Yet the Battista blends this extraordinarily explosive turn of speed with genuine driver engagement. The car's raw statistics certainly make for startling reading, with a 0-62mph taking less than 2sec and 186mph coming up after only 12sec – the sort of acceleration that had our very own Matt Prior giggling like a schoolboy when he sampled it. Essentially a reskinned Rimac Nevera, the Battista is one of the first of an all-new generation of high-performance electric cars that have their eyes firmly focused on a future where the internal combustion engine is put out to pasture. With a 1876bhp on tap, true hypercar pace was never going to be a problem for the Pininfarina Battista, even when you consider that this carbonfibre-hulled machine tips the scales at a not inconsiderable 2200kg. Yes the active suspension strips away some vital feedback and the standard Michelin rubber isn’t quite up to the incredible forces the Valkyrie can generate, but as visceral automotive experience few come close. Sensory overload is guaranteed, and if you’re brave enough few cars are quicker around a circuit. Inside, the stripped-out interior there’s barely enough room for the driver despite the two-seat billing, while noise-cancelling headphones are required to protect against the ear-splitting howl of that Cosworth-built motor. Yet arguably the highlight is the naturally aspirated (but very mild hybrid assisted) 6.5-litre V12 motor that revs to a heady 11,000rpm and delivers a knockout 1140bhp punch for 0-62mph in 2.5 seconds and a 220mph top speed. The suspension is equally trick, its active adjustable ride height aiming to keep the car on an even keel as aero and cornering forces build. The lightweight carbon tub has been designed with strength in mind, while the knee-high body’s surfaces have been sculpted by wind tunnel data and feature adaptive aero surfaces. The brainchild of Red Bull F1 technical director and all-round aerodynamic genius, Adrian Newey, the jaw-dropping British machine has been created to deliver the ultimate in outright performance, with nothing coming between it and its lap times-smashing goal.ĭespite wearing number plates, headlamps and indicators, the Aston Martin is really a purebred racer that you just so happen to be able to put in for an MoT. When it comes to design philosophy, it would be best to describe the Aston Martin Valkyrie as ‘uncompromising’. Each one is a high octane thrill ride that’ll have no doubt broken the speed odd record as it stakes its claim on a place in the automotive hall of fame. So, here’s our top 10 performance paragons, each one pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the pursuit of performance. Racing lines: Why hypercars are the future at Le Mans.SF90 Stradale hybrid is most powerful Ferrari road car yet. ![]() Ferrari tech boss on EVs, V12s and next LaFerrari.Autocar confidential: Bentley's first EV, LaFerrari reincarnated and more.
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