295 hp / 299 PS.

The 1982 Jaguar XJS V12 might not have topped the charts for refin...

Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC KOENIG - 1988

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The Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC was a stunning car to begin with, but Koenig Specials took it to the next level. Their modified version of the 560 SEC was a widebody beast with a bold and aggressive look, and a supercharged engine that produced over 400 horsepower. It was the perfect car for the excess of the late 1980s, and it remains a highly sought-after classic today.

"The Koenig Specials 560 SEC is a wild an...

Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC KOENIG - 1988

RealSpecs v0.9 - ready for test drive! ---- New version available, check a newer post!!!

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The Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC was a stunning car to begin with, but Koenig Specials took it to the next level. Their modified version of the 560 SEC was a widebody beast with a bold and aggressive look, and a supercharged engine that produced over 400 horsepower. It was the perfect car for the excess of the late 1980s, and it r...

WIP - Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC Koenig

Almost ready!!! 

v0.9 on track testing

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"The Koenig Specials 560 SEC is a wild and crazy car. It's fast, it's loud, and it's definitely not for everyone. But for those who are looking for a unique and exhilarating driving experience, the Koenig 560 SEC is the perfect choice."

Car and Driver, February 1988, titled "The Supercar from Germany”

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Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC AMG DHOC6.0 - 1989

RealSpecs v1.0

“Big, Bad, And Old School To The Core”

“The Mercedes 560 SEC AMG Is The Ultimate German Muscle Car Of The 80's”

The Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG widebody unquestionably holds a place among AMG's most legendary creations.

Derived from the top-of-the-line coupe, the imposing Mercedes 560 SEC of the 1980s, transformed by the skilled craftsmanship of AMG, has evolved into the epitome of high-...

Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC AMG DHOC6.0 - 1989

“Big, Bad, And Old School To The Core”

“The Mercedes 560 SEC AMG Is The Ultimate German Muscle Car Of The 80's”

RealSpecs v0.9 - New version available, check a newer post!!!

Is finally available!

It is, however, a Beta version, there are a lot of details I would like to improve, more tests to do... unfortunately, as I am unable to do them in the short term, I decided to no lo...

WIP - Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG 6.0 Widebody – 1989

“Big, Bad, And Old School To The Core”

“The Mercedes 560 SEC AMG Is The Ultimate German Muscle Car Of The 80's”

The Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC AMG widebody unquestionably holds a place among AMG's most legendary creations.

Derived from the top-of-the-line coupe, the imposing Mercedes 560 SEC of the 1980s, transformed by the skilled craftsmanship of AMG, has evolved into the epitome of high-performance G...

Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC - 1988 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

RealSpecs v1.0 - MERCEDES-BENZ 560 SEC

In September of 1981, Mercedes unveiled the 2-door C126 coupé model, which was brought to the market under the name SEC. It marked the historic debut of an S-Class-derived coupé variant.

In 1986, Mercedes presented a revised "Second Series" model range, of its S-Class coupe, and together with it came the introduction of the new top of the line engine, the mighty 5.5-litre V8 that came under the badge 560 SEC. This marvel of...

WIP - Mercedes-Benz (C126) 560 SEC - 1988 (EU spec)

Long before BMW introduced its top of the line Grand Tourer, the 850i, Mercedes already had one of its own, the mighty Mercedes 560 SEC!!!

This powerful coupe exemplified the pinnacle of automotive engineering and opulence during its era.

Beneath the 560 SEC's sleek and imposing exterior was a beefy 5.6-litre V8 engine, delivering a formidable amount of power and torque.

Never before had the expression "Grand Tourer" been so perfectly suited to a model as it was to the might...

BMW 850i (E31) - 1990 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

Real Specs v1.0

Unique Grand Tourer

First shown at the 1989 Frankfurt Auto Show, the BMW 8 Series (E31) was the first and only BMW Coupe to be powered by a 12-cylinder engine!

BMW 850i emerged as a prominent grand tourer (GT) and stood proudly as the flagship model in BMW's range.

On the open road, the BMW 850i truly came alive. Its refined suspension system and precise handling characteristics provided a smooth and composed ride, even...

WIP - BMW 850i - 1990 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

First shown at the 1989 Frankfurt Auto Show, the BMW 8 Series (E31)was first and only BMW Coupe to be powered by a 12-cylinder engine!

BMW 850i emerged as a prominent grand tourer (GT) and stood proudly as the flagship model in BMW's range.

The 850i showcased BMW's dedication to blending performance, luxury, and style into a single captivating package.

