Clarkson: Powered Up

I’m stationed in the South of France, specifically at the cutting-edge Formula One Circuit Paul Ricard, on a quest to discover my top car of the year. Among the contenders are two Ferraris: the V12, 6.3-liter FF and the 458. Competing with the 458 is the UK’s McLaren MP4-12C. There’s also the tech-savvy Nissan GTR, Porsche’s GT2 RS, the 570-horsepower Lamborghini Performante, and the entertaining BMW 1M. Assisting me are The Stig and Formula One newcomer, Karun Chandhok. I’m also exploring the future with the hybrid-engine Mugen Honda CR-Z, while revisiting the past with some classics. The stunning Eagle Speedster offers a modern take on the legendary E-Type, boasting a 4.7-liter engine and a staggering £500,000 price tag. Additionally, there’s the brand-new Jensen Interceptor R powered by a 6.2-liter Corvette engine, and the formidable Brutus, a vintage car equipped with a flame-throwing BMW airplane engine. Lastly, the B.A.C. Mono, a single-seater that accelerates from 0-60 in just 2.8 seconds. What more could one desire?