More than a century of automotive design has conditioned us to appreciate a very long hood, even if the hood towers far above the engine beneath it. (automobilemag.com)
The side profile reveals the classic long hood and short rear proportions which is typical of a modern sports car. (motorbeam.com)
The proportions (really long hood, steep rear window angle, short deck) made them look bigger than they were. (cheersandgears.com)