The name Piëch likely sounds familiar to many automotive enthusiasts, but outside of that circle, it’s not so well known. In this case, it belongs to Anton Piëch, son of former VW Chairman Ferdinand Piëch, and the great grandson-in-law to Ferdinand Porsche. Now, Anton aims to make his own mark in the automotive history books with his all-new GT concept. It might not be called a concept outright, but let’s consider the facts here. It’s only a clay model at this stage. Production isn’t assured either and in fact, it has some stiff challenges ahead before it’s confirmed. This is, after all, Anton’s second attempt at bringing a sports car to market after his first effort in 2019. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to like about it if Piëch Automotive can pull it off.

First, the 2+2 coupe is targeting over 1,000 horsepower and 1,100 Nm of torque. This immense power comes from two electric motors, each producing 503 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. According to Car Magazine, Piëch claims a top speed of 300 km/h, a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 2.6 seconds, and a WLTP range of 312 miles or 502 km. It sounds like the perfect tire-shredding machine considering that it’s all electric too. Interestingly, it’s said to use a pair of two-speed gearboxes, one for each of its electric motors. That design decision is partly aimed at enhancing driving engagement and excitement. Anton Piëch himself hinted at this, suggesting that electric car “drivers and their emotions get somewhat left behind.”

 

According to Car Magazine, Piëch claims a top speed of 300 km/h, a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 2.6 seconds, and a WLTP range of 312 miles or 502 km. In this form, the GT measures 4780 mm long, 2000 mm wide, and 1350 mm tall. It rides on a 2780 mm wheelbase. What about realistic production goals though? Piëch Automotive wants to begin production in 2028 with a 2,000-unit run. It hopes to do so with the help of Canadian-based Multimatic, the same folks who built the Ford GT. The brand is hoping to sell the car for around 200,000 euros or about US$ 215,000 at current exchange rates.

Of course, the big thing that these already very wealthy folks need is more money. Without it, the car may never exist in production form. To find that cash, Piëch Automotive is soliciting funds from several sources including those in the Middle East. Here’s to hoping that they figure it out one way or another. It doesn’t seem as though anyone has truly cracked the electric sports car code yet. Perhaps this brand can do it.