The S2000 has been around for a decade or so now, and we can say that it has paid its dues. Although it may not be a high horsepower prize fighter when compared to other available vehicles on the market, its fans enjoy it for the balanced and well rounded sports car experience. Today, Spoon announced the release of their sports muffler for the S2000; the sports muffler provides a streetable experience when compared to their already available N1 model. Made of SUS304 stainless steel and very durable, this muffler should be a consideration for those looking for an increase over stock with a manageable exhaust note.
[source: spoon]
AE Performance has pulled the sheet off of their new exhaust system for Porsche’s 996 Turbo and GT2 models. It looks pretty good too; made of T304 Stainless Steel , TIG welded, and Mandrel Bent the piece looks very nice. The gains reflect the looks as well, AE Performance has stated gains of +45 HP while weighing in at 21 lbs lighter than the stock unit.
[source: ae performance]
As a follow up to their Ferrari F430 Aero released a few months back, ASI has released an exhaust system for the Ferrari F430. This exhaust was made in conjunction with ITO racing. As it is new to the market we haven’t had a chance to hear its not but being that its made by ITO racing, we are sure that the note and power are excellent.
[source: asi]
Akrapovic is probably better know for their exhaust products for motorcycles, but we have been seeing a lot from them as of late in relationship to cars. Their latest is definitely welcomed. Akrapovic’s Evolution Titanium Exhaust for Nissan’s GTR sheds a huge 17.3kg from the original exhaust equipped from the manufacturer. The 14.3kg exhaust has shown gains of 17hp @ 6260RPM and torque increase of 56.1 Nm @ 2600RPM (41.4 lb/ft) during their testing.
[source: gtr blog]
At this point, I think that we can all agree that the GT-R is the golden child that aftermarket companies have been dreaming of. There is no shortage of parts in the pipeline for this beast. Apex has thrown their hat into the ring with a new exhaust for Nissan’s R35 GT-R. Apex has changed the exhaust’s grouping in order to gain more power, rather than following the OEM 1 to 2 to 4 design they have done a 1 to 4 in order to reduce exhaust gas turbulence.
The main portion of the exhaust is done in SUS304 steel, and the rear is full titanium. This should allow for a reasonable price while weighing in much lighter than the stock unit.
[source: gtr-world]
Audi’s A5 has curves that any one can love. The 3.2 liter v6 makes the package even better. AWE Tuning has found the icing on the cake with the release of their exhaust system for the A5. Using 2.5 inch piping, AWE dials up the power of the A5 while accenting the exhaust of the v6. What could be better? AWE has 3 versions of this exhaust: Dual 90 mm tips, Quad 80 mm, and Quad 90 mm (Quad tips models have been designed to work with the S5 real valence).
Click through for the video, the exhaust note is good.
[source: awe tuning]
When it comes to Nissan’s GT-R it looks like titanium is the material of choice. We can understand too, its lightweight nature allows owner to effectively cut weight from stock pieces they replace. Zele has released two titanium exhaust pieces: their FZ-Titanium Muffler Type1 and FZ-Titanium Front Pipe. The FZ- Titanium Muffler Type1 is clever weight reducing single exit exhaust for the GT-R, the be honest I can’t think of that many on the market. Their front pipe is a good way to free up exhaust gasses on your GT-R with 70mm openings and a 80 mm exit.
[source: zele]
The 2009 Ford Focus RS 2.5 T is the Ford that the world never expected. The turbo hatch has a great power to weight ratio and the rally racing styling can be seen though out. Milltek is allowing tuners to raise the bar up a notch with the release of their turbo back exhaust. The 3″ diameter piping and high flow cat allow for better utilization of boost pressure when compared to the already great factory unit.
[source: milltek]
Lorinser has added the newest edition of the M-Class to their line up. They have addressed the body in a major way. The new four bar grille in the front of the car provides a road presence that the stock unit could not measure up against. Aggressiveness is added to the profile with the introduction of fender flares that widen the stance of the new M-Class. Lorinser’s aero package is completed with new bumpers (front and back)and side skirts that provide the car with a much lower feel. A performance increasing four pipe exhaust system is also available.
[source: lorinser]
For the past few years Agency Power has been releasing some serious product. Their latest, their Sports Exhaust System for the Porsche 997 Turbo, is no exception. Their exhaust provides the 997T owner the race exhaust note without the low end drone, this is in addition to being light weight and of course proving gobs of power. Dyno charts for this exhaust show an increase of 21 all wheel horse power and 32fl/lbs of torque!
[source: agency power]