In the debut of the 90s, the BMW 850i emerged as a competent alternative to the newly launched Porsche 92...

Chevrolet Corvette (C4) Coupe - 1991 (Asseto Corsa Mod)

Real Specs v1.3 UPDATED!!!!

The Chevrolet Corvette (C4) is the fourth generation of the Corvette sports car, produced by American automobile manufacturer Chevrolet from 1983 until 1996.

General Motors took to heart the flak about American cars not handling properly, and launched the 1983 Corvette C4 into Europe with the confident claim that it could out-corner any European sports car, generating 0.95g in corners where the likes of the Porsche 928 couldn’t hit 0.9g.

The ear...

Dodge Viper (SR I) RT/10 – 1992 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

Real Specs v2.1 UPDATED!!!

Based on the idea of a modern-day "Cobra", the Dodge Viper was born, revealing itself to the world in the 1991 edition of the legendary race "Indianapolis 500", where it was chosen to serve as the pace car for the race. Its sleek design and massive V10 engine instantly caught the attention of the crowds and cemented the Viper's status as a true American icon.

One of the defining characteristics of the Dodge Viper is its pure focus on performance. Unlike ...

WIP - Another American Supercar from the 90s is on the way!!!

In the 80s almost all Supercars were from Europe.

But as 90s approached, American Supercars began to emerge.

The Corvette ZR-1 is undoubtedly one of the first to arise… soon after an even more impressive “beast” is born, one that Car and Driver magazine call “a shoddily whacked-together animal—no brains, all muscle.”

The 1991 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car - meet another iconic American Supercar from the 90s!

Chevrolet Corvette (C4) Coupe - 1991 (Asseto Corsa Mod)

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The Chevrolet Corvette (C4) is the fourth generation of the Corvette sports car, produced by American automobile manufacturer Chevrolet from 1983 until 1996.

General Motors took to heart the flak about American cars not handling properly, and launched the 1983 Corvette C4 into Europe with the confident claim that it could out-corner any European sports car, generating 0.95g in corners where the likes of the Porsche 928 couldn’t hit 0.9g.

T...

WIP - Chevrolet Corvette (C4) Coupe - 1991

The early 1990s saw a significant facelift for the Chevrolet Corvette, one of America's most iconic sports cars. This update was aimed at modernizing the car's appearance, improving its performance, and keeping up with the latest technological advancements.

The most notable change to the Corvette's exterior was the adoption of a new front-end design, featuring a sleeker nose, smoother curves, and more aerodynamic lines.

Under the hood, the Corvette received several performance upg...

Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 “TargaTop” - 1990

v2.0 - Chevrolet Corvette (C4) ZR-1 "TargaTop" - 1990

This is simply the ZR-1 version with the roof removed, an option available on the coupe models, commonly known as the "targa top".

Note: on Real Specs models, in the description text, you may found performance data followed by the acronym "tsa", which corresponds to the value tested, by me, on the "Top Speed Area" track, with weather conditions and tires at the ideal temperature for maximum performance. 2023-03-20 23:50:53 +0000 UTC View Post

1990 Street Rivals - Vintage Supercars

Chevrolet Corvette (C4) ZR-1 vs Ferrari Testarossa

1990, Chevrolet finally presents a true match for the European supercars of the time.

Corvette ZR-1 could compete head-to-head with rivals Porsche and Ferrari, even supplanting both the Porsche 911 (930) Turbo, at the time discontinued and still without a replacement, and the newly launched Ferrari 348 TB.

The true rival of the Corvette ZR-1 was the "old" Ferrari Testarossa, which would only...

Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 “King of the Hill” - 1990

v2.0 - Chevrolet Corvette (C4) ZR-1 - 1990

In late 1987, rumors of an all-new, high performance Corvette built upon the fourth generation platform began circulating among the automotive press. Dubbed the “King of the Hill,” the secretive supercar was said to be a world-beater, and in March of 1989, GM debuted its impressive Corvette ZR-1 at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Corvette ZR-1 has high performance engine, the 375 hp (280 kW) 5.7-litre DOHC 32-valve LT5.

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Porsche 959 - 1987 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

Updated v3.0

The Porsche 959 is a sports car manufactured by Porsche from 1986 to 1993, first as a Group B rally car and later as a legal production car designed to satisfy FIA homologation regulations requiring at least 200 street legal units be built.

When it was introduced, the twin-turbocharged 959 was the world's fastest street-legal production car, boasting a top speed of 195 miles per hour (314 km/h).

