Sports cars are designed for spirited performance and it’s not for the faint -hearted because most of these cars are built for speed and are mostly powered by massive horsepower engines.
It’s great to see some sports cars in the country especially at car shows and one that we were fortunate enough to write about is the Suzuki Cappuccino, one of the best roadsters to be manufactured by Suzuki.
Cars that we are going to look at this week not only show sleekness it also describes how sports cars have become popular in the automotive world.
Website www.carophile.org highlights its list of best sports cars around.
Mini Cooper Roadster
The soft top version of the Mini coupe, the Mini Cooper Roadster is a throwback to the old-timey roadsters. This two-seat, front wheel drive convertible comes equipped with a turbocharged four-cylinder.
Producing 181 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque, the Mini Cooper Roadster has plenty of acceleration, making for a fun driving experience.
The suspension is well built, allowing for sharp handling and responsive steering. The Mini Cooper Roadster received average safety reviews, with no category rated “poor”.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is the muscle car of the Hyundai family. Powered by a 3.8 litre V-6 that produces 348 horsepower, the Genesis Coupe is one quick vehicle.
Transmission options include a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic but the automatic shifts lazily, so you would be better off with the stick.
Steering is responsive and quick, and the suspension is tuned to provide a comfortable ride when cruising, and a stiff ride when ripping around corners.
Chevrolet Camaro
The Chevrolet Camaro has been turning heads for years as one of America’s well known muscle cars. With 2 available engines, the LS and LT house a 3.6-litre 323 horsepower V-6, and the SS is powered by a 6.2-litre 426 horsepower V-8; the Camaro screams down the road. All versions come standard with a six-speed manual transmission.
A six-speed automatic is available, but you lose around 25 horsepower with that option. The suspension is built to handle the road’s twists and turns with limited body roll and a smooth ride, though being rear wheel drive, too hard a turn could cause a spin out.
Subaru BRZ
Powered by a 200 horsepower, 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine, the Subaru BRZ is a sleek, sporty car.
The available transmissions are either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. The automatic lags a bit when shifting, making the manual a superior choice.
The suspension is terrific, with a low centre of gravity, sharp steering, and balanced chassis. The BRZ can corner at high speeds with little complaint, and rough roads feel smooth.
