Vencer Sarthe

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The Vencer Sarthe is a Dutch sports car produced by Vencer. It is the first automobile to be produced by Vencer.

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Vencer Sarthe
Overview
ManufacturerVencer
Model years 2015-present
Assembly Vriezenveen, Netherlands
Body and chassis
Class Sports car (S)
Layout RMR layout
Doors Swan doors
ChassisHybrid space frame with honeycomb structure
Powertrain
Engine 6.3L V63SC supercharged V8
Transmission 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,791 mm (109.9 in)
Length4,515 mm (177.8 in)
Width1,984 mm (78.1 in)
Height1,190 mm (46.9 in)
Curb weight 1,390 kg (3,064 lb)

History

Prince Albert II of Monaco revealed a prototype of the Sarthe during the Top Marques auto show in Monaco in 2013. [1] The first Vencer Sarthe was sold at a Vencer dealership in China. [2]

Performance

The Sarthe uses a 6.3-liter V8 engine. It has a power output of 622 bhp (464 kW; 631 PS) and a torque output of 618 lb-ft (838 Nm). [3] The car can go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.6 seconds and has a top speed of 338 km/h (210 mph).

Design

The Sarthe was inspired by the 1980s 24 Hours of Le Mans racecars. [4] It has an 'automatic' rear spoiler and carbon fiber bodywork made in the Netherlands at the Vencer factory. [4] [2] All of the panels on the inside of the car are constructed of carbon fiber. [5]

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