When you think of supercars, or as some would classify this "hypercar," you probably think of cars like Bugatti, Ferrari, McLaren and the ilk.
However, smaller companies like SSC and Zenvo have begun challenging the masters of engineering. The end result is usually a pitiful mishmosh of parts, a good example being SSC's first example -- granted, it DID beat the Bugatti's speed record at the time.
Now though these little guys are getting their act together. Take, for example, the Zenvo ST1 that appeared on Jay Leno's Garage.
Leno, who has owned just about anything you can think of, gave credit where it was due, saying "this is a well thought out automobile," and that it was a quality product. It's not just something put together by two guys.
Catch your interest yet? Oh yeah, it's powered by a 7.0-liter V8 that produces over 1,000 horsepower and it costs more than a million bucks.
For all of the nitty gritty, check out Jay Leno's Garage down below...
TECHNICAL DATA ZENVO ST1
Engine and transmission
Number of cylinders V8
Displacement (cm3) 7000
Bore x stroke (mm) 104.8 x 101.6
Number of valves 16
Fuel type Unleaded 98 RON
Powered axles RWD
Transmission 6-speed manual (internal oil pump) and oil cooler. Hydraulic limit slip diff.
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Performance
Performance (kW/hp/min) 810 / 1104 / 6900
Max. torque (Nm/min) 1430 / 4500
Top speed (km/h) 375 (electronically controlled)
Acceleration 0--100 km/h (s) 3,0
Hp/weight 802 bhp per tonne
Fuel consumption (l/100 km urban / extra-urban / combined) N/A / N/A / N/A
CO2 emission combined (g/km) N/A
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Wheels
Rim size (front/rear) 19" x 9.5" / 20" x 12.5"
Tyre size (front/rear) 255/35--19" (Y) / 335/30--20" (Y) (Michelin)
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Dimension
Overall length (mm) 4665
Overall width, without mirrors (mm) 2041
Overall height (mm) 1198
Wheelbase (mm) 3055
Weight (kg) 1376
Headroom front (mm) 1002
Legroom front (mm) 1104
Shoulderroom front (mm) 1398
Cargo volume (L) 130
Fuel tank volume (L) 69
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Mechanical
Transmission 6-speed manual (internal oil pump) and oil cooler
Exhaust system Stainless steel
Traction control yes
Supercharged yes
Turbo yes
Power steering, speed sensitive yes
Anti-lock high performance disc brakes (ABS) yes
Ground clearance 105mm. (150mm when hydraulic lifted)
Front and rear suspension Double wishbones, 3 way adjustable Racing gas-hydraulic shock absorbers. (Öhlins)
Anti-roll bar Adjustable
Front brakes Ventilated discs Ø 380 mm, 6 piston light alloy callipers. Power assisted
Rear brakes Ventilated discs Ø 355 mm, 6 piston light alloy calipers. Power assisted
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Interior
Dual zone automatic climate control yes
Electronic analog instrumentation including yes
Driver Information Center yes
Driver and passenger airbag yes
Cruise control yes
Power door locks yes
Keyless access with push button start yes
Electrical adjustable driver racing seat
Electrical adjustable passenger racing seat yes
Leather/alcantara seating surfaces yes
Stereo w/CD player, MP3 playback. Build in navigation yes
Manual tilt steering wheel yes
Racing steering wheel yes
Theft-deterrent alarm system yes
Power windows driver and passenger with express-down yes
3 mode driving settings yes
Power telescopic steering wheel with manual tilt yes
Head-up display incl. G-force meter yes
Auto dimming rear-view mirror yes
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Exterior
Hidden antenna yes
Polished stainless steel exhaust outlets yes
Racing light steel frame structure yes
Carbon-fiber body panels yes
Light tinted glass yes
Xenon headlamps yes
Wheels, Forged aluminum 19? front and 20? rear yes
Hydraulic ride height control yes
Metallic paint yes
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Options
F1 Gearbox. 7 speed with paddle shift
Carbon wheels
394 mm ceramic discs with 8 piston calipers
Toolkit
Custom Colour Leather Interior
Custom Paint Colour
Fitted Luggage set
Tailored Car Cover
Roll Cage and 4 point Safety Harness