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Cars and clothing: On creation as design — Seiichi Kaga, fashion designer, selects five — photo

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Cars and clothing: On creation as design — Seiichi Kaga, fashion designer, selects five — photo

The latest and most powerful "911 GT2," the so-called "997 generation," is Porsche's star. Its heart is a 3.6-liter horizontally opposed twin-turbocharged engine mounted in the rear, producing 530ps.

Explosive power is sent to the rear wheels, allowing it to sprint from 0-100km/h in just 3.7 seconds. Its top speed is a blistering 329km/h.

A distinctive rear spoiler generates downforce, enabling a grip-like ride. With a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.32, it excels in both performance and efficiency, achieving a respectable 8km per liter.

The "Audi R8," with a proud racing history including five wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, lends its name to this mid-engined sports car that consistently draws crowds.

It features Audi's signature aluminum space frame (ASF). The body shell weighs a mere 210kg. Dimensions are 4435mm long, 1905mm wide, and 1250mm high.

A V8 FSI engine produces 420ps. It accelerates from 0-100km/h in 4.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 301km/h. Drive is via the renowned "quattro" all-wheel-drive system.

The "C63 AMG" is the production model inspired by the "AMG C-Class" that competes in the German Touring Car Masters (DTM). AMG signifies Mercedes' high-performance models, offering distinctiveness in both performance and exterior design.

The compact C-Class body houses a formidable 6.3-liter V8 engine producing 457ps, capable of 0-100km/h in 4.5 seconds.

The "C6" is the latest in Citroën's flagship line, following the "DS," "CX," and "XM." Its distinctive exterior design commands an undeniable presence.

Equipped with Citroën's signature hydropneumatic suspension, which uses spheres filled with oil and gas instead of springs, it features a 3-liter V6 engine producing 215ps. The rear spoiler extends at speed.

The "SC" is the high-performance variant of the "Lotus Elise," powered by a 1.8-liter unit enhanced with a supercharger to produce 220ps.

While featuring a lightweight aluminum body, this model weighs 903kg, slightly heavier than other Elise variants, though still under one ton.

Settle into the snug cockpit. It's equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission.

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