A single alphabet G: September 2006

Sunday, September 10, 2006

GTR 1969

coolz! 1969 was the first year a Skyline wore the GT-R badge. This special model was heavily modified to keep Nissan competative in the Japanese JAF Champoinship. The first examples were only offered in a sedan form, until 1971, when a short wheel base coupe was offered. The motor was a tuned down version of the inline-6 found in the Nissan R390 race car. The engine offered 50 horsepower over the standard GT model.This engine, along with the reduced weight and independant suspension started the GT-R trend that has continued on to this day.

engine:S20 Inline-6
position:Front Longitudinal
valvetrain:DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
displacement:1989 cc / 121.4 cu in
bore:82 mm / 3.23 in
stroke:62 mm / 2.44 in
power:119.3 kw / 160.0 bhp @ 7000 rpm
hp per litre:80.44 bhp per litre
bhp/weight torque:176.26 nm / 130.0 ft lbs @ 5600 rpm
drive wheels:RWD
body / frame:Unit Steel
front brakes:Discs
rear brakes:Discs
f suspension:McPherson Struts
weight:1120 kg / 2469 lbs
wheelbase:2640 mm / 103.9 in
length:4395 mm / 173.0 in
width:1610 mm / 63.4 in
height:1385 mm / 54.5 in
transmission:5-Speed Manual

Thursday, September 07, 2006

Giorgio Armani

Giorgio Armani has launched numerous lines over the years including:
AX (Armani Exchange), the most affordable diffusion line, sold in freestanding boutiques that sell this line exclusively.
Armani Jeans, a lower priced collection sold in department stores
Armani Casa, a line of furniture and accessories for the home
Armani Junior
Emporio Armani, targeted toward younger buyers, offering less expensive and more mass produced items
Armani Collezioni
Armani Occhiali, an eyewear line that includes frames and sunglasses.
Giorgio Armani, the premiere line of Armani's clothing including his couture offerings.
There are also Emporio Armani Cafés worldwide.