A lot of super cars are produced
almost every year by the most famous car giants in the world. No wonder
the competition to come out with the fastest breed of super cars
becomes more interesting. British car manufacturer, Ascari, produced
the powerful Ascari A10 in commemoration of its 10th
anniversary in the industry. The Ascari A10 is a road car version of
the KZ1-R race car that competed in the Spanish GT Championship. Former
F1 designer Paul Brown penned this third road car that Ascari has
produced in Banbury, England. The first two super road cars were the
KZ1 and the Ecosse.
Engine Performance
The
new A10 will have drivers enjoying the performance of a modified BMW
5.0 V8 engine that produces 625 bhp that is delivered by a six speed
manual gearbox and standard manual transmission. With the same carbon
chassis like the KZ1, it features a new bodywork and suspension that is
racing derived. It also has a fire suppression system and is
lightweight at 1,280 kilograms. The A10 accelerates at 60 miles per
hour in less than 3 seconds and runs at a top speed of 220 miles per
hour.
Exterior
Its
body is a bit similar to its cousin but is not entirely identical. The
single headlights were swapped and now sports three projector style
lamps with the lower driving lights gone. It has a lower front skirt
and wider apertures. The curvy carbon fiber wing is large and its
meshed louvres were cut into the rear for cooling purposes. A radiator
that is centrally located just above its rear venturi duct adds a fresh
look.
The alloy spokes and
carbon fiber rims have center lock fittings. Michelin Tires provided
the rubber for this super car with a 265/35 front ZR18 and 345/50 ZR 18
for the rear. Brakes are ventilated by ceramic discs and are clamped
by racing calipers on the front and back. The mid-mounted machine is
similar to that of the Kz1's naturally aspirated V8; however, with the
reprofiled cams and brand new rods and pistons, the A10 produces 625
bhp at an rpm of 7500. The A10 also features lightweight racing seats,
carbon fiber door panels, electric windows, climate control and a
remote central lock system. The super car proves to be more than just a
revamp of the racing model KZ1.
Limited Edition
Ascari
announced that only 50 units were to be produced for this version and
will be sold with a price tag of 350,000 GBP. This limited availability
certainly puts the Ascari A10 on the list of many collectors' items.
The engineers of Ascari Banbury ensured that the 220 mph car will
deliver a world-class performance like that of the Pagani, Mosler and
Koenigsegg. The next generation dream drive from Ascari underwent
rigorous testing prior to its 2006 release.
Although
it lacks the luxuries of soundproofing and air conditioning the car
still features hardcore fire extinguisher kits and FIA approved
integral roll cage. Unlike the FXX Enzo, you can legally drive this
beauty on the road.
