Gumpert adds �Speed� flagship to Apollo lineup

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The Gumpert Apollo Speed has been designed primarily for ultra-high speed runs

German sports car manufacturer Gumpert has unveiled a faster version of its Apollo supercar at this week�s Geneva Motor Show, aptly named the Apollo Speed. Building on previous versions like the Apollo Sport and Apollo Race, the new Speed has been further engineered to tackle high speed runs.

Setting apart the Speed from previous Apollo models are bigger wheelarches, a new front splitter and revised air intakes. The new car will also feature a two-tone paint scheme, an adjustable rear spoiler and new tail lamps.

Unique features of the latest Apollo variant include its carbon-fiber and aluminum sandwich underbody, as well as its fixed wheel caps at the front and rotating rears � a similar set-up to that used in F1. Other specs include adjustable dampers, 19in aluminum wheels, and 378mm ventilated brake discs with six-piston calipers.

Power comes from an Audi-sourced twin-turbo 4.2L V8 developing up to 800hp (597kW) and 664lb-ft (900Nm) of torque in the range topping model. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a sequential six-speed gearbox, and according to Gumpert the new Speed will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 3.0 seconds flat, pass 200km/h in 8.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 360km/h.

Despite being developed from the onset as a high-performance vehicle, the Apollo Speed still comes with a leather and Alcantara lined cabin, air-conditioning, a DVD monitor, and an optional satnav system. Even with all these luxury items, the car still tips the scales at a lithe 1,200kg.

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2009 Gumpert Apollo Speed

GUMPERT Sportwagenmanufaktur GmbH presented the Apollo Speed at the 79th Geneva Motor Show. The racer made in Germany has earned his name, and rightly so. For any speed limit is pointless! Whereas optimum performance for racetracks, lateral acceleration and grip in all situations are the focus of apollo, apollo sport and apollo race, the apollo speed is aimed at an exclusive high speed clientele. Its domain is the mastery of highest speeds. Thanks to polished aerodynamics the drive side values of the speed are far above those of the competition.

Form follows Function

The appearance of apollo speed is now even more classy and aggressive. His striking two tone paint emphasises the racers compact appearance, at 1,105mm being lower that his brothers at 1,114mm.
A good look from the front reveals the changed design around the wheel arches. A low restrict induction system rounds off the snappy appearance and provides fresh air to the engine. Further modifications have been made to the rear end of this super sports car: The redesigned tail lights concisely show where the apollo is headed to, before it vanishes from the sight of its pursuer. The two-seater also has a small adjustable spoiler to lend it the required drive side for its
intoxicating speed.

With a fully enclosed CAS underbody (carbon / aluminium sandwich) and wheel caps (fixed at the front and rotating at the back) the speed takes Formula 1 to the road and is just asking for a challenge to a sprint.

The powerful 8 cylinder Biturbo of apollo speed provides an optional 650 / 700 / 800 HP and a torque of 850 / 875 / 900 Nm. His performance is top class: The car can go from standing still to 100 km/h in 3.0 seconds.

A speed of 200 km/h is reached in just 8.9 seconds. His maximum speed is over 360 km/h. (Depending on equipment, country-related specifications, gear ratio and engine power) The racer impresses by its sportive, elegantly equipped interior.

It is available with either leather or Alcantara, and provides a whole panoply of details, such as air conditioning and a DVD moniceiver. The removable steering wheel makes it easy to get in. Embedded in the monocoque and held in by 4 point seat belts, the driver becomes one with the apollo. An intense bond!

Get to know the new, extroverted super sports car by GUMPERT.


General Information
Vehicle Type:2-door coupe,production car

Drivetrain
Configuration:Mid Engine/RWD
Engine:Twin-Turbo V8
Displacement:4163 cc
Horsepower:800 bhp @ ---- rpm
Torque:664 lb-ft @ ---- rpm
Max RPM:7500 rpm
Transmission:6-Speed Sequential

Performance
0-60 mph:2.9 sec
Top Speed:224 mph

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