Aston Martin has finally confirmed powertrain
specifications for its upcoming Valkyrie hypercar, which will produce a
combined 1,160 HP at 10,500 rpm and 900 Nm of torque at
6,000 rpm, even more than what was previously reported.
Its Rimac-sourced battery electric system alone is
responsible for an additional 160 HP and 280 Nm, while the
naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 delivers a full 1,000 HP and 740
Nm of torque – that’s 153.8 HP per liter. The Valkyrie is a result of an
extensive technical partnership between Aston Martin and Red Bull Advanced
Technologies, so it’s no wonder that it’s ultra high-revving engine would be
reminiscent of Formula 1 engines from the 1990s.
Unlike with traditional road cars, many key
components in the Valkyrie are tasked to do more than just one job. For
example, both the V12 engine and the gearbox casing act as stressed members of
the vehicle structure. The latter provides rear suspension mounting points,
while also adding structural rigidity and eliminating the weight of an
additional rear subframe. Meanwhile, the battery pack also serves as the
carrier for the Valkyrie’s power electronics.
The British luxury sports car maker has also announced
that the first Valkyrie prototypes are now being built.
