A number of details
about the Aston Martin AM-RB 003 hypercar have come to light following the
vehicle’s premiere at last month’s Geneva Motor Show. That’s because we
recently found ourselves in possession of the official dealer brochure
distributed by the British car manufacturer for the AM-RB 003, which documents
some important specifications.
First, we have the
powertrain. Aston Martin confirmed at Geneva that the AM-RB 003 will feature a
new, turbocharged hybrid V6 engine but didn’t say how powerful it would be. We
can now report that they are targeting a 1,000 hp combined output.
Additionally, it has been confirmed that the vehicle will incorporate an
8-speed, F1-inspired dual-clutch transmission and a limited-slip differential.
Like the Valkyrie,
the AM-RB 003 will feature a full carbon fiber monocoque and carbon body
panels, which will bring the weight belowq 1350 kg. With those
specs, the AM-RB 003 will be fast. Aston Martin quotes a 0-100 km/h time of 2.5 seconds in the brochure as well as a top speed exceeding 354 km/h and a power-to-weight ratio of 750 hp per tonne.
According to the
document, the powertrain’s electric motor will drive the front wheels, meaning
the hypercar will be all-wheel drive. We can also confirm that the car will
have active suspension, platform control, active ride height and damping
systems all derived from the Valkyrie. It will also be sold in both left- and
right-hand drive configurations and be limited to just 500 units globally.
Then comes the
all-important price. Aston Martin says its new hypercar will start “at no less
than £ 875,000.” Converted into U.S. dollars, that is US$ 1,152,440. Those looking
to buy an AM-RB 003 need to lay down a hefty deposit to secure a build slot.
Customers in the U.S. need to cough up US$ 300,000 up front, while those in Europe
must pay € 250,000 and Australian ones AUD 450,000, with deliveries set to
begin in 2021.
