Need for Speed (NFS) is a series of racing video games published by Electronic Arts (EA) and developed by several studios including Canadian-based company EA Black Box and British-based Criterion Games. The series released its first title, The Need for Speed in 1994. Initially, Need for Speed was exclusive to the fifth generation video game consoles. The titles consist of racing with different cars on various tracks, with some titles including police pursuits in races.
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Audi Quattro 20 V
The Audi Quattro 20 V is an AWD sports coupe built from 1989 to 1991. It is the second most powerful car in the Quattro coupe model range from 1980 to 1991, right behind the homologation Sport Quattro model.
The Audi Quattro is mostly notable for being the first Audi to use the quattro AWD system. The rally version of the car (S1 Quattro) is the world's first rally car to use an AWD system, which helped the S1 to gain huge success in Group B racing.
The Quattro 20 V made a cameo appearance in the Underground Challenge Series trailer on September 1, 2011. It was later offically announced to be featured in the title.
The NFS Edition Audi Quattro is noted for its grip, performance and powerful acceleration although it also has a lower top speed than some other Tier 4 cars.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:GERMAN CARS,AUDI 1989-1991
ENGINE:2.2L Turbo I5 20V
BHP:217 bhp @ 5,900 rpm
TORQUE:228 lb·ft @ 1,950 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:AWD
ACCELERATION:6.5 seconds
WEIGHT:1,840 kg (4,056 lbs)
TOP SPEED:143 mph (230 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:5-speed (manual)
Audi RS4
The Audi RS4 is a high performance all-wheel drive variant of the Audi A4 that replaced the RS2 after it ended production in 1999.
The "B5" platform RS4 was only in production for a year between 2000 - 2001 with the "B7" platform entering production from 2006 - 2008.
The "B7" platform RS4 is equipped with a 420bhp 4.2L FSI V8 engine including a 6-speed Getrag gearbox with availability as a 4-door saloon, a 2-door cabriolet and a 5-door estate (Avant).
The RS4 "B7" platform completed the Nordschleife layout of the Nürburgring with a time of 8:09.00. It was 4 seconds slower than the E92 M3 but 4 seconds faster than the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.
The Audi RS4 appears in Need for Speed: The Run in both as a Tier 3 standard edition vehicle and as a Tier 4 Need for Speed Edition vehicle.
The standard edition is available from the beginning of the game and is used by Jack as part of his escape from the Junkyard in Stage 1.
The Need for Speed Edition is a selectable vehicle alongside the Audi R8 and Need for Speed Edition Audi Quattro 20 V in Stage 8. The Need for Speed Edition Audi RS4 is unlocked upon the player completing Stage 8 of The Run.
The RS4 can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 4.2 seconds due to its outstanding grip and acceleration. The NFS Edition RS4 doesn't have any exterior modifications compared to the standard RS4 but is capable of reaching 191mph (307km/h) and is capable of delivering 730bhp at 7,800 rpm.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:GERMAN CARS,AUDI 2006-2008
ENGINE:4.2L FSI V8
BHP:414 bhp @ 7,800 rpm
TORQUE:317 lb·ft @ 5,500 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:AWD
ACCELERATION:4.3 seconds
WEIGHT:1,720 kg (3,784 lbs)
TOP SPEED:155 mph (249 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:6-speed (manual)
Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro
The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro is the V10 variant of the Audi R8 model range. Compared to the Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro, it has a slightly altered body and LED only lights. Production of the R8 5.2 Coupe was launched in 2008, while the Spyder variant's production started in 2010.
The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro appears in Need for Speed: The Run as a Tier 4 car, as the Tier 4 "Darius Signature Edition", Tier 5 "NFS Edition" and as the Tier 6 "NFS Edition". They are unlocked by different means;
Tier 4 (Standard) - Unlocked in The Run Mode.
Tier 4 (Darius) - Earn a gold medal for all Carbon Challenges.*
Tier 5 (NFS Edition) - Beat 25 Autolog recommendations.
Tier 6 (NFS Edition) - Beat 20 Objectives in the NFS Edition Playlist.
*The Carbon Challenge Series is available with purchase of the Heroes and Villains Pack or featured as part of a pre-order bonus.
