
Aston Martin, Valkyrie Little Known Facts
- The Aston Martin Valkyrie's powertrain was developed in collaboration with Red Bull Racing and Cosworth.
- The car features an 6.5-liter V12 engine producing 1,160 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque.
- It uses an advanced semi-automatic gearbox with six forward gears and two reverse.
- The Valkyrie has a dry weight of just 972 kg (2,140 lbs) due to the extensive use of carbon fiber in its construction.
- The chassis is made from a combination of carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb structures.
- It features an all-carbon fiber bodywork with active aerodynamics that can alter airflow by up to 30%.
- The Valkyrie has a 50:50 weight distribution, thanks to the careful positioning of the engine and driver.
- It boasts a top speed electronically limited to 225 mph (362 km/h).
- The car features an advanced F1-inspired rear wing with active drag reduction system (DRS).
- The Valkyrie's monocoque is designed to protect both the driver and passenger in the event of an impact.
- It uses a sophisticated carbon fiber chassis that provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
- The Aston Martin Valkyrie has been certified by the FIA as a Formula 1 homologation, despite not being a racing car itself.
- It features a bespoke exhaust system developed in collaboration with Akrapovič.
- The driver's seat is adjustable and can be customized to fit different drivers.
- The passenger seat is smaller than the driver's seat due to the space required for the advanced semi-automatic gearbox.
- The Valkyrie has an extremely compact, mid-mounted engine layout that minimizes frontal area and maximizes aerodynamic efficiency.
- It features a bespoke set of 19-inch forged alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero Cup tires.
- The car's interior is trimmed in Alcantara and carbon fiber with leather accents on the seat surfaces.
- The Aston Martin Valkyrie has a very limited production run, with just 150 units produced worldwide.
- It boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 1,190 horsepower per tonne (1,190 PS/t).
- The car features a state-of-the-art infotainment system developed in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz's high-performance AMG brand.
- The Valkyrie has been designed to be both visually stunning and aerodynamically efficient.
- It boasts an extremely advanced carbon fiber chassis that provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
- The Aston Martin Valkyrie features a bespoke oil pan made from carbon fiber, allowing for the compact engine layout.
- The car's transmission system is designed to optimize performance at high speeds while maintaining stability and control.
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