Sentences with phrase «drive pony car»
But for about the same price, Ford and Chevrolet offer stylish rear - wheel - drive pony cars with 300 - hp V - 6s.
http://www.automobilemag.com/ Not exact matches
Josh and I raced the petting - zoo miniature ponies around the parking lot after the fall carnival and learned how to do donuts in our youth pastor's car before we could legally drive.
Second, while the big - motor version of any pony car is a hoot to drive, oftentimes the performance feel and balance of the smaller - engine edition is more fun.
Though methinks perhaps it also may be due in part to the drivers / writers lack of adaptability when driving a fully sorted US Pony Car capable of giving an M3 / 4 a good scare on their paved little goat trails not to mention the current crop of EVO testers lacking all around driving skills as well.
The range will be rounded up by a luxury coupe that will serve as a replacement to the recently discontinued Hyundai Genesis Coupe that was originally marketed as a rear - drive sports car alternative to pony cars and the likes of the Nissan 370Z.
Not only did we spot this drop - top pony car, we drove it away from the show.
The original pony car, the Ford Mustang, is a 4 - seat coupe or convertible that blends powerful engines with rear - wheel drive and styling that recalls popular Mustangs of the 1960s.
When Ford announced its all - new pony car was coming to Australia in factory - build right - hand drive, the Mustang became the most anticipated new car this decade.
«The result of their covert efforts is available to order now and will reach North American showrooms this spring when pony car enthusiasts can get the new 2018 Ford Mustang GT with Performance Pack Level 2, a collection of drive - enhancing components designed for — and by — people who love the thrill of taking the wheel of a true performance car,» added Barnes.
The term «pony cars» was coined to describe these vehicles, which were not necessarily «muscle cars,» but invariably placed looks and driving enjoyment over interior room, fuel economy or practicality.
This week, we're driving the 2015 Dodge Challenger SXT Plus, the elite version of the V6 line of Challengers that start at just $ 26,995 and truly represents what I feel is the best retro look of the big three pony cars, specifically Mustang, Camaro and Challenger.
Most cars that aren't too performance - oriented will be front - wheel drive, and your typical sports or pony car is rear - wheel drive — the Dodge Challenger, for example.
More information about the 2009 Ford Mustang: The Ford Mustang is a modern sports coupe that's quite satisfying to drive either in coupe or convertible form while carrying on the appearance cues of the original 1960s pony car.
* The American muscle coupe is back, packed with modern technology and innovation * Demand for contemporary version of iconic pony car drives Dodge to accept orders for the 2008 Challenger SRT8 ® beginning Dec. 3, 2007 * Introduction begins with limited - edition Dodge Challenger SRT8 models — each with numbered dash plaque * Complete, broader Challenger lineup details and pricing still to come * 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 models feature 6.1 - liter HEMI ® V - 8 and are available in Black, Silver or HEMI Orange
The car channels those ponies through a six - speed transmission and a one - of - a-kind Sadev all - wheel - drive system never before fitted to a vintage Mustang like this.
With increasing market choices and the need to cut costs accordingly, Ford is considering a different tack to keep the Mustang alive and kicking into the next decade.The next - generation Ford pony car could be built on the 1993 front - wheel - drive Tempo platform, said Kenneth Dabrowski, Ford's manager for small - car and specialty - vehicle programs.
For all the comparo's against front - drive sports models in this price range, or pony cars with base engines: the BRZ's closest natural and spiritual competition is the MX - 5 roadster.
2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Base Price: $ 62,599 As Tested: $ 72,699 Notable Options: Technology package, $ 9,400; Racing stripes, $ 600 (yes, Ford calls them «racing stripes) Drivetrain: 5.2 - litre V8 cylinder engine, 526 horsepower at 7,500 RPM, 429 lb - ft at 4,750 RPM, 6 - speed manual transmission, rear wheel drive Performance: Zero to 100 km / h in well under five seconds and a tops out at around 280 km / h VVUZZ Says: Due to its engine, it's probably the most unique pony car today, but we think it appeals most to Mustang fans
This is the first generation of the Ford Mustang with a factory right - hand drive option, making the pony car suddenly available to dozens of new global markets.
Inspired by the awesome 1969 Camaro SS, the resurrected pony car's chiseled body was stretched over the Zeta rear - drive platform that had underpinned the short - lived Pontiac G8, developed by GM's Australian division.
The Venom is a visceral, high - performance rear - drive model that takes its styling cue from Chrysler's dead pony cars, such as the Dodge Challenger and Plymouth Barracuda.
Maybe the secret is in the gearing, but I don't remember driving a car with less than 125 ponies under the hood that has as much spunk as the Protege ES.