Need for Speed II/Cars

There are 9 cars in the game each with their own qualities,weak points and driving style. Below are the facts and figures of each of them, as well as some information on how they drive, and their strengths and weaknesses.

McLaren F1

 * Price: $873,000
 * Status: Production
 * Weight: 2509lbs
 * Weight distribution F/R: 41.2% / 58.8%
 * Length: 168.8in
 * Width: 71.6in
 * Height: 44.8in
 * Top speed: 231mph
 * 0 to 60mph: 3.2 seconds
 * 0 to 100mph: 6.3 seconds
 * Transmission: Manual
 * Gearbox: 6 speed
 * Engine type: 48 valve V12
 * Displacement: 6064cc
 * Horsepower: 627bhp at 7500rpm
 * Torque: 479lb/ft at 4000-7000rpm
 * Max. engine speed: 7500rpm
 * Brakes F/R: 13.0in/12.0in
 * Tires F/R 235/45ZR17/315/45ZR17

The McLaren F1 is the ultimate car in the game. Reaching a top speed of 231mph makes it the ideal car for the Proving Ground, although it's top speed is not as useful elsewhere. Beginners should however look elsewhere - this car is a bit of a handful round bends at speed.

Ferrari F50

 * Price: $500,000
 * Status: Production
 * Weight: 3080lbs
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 40.9% / 59.1%
 * Length: 176.4 in
 * Width: 78.2in
 * Height: 49.1in
 * Top Speed: 202 mph
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 3.7 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: 6.0 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 6 Speed
 * Engine Type: 60 Valve, V12
 * Displacement: 4700cc
 * Horsepower: 513bhp @ 8500RPM
 * Torque: 347 lb/ft @ 6500 RPM
 * Max Engine Speed: 8500RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 14.0 in / 13.2 in
 * Tires F/R: 245/35ZR18/335/30ZR18

The ideal beginner's car. This one has average all-round acceleration,speed and handling. It may not be the best in any category but is a very good compromise. If you're struggling, try this.

Ford GT90

 * Price: Not For Sale
 * Status: Prototype
 * Weight: 3200lbs (est)
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 42% / 58%
 * Length: 176.0 in
 * Width: 77.3in
 * Height: 44.9in
 * Top Speed: 220 mph (est)
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 3.1 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: 6.2 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 5 Speed
 * Engine Type: 48 Valve, V12,Quad Turbo
 * Displacement: 5927cc
 * Horsepower: 720bhp @ 6300RPM
 * Torque: 650 lb/ft @ 4750 RPM (est)
 * Max Engine Speed: 6300RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 12.9 in / 12.9 in
 * Tires F/R: 275/35ZR18/355/30ZR19

This car feels fast. It's blue cockpit is either loved or hated, and the Ford badge is hardly supercar related but this is a surprisingly good car. A quick drive through North Country shows the best of this car.

Jaguar XJ220

 * Price: $339,000
 * Status: Production
 * Weight: 3241 lbs (kerb)
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 41.5% / 58.5%
 * Length: 194.2 in
 * Width: 87.5 in
 * Height: 45.3 in
 * Top Speed: 213 mph
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 3.4 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: 7.9 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 5 Speed
 * Engine Type: 24 Valve, V12, twin-turbo
 * Displacement: 3497cc
 * Horsepower: 542bhp @ 7200RPM
 * Torque: 475 lb/ft @ 4500 RPM (est)
 * Max Engine Speed: 7200 RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 13.0 in / 11.8 in
 * Tires F/R: 255/45ZR17/345/35ZR18

A bit of an ugly looking car, compared to some of the others on offer, and with a dashboard taken straight out of a Ford Fiesta it would seem, the Jag has quick accelaration and speed, but can be a bit difficult to handle, as it slides quite a bit.

