A
new supercar startup by the name of Naran Automotive has just teased its very
first model and has made big claims about it. The vehicle will simply be
referred to as the ‘Naran,’ and aims to chase the very upper echelon of
modern-day hypercars, including the Aston Martin Valkyrie.
One
of the most intriguing aspects of the Naran is that its engine won’t be fitted
behind the cabin. Instead, it will actually be front-mid-engined, meaning the
powerplant is located behind the front axle but ahead of the cabin. This engine
will be a twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter V8 with a claimed output of 1,034 hp and 1,036 Nm of torque.
We
don’t yet know what kind of transmission the hypercar will use but know it will
send power to all four wheels and will reportedly hit 96 km/h in 2.1
seconds, 160 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and a top speed of between 370-402 km/h, Auto Express reports.
The
Naran’s body will be made largely from carbon fiber and in these teasers
released of the hypercar, we can see it will have a very aggressive design
focused on producing huge levels of downforce. In fact, the startup says it
will produce around 450 kg of downforce. Key aerodynamic components
visible in these teasers include large venturi tunnels in the front fascia, a
fixed rear wing, and a protruding, motorsport-inspired rear diffuser. Another
standout design element are the lobster-claw-shaped headlights.
The
car is currently undergoing handling and top speed tests at the Nurburgring and
Imola. Naran Automotive hopes to start sales in mid-August and plans on
building just 49 examples.
