The reason why luxury sports cars are becoming so popular here is that this is a big market. Most of the buyers are business people, celebrities, politicians and high-level professionals. If you go to ECR early on Sunday morning, you will see sports cars using it like a track. You will also find large numbers of these cars in Coimbatore and Tirupur.
“The appeal of sports cars lies in the driving pleasure, their fabulous looks, engine speed, performance and comfort which is very different from a normal car. While some are motivated to buy sports cars because they have the money and want to flaunt it to show their status, there are others who truly love the pleasure of owning a sports car and driving it. The Acceleration is fast and aggressive, with high engine power and speed. The seating, braking system, steering, clutch and accelerator are completely different from normal luxury cars and one must learn how to control a sports car.
To truly feel the pleasure of a sports car, one must drive on a track and now there are private tracks. Some of these sports cars have exclusive owner clubs. Ferrari, for instance, has rules not to modify their cars or change colours.
Here’s a look at some of the sports cars from luxe brands that are being picked up. Both the new models and the pre-owned markets are booming. Mohammed Ali of Boom Cars says, “We focus on selling high-quality pre-owned luxury cars that feel almost new. Our team is dedicated to being open and honest with our customers. We have a wide selection of carefully inspected cars, ensuring each one meets our high standards.”
People are now buying and enjoying these sports cars for thrill drives, but safety is important so drive on the road safe and secure.
Considered one of Bugatti’s finest models, the Bugatti Divo is the latest offering from the manufacturer. With a maximum speed of 380 kmph, the Divo outpaces the Chiron by 8 seconds. Equipped with an 8.0-litre turbocharged W16 petrol engine, it can go from 0 to 100 kmph in just 2.4 seconds. The Bugatti Divo price in India stands at 41 crores, making it Bugatti’s highest-priced car in India.
BUGATTI DIVO
Engine Displacement: 7993 cc
Body Type: Coupe
Gearbox: Automatic
Maximum Power: 1479 BHP @ 6700 RPM
Maximum Torque: 1600 Nm @ 2000 to 6000 RPM
LAMBORGHINI HURACAN EVO
Engine: 5.2L Naturally Aspirated V10
Power: 640 hp
Torque: 600 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch (LDF)
0-100 km/h: 2.9 sec
Top Speed: 325 km/h
Drive Type: AWD
Weight: 1,422 kg
Specialty: Extreme handling precision, perfect for track and road.
Characteristics: Rear-wheel steering, aerodynamic design, driver-focused tech.
PORSCHE PANAMERA GTS
Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8
Power: 473 hp
Torque: 620 Nm
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch (PDK)
0-100 km/h: 3.9 sec
Top Speed: 292 km/h
Drive Type: AWD
Weight: 2,020 kg
Specialty: Combines sports car performance with luxury sedan comfort.
Characteristics: Adaptive air suspension, rear-axle steering, premium interior.
AUDI RS7
Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V8
Power: 591 hp
Torque: 800 Nm
Transmission: 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic)
0-100 km/h: 3.6 sec
Top Speed: 305 km/h (electronically limited)
Drive Type: AWD (Quattro)
Weight: 2,050 kg
Specialty: A luxury performance sedan that blends high power with everyday usability and comfort.
Characteristics: Sleek coupe-like design, advanced aerodynamics, adaptive air suspension, driver assistance systems, and a high-tech interior with premium materials.
About the Author
He is a car aficionado and the Proprietor of Krishna Cars & Bikes that deals with premium vehicles.
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