Vencer Sarthe
The Vencer Sarthe is a Dutch sports car produced by Vencer. It is the first automobile to be produced by Vencer.
| Vencer Sarthe | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Vencer |
| Model years | 2015-present |
| Assembly | Vriezenveen, Netherlands |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Layout | RMR layout |
| Doors | Swan doors |
| Chassis | Hybrid space frame with honeycomb structure |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.3L V63SC supercharged V8 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm (109.9 in) |
| Length | 4,515 mm (177.8 in) |
| Width | 1,984 mm (78.1 in) |
| Height | 1,190 mm (46.9 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,390 kg (3,064 lb) |
History
Prince Albert II of Monaco revealed a prototype of the Sarthe during the Top Marques auto show in Monaco in 2013.[1] The first Vencer Sarthe was sold at a Vencer dealership in China.[2]
Performance
The Sarthe uses a 6.3 liter V8 engine. It has a power output of 622 bhp (464 kW; 631 PS) and a Torque output of 618 lbft (838 Nm).[3] The car can go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.6 seconds and has a top speed of 338 km/h (210 mph).
Design
The Sarthe was inspired by 1980s 24 Hours of Le Mans racecars.[4] It has an 'automatic' rear spoiler and carbon fiber bodywork made in the Netherlands at the Vencer factory.[4][2] All of the panels on the inside of the car are constructed of carbon fiber.[5]
Media appearances
References
- "Vencer Story - Vencer". Vencer. Archived from the original on 2017-04-30. Retrieved 2017-03-29.
- "Vencer Sarthe review | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Archived from the original on 2017-03-30. Retrieved 2017-03-29.
- "Specifications - Vencer". Vencer. Archived from the original on 2017-03-30. Retrieved 2017-03-29.
- "Design of the Vencer Sarthe". Vencer. Archived from the original on 2017-03-27. Retrieved 2017-03-29.
- "2015 Vencer Sarthe". Top Speed. 18 September 2014. Archived from the original on 2023-08-13. Retrieved 2017-03-29.