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[[Image:Diablo GT.jpg|210px|left|Lamborghini Diablo]]
[[Image:Pong81.jpg|250px|left|Pontiac G8]]
</div>The [[Lamborghini Diablo]] (which means "Devil" in Spanish) was a high-performance supercar built by [[Lamborghini]] of Italy between 1990 and 2001. [[Lamborghini]] began developing the [[Lamborghini Diablo|Diablo]] in 1989 as a replacement for the [[Lamborghini Countach|Countach]] model, introducing it for sale on January 21, 1991 at a base price of US $240,000. Power came from a 5.7 litre, 48 valve version of the legendary [[Lamborghini]] [[V12]] featuring [[DOHC]] and computer-controlled multi-point fuel injection, producing 492 [[horsepower]] and 427 ft-lbs of torque <small>([[Lamborghini Diablo|more...]])</small>
</div>The [[Pontiac G8]] is a [[rear-wheel drive]], four-door [[sedan]] to be made by [[Pontiac]] as a 2008 year model vehicle and based on the [[Holden Commodore]]. It is the successor to the [[Pontiac Grand Prix]]. The [[Pontiac G8|G8]] unveiled at the [[Auto show|Chicago Auto Show]] is representative of the GT model of the G8. The G8 GT's [[engine]] is a 6.0L [[V8]] that produces 362-[[hp]] / 270kW @ 5700 [[rpm]] and 391 ft-lbs / 530 nm @ 4400 [[rpm]].<small>([[Pontiac G8|more...]])</small>
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[[Image:2006_Red_Charger_Right.jpg|left|210px|2007 Dodge Charger]]
[[Image:Fxexterior.JPG|left|250px|2007 Dodge Charger]]
</div>The new [[Dodge Charger]] retains its predecessor’s “all business” aggressive looks and muscle power. However, in this new incarnation of an American classic, it incorporates many creature comforts and technological advancements as well. At its core the [[Dodge Charger|Charger]] still offers over 425 [[horsepower]] at 6,200 [[rpm]] from the top of the line 6.1L SRT HEMI [[V8]] [[engine]] and to control this power [[Dodge]] provides unobtrusive driving assists that allow skilled drivers freedom and regular drivers excellent safety nets. <small>([[Dodge Charger Review|more...]])</small>
</div>In designing the [[Infiniti FX|FX series]], [[Infiniti]] wanted to create an [[SUV]] that performed like a sports car and that’s what they did. Borrowing the chassis of the [[Nissan 350Z]], the [[Infiniti FX|FX35]] and [[Infiniti FX|FX45]] sacrifice some cargo room for their superior handling and drivability. However, the FX does not disappoint in creating an exhilarating driving experience that its stunning looks allude to. <small>([[Infiniti FX Review|more...]])</small>
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