The Race Extreme, that is what Caparo named their latest T1 version revealed yesterday. Equipped with an all new aluminium V8 engine that can reach 10,500 rpm and offering a maximum of 620 hp, the ultra light 550 Kgs supercar takes just 2.8 seconds to get from 0 to 62 mph and 5.8 seconds from 0 to 100 mph. Top speed is 208 mph and there is also a whole list of technical features presented in the press kit that made us wonder what will the real tests say about the Caparo T1 Race Extreme version. The company says the new version of their Formula One inspired supercar is ready to offer the ultimate driving experience and from knowing how the Caparo T1 performed we tend to believe them.
Caparo press release:
Caparo T1, the fastest performance supercar from Caparo Vehicle Technologies, is now available in the new Race Extreme version. The vehicle, aimed specifically at the high end of the track day market, boasts the car’s utmost race specification and is set to deliver the ultimate driving experience.
Inspired in its design and performance by Formula One, the Caparo T1 has a distinctive pedigree which has once again been enhanced by the introduction of the new Race Extreme specification. The new high end version of the car is now available with an evolved all aluminium, normally aspirated, fuel injected Caparo V8 engine which has been upgraded to deliver 620 bhp at 10,500 rpm. Some of the phenomenal key performance characteristics of the Caparo T1 Race Extreme are as follows:
0-62 mph 2.8 sec
0-100 mph 5.8 sec
Top speed 208 mph
G loads braking > 4 g
G loads cornering > 3.5 g
Dry weight 550 kgs
The specification also includes: fully adjustable suspension and aerodynamic packs, ultra light 6 pot front and 4 pot rear monoblock billet machined aluminium callipers complete with titanium pistons, and 355mm x 35mm ceramic discs and pads set up. In addition, the car’s upgraded electronic package contains a fully tuneable ECU which ensures maximum performance from the engine and the six speed sequential gear box. The above features together with the fully adjustable traction control of the Caparo T1 Race Extreme combine to provide the absolute track experience.
For more information regarding the Caparo T1 Race Extreme please contact Fiona Malan at Caparo Vehicle Products Ltd on 0121 224 2078 or at Fiona.malan@caparovehicleproducts.com.