Lotus GT1

 * Price: $645,000
 * Status: Prototype
 * Weight: 2315lbs
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 40% / 60%
 * Length: 176.8 in
 * Width: 81.5 in
 * Height: 43.3 in
 * Top Speed: 195 mph (est)
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 3.8 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: 9.0 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 6 Speed
 * Engine Type: V8, Twin-Turbo
 * Displacement: 3506cc
 * Horsepower: 350bhp @ 6500RPM
 * Torque: 295 lb/ft @ 4250 RPM
 * Max Engine Speed: 7200RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 14.0 in / 14.0 in
 * Tires F/R: 275/35ZR18/345/35ZR18

Nice looking, a bit slow accelerating and not super fast, but quite a good car all-round. Not quite a first choice but good for a challenge.

Lotus Esprit V8

 * Price: $82,000
 * Status: Production
 * Weight: 3042lbs
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 42.7% / 57.3%
 * Length: 173.8 in
 * Width: 74.1 in
 * Height: 45.3 in
 * Top Speed: 175 mph
 * 0 to 60 MPH: - 4.8 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: - 10.5 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: - Manual
 * Gearbox: - 5 Speed
 * Engine Type: V8, Twin-Turbo
 * Displacement: 3506cc
 * Horsepower: 350bhp @ 6500RPM
 * Torque: 295 lb/ft @ 4250 RPM
 * Max Engine Speed: 7200RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 11.6 in / 11.8 in
 * Tires F/R: 235/40ZR17/285/35ZR18

A real challenge in the cheapest car on offer. Despite sharing the engine with the GT1 it can't keep up with the rest of the field. Still it's a classic. Try it out for maximum difficulty.

Italdesign Cala

 * Price: Not For Sale
 * Status: Prototype
 * Weight: 2844lbs
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 37.7% / 62.3%
 * Length: 172.8 in
 * Width: 74.8 in
 * Height: 48.1 in
 * Top Speed: 181 mph (est)
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 5.0 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: 10.9 Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 6 Speed
 * Engine Type: 40 Valve, V-10
 * Displacement: 3900cc
 * Horsepower: 400bhp @ 7200RPM
 * Torque: N/A
 * Max Engine Speed: 7500RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 12.2 in / 12.2 in
 * Tires F/R: 225/40ZR18/295/40ZR18

A middle of the field car, slow accelerating and a low top speed but steady. A car for building up ready to take on the Esprit.

Isdera Commendatore 112i

 * Price: $485,000
 * Status: Prototype
 * Weight: 3256lbs
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 47.5% / 52.5%
 * Length: 182.0 in
 * Width: 73.5 in
 * Height: 40.6 in
 * Top Speed: 212 mph (est)
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 4.0 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: N/A
 * Transmission Type: Manual
 * Gearbox: 6 Speed
 * Engine Type: 48 Valve, V-12
 * Displacement: 6000cc
 * Horsepower: 408bhp @ 6200RPM
 * Torque: 522 lb/ft @ 3800 RPM
 * Max Engine Speed: 6200RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 13.0 in / 12.2 in
 * Tires F/R: 255/35ZR18/295/35ZR19

OK acceleration and faster than a Ferrari. Nothing particularly special, try it for a easy-ish challenge.

Ford Indigo

 * Price: Not For Sale
 * Status: Prototype
 * Weight: 2300lbs (est)
 * Weight Distribution F/R: 40% / 60%
 * Length: 175.3 in
 * Width: 82in
 * Height: 39.5in
 * Top Speed: 180 mph (est)
 * 0 to 60 MPH: 3.9 Seconds
 * 0 to 100 MPH: N/A Seconds
 * Transmission Type: Sequential electro-hydraulic shift
 * Gearbox: 6 Speed
 * Engine Type: 48 Valve, V12
 * Displacement: 5935cc
 * Horsepower: 435bhp @ 6100RPM
 * Torque: 405 lb/ft @ 5250 rpm (est)
 * Max Engine Speed: 6500 RPM
 * Brakes F/R: 13.2 in / 14.0 in
 * Tires F/R: 325/30ZR17/355/35ZR18

The fastest looking car, as it takes it's styling from Formula 1 and indy car racers. It's low performance figures are made up for by low weight, 900lbs lighter than Ford's other racer the GT90. A well suited car to the Monolothic Studios track.