Too Too Fast: Coolest Race Cars of 2009 and Beyond

It doesn’t take Ricky Bobby to know that going fast is a lot more fun than going slow. While the luxury cars impress the ladies and pick-ups and SUV’s carry heavy loads, nothing quite captures the essence of pure driving like a good race car. From Rally Cars to genuine speedsters these vehicles are sure to win countless trophies and the hearts of auto enthusiast worldwide. –gavin philip godfrey

 

Lotus 2-ElevenToo Too Fast: Coolest Race Cars of 2009 and Beyond


Not only does this racing classic have a dope name, it’s supercharged, intercooled 1796 cc engine, gives it 252 horsepower. While the power might not impress you, the weight will – the Lotus is only 1477 lbs. On top of the, T4e engines gives car variable traction control, making hard turns feel like breeze.


 

Too Too Fast: Coolest Race Cars of 2009 and BeyondMitsubishi Lancer Racer


Designed by Mitsubishi’s Reposi Rolliart team, this 3-liter V6 machines comes with a turbo-diesel-engine and features a two-stage turbocharger. In lamen’s terms this equates to 280 horsepower and a lot and the ability to travel at a high velocity on rougher terrains.

 


 

Too Too Fast: Coolest Race Cars of 2009 and BeyondVW Jetta TDI

Replacing Volkswagen’s storied GTI series is this agile, new line. Equipped with 2-liter, four-cylinder engines, the TDI’s rely on clean diesel fuel to power through to the finish line. Thanks to the TDI models, racing and being eco-friendly are going hand and hand.

 


 

Mazda Miata Rally RacerToo Too Fast: Coolest Race Cars of 2009 and Beyond

The Miata remains a staple of the international rally circuit and for good reason – consistency. Even with the onslaught of the Mini Cooper, the Miata’s small size combined with natural speed make it still one of the toughest rally mobiles to beat.

 

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