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2007 Random Research dp1 #1

What is the dp1? First and foremost, it's an ultimate form of self-expression. But not just artwork - it is art that works. A living, carbon-and-alloy manifestation of what I think a true performance car should be. The driver. The motor. The car. Just enough to give the driver full mastery of the motor's power... The best art is engaging. The dp1 goes far beyond just that. It's about controlling more energy than one was born with. It's an extreme. A pure concept extrapolated to its logically insane conclusion. It is definitely not for everyone. But for the few who understand it and have the skill to control it, this just might be the ultimate performance machine.


To put the dp1 in perspective, consider that it has the horsepower of a Ferrari F360 but weighs 2,200 lbs less! That's right, this is not a typo - the dp1 is a full metric ton lighter than the Ferrari. And it's All-Wheel-Drive. Let that sink in for a while. Then read on.
http://www.dpcars.net/dp1/index.htm

Wheelbase: 80.5"

Length: 113"

Width: 71"

Height: 39" (top of rollbar)

Ground Clearance: 2.5"

Drivetrain: proprietary AWD system with chain drive and Quaife limited slip differentials

Chassis: carbon monocoque, quick-change bodywork

Wheels: 13x8 Tires: 225/45-13 Hoosier R6 or 20x8-13 race slicks

Engine: Custom 2800cc V8, 375hp @10,000 RPM, 220 lb-ft @6500 RPM

Gearbox: 5-speed sequential with reverse

Weight: 850lb

Power/weight: 970 hp/metric ton (2.25 lb/hp)