Need for Speed: SHIFT – Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX MR-edition Test Drive @ Nordschleife

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Published on August 14, 2020 8:51:27 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGMyS68URz8

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Need for Speed: Shift (2009)

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Need for Speed: Shift is the thirteenth installment and second reboot of the racing video game franchise Need for Speed. It was developed by Slightly Mad Studios in conjunction with EA Bright Light and published by Electronic Arts for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Portable, Android, iOS, Symbian, Windows Mobile, MeeGo and J2ME in 2009. In the new franchising model for the series adopted by EA, Shift takes its place focusing on simulation/arcade racing rather than the arcade racing of previous titles in the series. Shift was followed by a sequel, Shift 2: Unleashed, in 2011.



Nordschleife

The Green Hell Legend

Since its construction (1925 - 1927), the Nordschleife has enjoyed a reputation as a terrifying and merciless route through the Eifel forests. An English journalist who visited the Nordschleife during the opening race on 18 June 1927 even concluded “that it seemed as if a reeling, drunken giant had been sent out to determine the route”. The Formula 1 pilot Sir John Young Jackie Stewart – after all a three-time world champion in 1969, 1971 and 1973 – was so impressed by the circuit that he gave it the name which it will probably never lose: Green Hell (Grüne Hölle).

Racing and winning on the Nordschleife has always been very special for racing drivers, because the track is one of the most demanding in the world. Tricky corners, treacherous crests, steep inclines and gradients and constantly changing road surfaces demand great skill from the driver and put vehicles to a hard test.
The best-known event today is the ADAC TOTAL 24-hour race, which is held on both the Nordschleife and the Grand Prix circuit and which for four days transforms the entire circuit into a huge spectacle. Up to 800 amateurs and professionals in up to 200 cars take part in this race.


Facts & figures Nordschleife

Official start of construction: 27 September 1925

Official opening: 18 /19 June 1927

Costs: about 15 million Reichsmark, Employment of up to 3,000 workers for two years

Length: 20.832 km

Turns: 73 (33 left, 40 right)

Gradients: max. 17 percent

Slopes: max. 11 percent

Highest point: Hohenrain / Hatzenbach 627.70 m above sea level

Lowest point: Breidscheid, 320 m above sea level

Total difference in altitude: approx. 300 m

First event: 18 June 1927 – Eifelrace for motorcycles

Original track length: 22.8 km Nordschleife + 7.7 km Südschleife = 28 km, (89 left turns - 84 right turns)

Length Endurance Championship: 24.433 km (Sprintstrecke, with Mercedes-Arena, Motorrad-Schikane and Nordschleife)



Mitsubishi is a Japanese automotive manufacturer founded in 1970 (Parent company Mitsubishi Group was founded in 1870). Generally the company is known for its AWD cars like the Lancer Evolution and Pajero.
Their cars were sold outside of Japan thanks to a partnership with Chrysler. In the present day, they are released independently, although Mitsubishi continues to provide Chrysler with engines.


The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX MR-edition is the successor to the Lancer Evolution VIII MR Edition and replaced it in 2005. The main alteration of the IX was a reworked turbocharger producing an additional 25 horsepower with MIVEC and a slightly reworked body.

The IX was also sold as an estate within Japan during 2006. High-performance models branded as "FQ" were offered by Mitsubishi within the United Kingdom.


Manufacturer: Mitsubishi

Production: 2006 - 2008

Origin: Japan

Engine: 2.0L Turbocharged I4 (4G63T MIVEC)

BHP: 286 bhp (213 kW) @ 6500 rpm

Torque: 289 lb⋅ft (392 N·m) @ 3500 rpm

Acceleration: 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 4.4 seconds

Top Speed: 155 mph (249 km/h)

Transmission: 6-speed Manual

Layout: Front-Engined, All-Wheel Drive

Mass: 1410 kg (3109 lbs)

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