During its production run it was hailed as the most technologically...

Porsche 959 S - 1988 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

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The Porsche 959 S was a package available to the 959 "Sport" that increased power output to 515 PS (380 kW; 510 bhp) thus resulting in a top speed of 339 km/h (211 mph) as tested by Auto, Motor und Sport at Nardo in 1988.

The “Sport” version, of which only 29 are built, undercuts the weight of the “Komfort” version by 100 kilograms.

Thanks to modified turbochargers, increased boost pressure and adjusted ignition and fue...

Porsche 959 S - 1988 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

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The Porsche 959 S was a package available to the 959 "Sport" that increased power output to 515 PS (380 kW; 510 bhp) thus resulting in a top speed of 339 km/h (211 mph) as tested by Auto, Motor und Sport at Nardo in 1988.

The “Sport” version, of which only 29 are built, undercuts the weight of the “Komfort” version by 100 kilograms.

Thanks to modified turbochargers, increased boost pressure an...

Porsche 959 S - 1988 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

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The Porsche 959 S was a package available to the 959 "Sport" that increased power output to 515 PS (380 kW; 510 bhp) thus resulting in a top speed of 339 km/h (211 mph) as tested by Auto, Motor und Sport at Nardo in 1988.

The “Sport” version, of which only 29 are built, undercuts the weight of the “Komfort” version by 100 kilograms.

Thanks to modified turbochargers, increased boost pressure and adjusted ignition and fue...

Porsche 959 S - 1988 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

v2.0 update ***** it's coming tomorrow *****

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The Porsche 959 S was a package available to the 959 "Sport" that increased power output to 515 PS (380 kW; 510 bhp) thus resulting in a top speed of 339 km/h (211 mph) as tested by Auto, Motor und Sport at Nardo in 1988.

The “Sport” version, of which only 29 are built, undercuts the weight of the “Komfort” version by 100 kilograms.

Thanks to modified turbochargers, increased ...

Ferrari Testarossa - 1984 - Assetto Corsa Mod

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The original TESTAROSSA, not the later versions "512 TR" or "F512 M".

The Ferrari Testarossa (Type F110) is a 12-cylinder mid-engine sports car manufactured by Ferrari, which went into production in 1984 as the successor to the Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer.

The Pininfarina-designed car was originally produced from 1984 to 1991, with two model revisions following the ending of Testarossa production and the introduction of the 512 TR a...

Porsche 911 (930) Turbo - 1975 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

For the 1975 model year, Porsche introduced the first production turbocharged 911.

The body shape incorporated a large rear spoiler often known as a "whale tail" on the early cars (modified from the original 1974 IROC design)

They were fitted with a 3.0-litre engine 260 PS (190 kW; 260 hp) and four-speed manual transmission.

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This version is 1975 Europe model

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Porsche 911 (930) Turbo - 1975

For the 1975 model year, Porsche introduced the first production turbocharged 911.

The body shape incorporated a large rear spoiler often known as a "whale tail" on the early cars (modified from the original 1974 IROC design)

They were fitted with a 3.0-litre engine 260 PS (190 kW; 260 hp) and four-speed manual transmission.

I made this mod as a bonus for my patreon supports!

Porsche 911 (930) Turbo - 1985 (Assetto Corsa Mod)

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For the 1975 model year, Porsche introduced the first production turbocharged 911.

It was the maker's top-of-the-range 911 model and, at the time of its introduction, was the fastest production car available in Germany.

In 1978 the Porsche 911 Turbo was released with many updates to help solve the problems from the previous first edition. The Porsche 911 Turbo released in 1978 came with their new 3.3-liter engine.

This new 930 was incredibly fast and li...

Ferrari Testarossa - 1984 - Assetto Corsa Mod

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The original TESTAROSSA, not the later versions "512 TR" or "F512 M".

The Ferrari Testarossa (Type F110) is a 12-cylinder mid-engine sports car manufactured by Ferrari, which went into production in 1984 as the successor to the Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer. 

The Pininfarina-designed car was originally produced from 1984 to 1991, with two model revisions following the ending of Testarossa production and the ...

80s Street Rivals - Vintage Hypercars

Porsche 959 S vs Ferrari F40

More than two Supercars from the 80s, these are true vintage Hypercars.

The Ferrari F40 was revolutionary as it brought a true racing car to the street, being in 1987 the fastest and most powerful car available on the market. 

The Ferrari F40 was the first road legal production car to break the 200 mph (322 km/h) barrier.

Rival Porsche, after having launched the also revo...