OLDSMOBILE 4-4-2 THE ULTIMATE MUSCLE CAR

The Oldsmobile (GENERAL MOTORS) 442 which is commonly known as the 442 was produced between the years 1965 and 1987. The 442 came out as an option for the Oldsmobile Cutlass models. 442 soon became a model of it’s own. In the year 1968, 442 took over the market as the coolest muscle car. The name 442 came about as the car featured a 4 barrel carburettor , fitted with 4 speed manual transmission and 2 exhausts coming out the back.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

The 442 comes with a curb weight of 1541 kgs, has a naturally aspirated v8 cylinder engine. 442 came with a 4 speed manual transmission. The manual transmission was warmly welcomed by car enthusiasts who wanted to get their hands on the beast

  • The engine produces a maximum power of 350bhp at 5000 rpm
  • Maximum torque of the 442 is 597 nm at 5000 rpm.
  • Top speed of the 442 is 185.6 km/h (116 mph)
  • Car ran 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph) in 7.5 seconds.

Designer

JOHN BELTZ

The first 442 was quickly developed as a competitor for PONTIAC GTO

Engineers John Beltz, Dale Smith, and division Chief Engineer Bob Dorshimer started developing their own GTO-killer. Working on the same basic formula as the GTO.

OLDSMOBILE 442 (1964)

Engine: 5.4L V-8, 310hp

OLDSMOBILE 442 (1967)

Engine: 6.6L V-8, 360 hp

OLDSMOBILE 442 W30 (1972)

Engine: 7.5L V-8, 370hp

INTERIOR

The large perforated bench seats, minimalist dash and a rear seat ashtray added to the class of the hot rod. Another noticable things is the large diameter thin three-spoke steering. Dashboard comes with three instruments: fuel, speed and tach.

Price

Most of the 4-4-2 are priced anywhere from $45,000 to $90,000

THE ICONIC LAMBORGHINI COUNTACH

The name Countach came into being in 1970 or 1971 near to the beginning of LP112 project. All the previous cars produced by Lamborghini were named after fighting bulls and the name Countach broke the tradition. The name Countach originated from the word Contacc meaning exclamation of astonishment.

The Lamborghini Countach is a rear mid engine, rear wheel drive sports car. The iconic car was produced between 1974 to 1990. During this time only 1983 units were produced.

DESIGNER
Marcello Gandini

Lamborghini commissioned Gandini and his team at Bertone to develop a body for the unnamed prototype.

The first LP500 prototype was unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Auto Show. This car came with crisp and wedge shaped design which drew great public interest.

Lamborghini Countach Specs

Horsepower : 455hp
Torque : 369 lb-ft
0-60 : 4.5 seconds
Top Speed : 183mph
Weight : 3,505 lbs

The Lamborghini Countach came with a powerful Lamborghini V12 engine and a potent 5 speed manual transmission. The concept of manual transmission was very warmly welcomed by supercar enthusiasts who prefer hand-on approach to drive the iconic beast.

The Lamborghini Countach LP400

LP 400 : 3,929 cc (3.9L)

The Lamborghini Countach LP500 S

LP500 S : 4,754 cc ( 4.8L)

The Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV, 25th anniversary edition

5000 QV, 25th anniversary edition : 5167cc (5.2L)

INTERIOR

The interior of the Countach was notable to the audience as was the exterior as it came up with new technologies and bold styling decisions.

The LP500 came up with aircraft inspired warning lights placed centrally on the steering column. One of these warning lights functions similar to a modern cruise control. Due to the poor visibility inherent in the countach design, a periscope was installed instead of a rear view mirror.

AWARDS

In 2004, American Car Magazine Sports car international named Countach number third on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1970,s and listed it ten on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1980,s.

PRICE

Lamborghini Countach is worth $300,000

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