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Aston Martin, Valkyrie Little Known Facts

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