Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Coupe (1938)
The Type 57, first produced in 1934, yielded various custom versions with a total of 710 units. Its unique design made it highly sought after by collectors, resulting in high price tags for all Type 57 vehicles.
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The Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Coupe features the famous Bugatti horse-shoe grille. It is powered by a 3.3-liter inline-six engine boosted by a 200-horsepower supercharger.
Ford Model A (1927-1931)
Replacing the Model T was no easy task, but Ford persevered by introducing the luxurious Model A in 1927. Despite offering multiple body styles, Ford only provided a single engine option.
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After a few decades, the Model A underwent a complete transformation. Ford produced around 4.8 million units of the Model A.
Auto Union Type-C (1938-1939)
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In the 1930s, Auto Union achieved significant success in racing. Prior to Mercedes, Auto Union utilized a rear-mounted, supercharged V16 engine with 550 horsepower.
The Type-C changed the course of automotive history. Racing teams post-war recognized the advantages of mid-engine placement. Since then, all Formula drivers have had rear-mounted engines.
Napier-Railton Bluebird (1931)
The record-breaking feat of Malcolm Campbell will forever be etched in the annals. Simultaneously, the Napier-Railton cannot be overlooked. Long, low, and powerful, the Bluebird broke the speed record five times. By 1935, it surpassed 482 km/h.
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This record-breaking run marked the final run of the Bluebird with an internal combustion engine. After the war, Campbell switched to jet propulsion to chase speed.
Cadillac V16 (1930-1940)
Unlike Bugatti’s best, the design of the Cadillac V16 was a standout improvement. With a 7.4-liter engine, Cadillac boasted an impressive output of 165 horsepower at 3,200 rpm.
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Over the 10-year production span, Cadillac V16 cloaked itself in various coupe, limo, and town car models. However, the Great Depression impacted sales, reducing them to a trickle in the subsequent years.
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5 Classic Vintage Cars from the World War 2 Era
These classic vehicles, which emerged prior to World War II, are celebrated for their legendary and timeless aesthetic appeal.
