UK specialist car maker Trident has launched a sports car powered by a 6.6 litre GM diesel.
Trident says this combines a potential 50 mpg fuel economy with the highest torsional rigidity of any car tested.
The Iceni R has a stainless steel chassis and 'unique' central spine rollover protection, and is also guaranteed for life against corrosion.
The car's front-mounted 6.6l engine is sourced from GM. The power supplied is in excess of 375 bhp at 3,100 rpm, whilst its torque in excess of 520lb/ft at 1800 rpm allows a low engine speed (maximum 4,500 revs) enabling the plant to last for up to 250,000 miles.
The car's most significant innovation, says Trident, is the gearbox designed by the car's chief designer Phil Bevan but built in the U.S., which is located in the rear of the car.
The gearbox is an 8-speed automatic, controlled by paddle shifts behind the steering wheel.
This enables the car to make full use of its torque by keeping the engine operating within its peak performance band.
Computer calculations have been made suggesting a top speed of 230 mph, 0-60mph in under 4 seconds and at 56 mph, fuel consumption in excess of 50 mpg.
A fuel capacity of 100 litres gives a range of approximately 1,000 miles. |
