The Gumpert Tornante is a two-seater touring superleggera powered by a new V8 engine for which performance figures are still kept secret. The Gumpert Tornante is built on a light chrome-molybdenum steel space frame with carbon fiber monocoque chassis. This sports car also features gull-wing doors and a TT40e gearbox with paddle shift control. [Uncrate]
German sports car manufacturer Gumpert will unveil a faster version of its Apollo supercar at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, aptly named the Apollo Speed. The car will be powered by an Audi-sourced twin-turbo 4.2L V8 developing up to 800hp (597kW) and 664lb-ft (900Nm) of torque in the range topping model. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a sequential six-speed gearbox, and according to Gumpert the new Speed will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 3.0 seconds flat, pass 200km/h in 8.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 360km/h. Stay tuned for more updates. [CarAndDriver]
