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The article investigates the result when the all-conquering V-10 supercar is set on track against the ALMS championship-winning racer from Porsche. The Carrera GT is the pinnacle of the road-car vehicle development of the company. The 911 GT3 RSR, that won the 12 hours of Sebring, 24 hours of Le Mans, Petit Le Mans and the ALMS GT2 championship last year, is a pure, unadulterated race car.

The article features the changing face of modern motorsports in the U.S. There's no room for sportsmanship, according to Roger Werner, a man most responsible for ushering racing from its loyal enthusiasts roots to the multi-billion dollar business. The lifelong enthusiasts and vintage sports-car racer was most responsible for bringing Formula 1, NASCAR, IMSA and CART into American living rooms. Werner founded every car person's favorite network the original, Speedvision.

Highlights the 2004 Rolex 24 at Daytona automobile rally. Author's use of the Glenn Yee Motorsports Porsche GT3 Cup along with teammates Geoff Escalette, Mike Lewis and Hugh Plumb; Description of other cars, such as a Daytona Prototype and GT class automobiles; Problems caused by rainy weather; Car's road and handling performance; Bell Motorsports Doran-Pontiac's defense of its 2003 title with a win at the race.

The article offers brief information on the Mercedes-AMG GT4 race car from Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses the theme of the issue, performance of racing automobiles.

The article offers brief information on GT3 racing automobile by Porsche AG.

The article evaluates the Carrera Cayman GTR automobile from Porsche and offers information on its exterior image and engine specifications.

The article provides information on the performance of the Honda Civic Si in the NASA's United States Touring Car Championship. Balance, consistency and ease of use are the defining characteristics of the automobile. The handling behavior of the Civic changes little over the course during the one to two hour driving stint. The Civic's high-speed stability is excellent. As needed, the automobile's low to medium speed neutrality allows the front or rear to be drifted.

Evaluates the Daytona Prototypes racing car. Decision of the Grand American Road Racing Association on replacing the SportsRacing Prototypes with the Daytona Prototypes; Inclusion of the automobile as a category at the Rolex Sports Car Series; Basic rules of Formula 1 racing.

Features the Ultima GTR automobile from Ultima Sports Ltd. of Hinckley, England. Installation of engine and transmission per customer's specifications; Chassis features.

The article highlights the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo automobile. The vehicle is an updated version of the S7 which has won sports and endurance racing championships. According to the author, compared with early S7s, the Twin Turbo has better interior fit and finish, more positive gear engagement, a better ride and improved high-speed stability. The car has a list price of $580,000.

The article features the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) racing cars. These cars are low, wide, sleek and festooned with a plethora of wings, air intakes and fender flares. The DTM is built purely for road racing, competing throughout Germany and in six other European countries. The DTM's body is more than just a fiberglass and it also conforms with the car's general body shape and silhouette.

The article introduces the Radical SR3 lightweight sports car. The SR3's double-wishbone suspension and ground clearance gives a firm and tolerable ride without sacrificing track performance. The car responds to even a slightest steering and braking inputs. It has track-tuned chassis and a powerful high-revving engine.

The article introduces the new Civic Si racing automobile by Honda Motor Co. Ltd. in the U.S. The automobile were used to compete in the grueling 25 Hours of Thunderhill endurance race. The automobile is modified for the competition by stripping the interior, adding a rollcage, and then fitted with chassis. Engine modifications have been restricted to a race-tuned ECU.

Describes the performance of the Superkart, a race car propelled by a 250-cc 2-stroke motorcycle road-racing engine. Speed capability; Popularity in racing events; Price for all speed.

Presents a personal ranking of nine best sports cars available in the car market according to their driving performance, style, and luxury features.

Focuses on the two-seater Formula 1 car of Michelin. Driving of the vehicle by former champion Jean-Philippe Belloc; Testing of the car at the Circuito de Catalunya near Barcelona, Spain; Design of the car based on a 1999 Arrows; Belloc's driving style.

Features the Formula BMW USA race car designed by German automotive manufacturer BMW. Installation of a full carbon-fiber monocoque chassis; Suspension features of the race car; Test driving at the Circuit de la Comunitat at Valencia, Spain.

Features the Saleen S7 racing car. Chassis and drivetrain components of the S7; Information on the V-8 engine; Running speed of the car.

Features the S7 race car designed by Steve Saleen in the U.S. Suspensions systems of the S7; Information of the V-8 engine; Interior designs of the car.

Lists automobiles included in the Automobile Triathlon Plus that includes the slalom, skidpad and the 0-100-0 miles per hour run in Germany.

Focuses on quarter-mile car racing competitions in the United States. Race car entries.