Each variant of the Audi R8's handling is rated as Normal, except for the Tier 4 "NFS Edition"'s handling, which is rated as Easy. The "Darius Signature Edition" and standard variant have identical performance statistics.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:GERMAN CARS,AUDI 2008-PRESENT
ENGINE:5.2L FSI V10
BHP:518 bhp @ 8,000 rpm
TORQUE:391 lb·ft @ 6,500 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:AWD
ACCELERATION:3.8 seconds
WEIGHT:1,620 kg (3,571 lbs)
TOP SPEED:196 mph (316 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:6-speed (manual)
V12 Vantage
The Aston Martin V12 Vantage is a sports car manufactured by Aston Martin. It is powered by a 6.0L V12, which is also used by the Aston Martin DBS.
Carbon-fibre louvres on the bonnet, a new rear-diffuser and a rear-wing distinguish the car from any other Vantage model. Production started in 2009.
The Aston Martin V12 Vantage appears in Need for Speed: The Run as a Tier 4 car, which is unlocked in The Run Mode. No NFS Edition or any Signature Edition variants based on the car are featured.
The V12 Vantage has mediocre acceleration and top speed stats. It is featured with a Challenging handling rating.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:BRITISH CARS,ASTON MARTIN 2009-PRESENT
ENGINE:6.0L V12
BHP:510 bhp @ 6,500 rpm
TORQUE:420 lb·ft @ 5,750 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:RWD
ACCELERATION:4.1 seconds
WEIGHT:1,680 kg (3,704 lbs)
TOP SPEED:190 mph (306 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:6-speed (manual)
Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is a sports car produced between 2007 and 2009 with a total production number of 500 units. Its platform was previously utlised by the Maserati Coupe. The 4.7L V8 engine is also fitted in the Maserati GranTurismo S.
The 8C Competizione appears in Need for Speed: The Run as a Tier 4 vehicle. It also appears in Tier 5 as the Serpent Signature Edition and in Tier 6 as the NFS Edition. Each of these vehicles is only included in the Italian Pack DLC for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:ITALIAN CARS,ALFA ROMEO 2007-2009
ENGINE:4.7L V8
BHP:450 bhp @ 7,000 rpm
TORQUE:347 lb·ft @ 4,750 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:RWD
ACCELERATION:4.2 seconds
WEIGHT:1,585 kg (3,494 lbs)
TOP SPEED:181 mph (292 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:6-speed (Semi-Automatic)
Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra is a sports car produced by the Toyota Motor Company from 1993 to 2002. In contrast to its predecessor's design, the Supra MKIV has fixed headlights, a big rear spoiler and a sleeker appearance.
Within its production time, the car was offered with two engines: a naturally aspirated (2JZ-GE) and a turbocharged (2JZ-GTE) Inline-Six.
The Supra in Need for Speed: The Run is featured as a Tier 2 vehicle. Its "NFS Edition" offshoot is classed as a Tier 3 car. The "Rado Signature Edition" competes in Tier 5.
The stock version and the NFS Edition of the Toyota Supra can be unlocked after beating two Autolog recommendations. The Rado becomes available to the player upon achieving a gold medal in all Rural Track Attack challenge.
The Tier 2 Supra along with the Subaru Impreza WRX STI are able to reach a high top speed. Despite having more horsepower, the Supra accelerates slightly slower and is more difficult to control than the Subaru.
The NFS Edition Supra is modified with a body kit and is performance tuned, producing 393 bhp at 5,600 rpm and going from 0 to 100 in 4,9 seconds. Unlike the other Supra versions, its handling is not rated "Challenging" but "Normal". It can keep up with most cars within its range thanks to its accessible handling.
The Rado has 773 bhp, goes from 0 to 100 in 4,1 seconds and competes in Tier 5. It is a mediocrely performing car, which can be used in most race events effectively.
SPECIFICATIONS:
CATEGORY:JAPANESE CARS,TOYOTA 1992-2002
ENGINE:3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 (2JZ-GTE)
BHP:276 bhp @ 5,600 rpm
TORQUE:333 lb·ft @ 3,600 rpm
DRIVETRAIN:RWD
ACCELERATION:3.8 seconds
WEIGHT:1,510 kg (3,329 lbs)
TOP SPEED:150 mph (241 km/h)
TRANSMISSION:6-speed (Manual)
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