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2011 Hennessey Venom GT

2011 Hennessey Venom GT

The 2011 Hennessey Venom GT is based on a highly modified Lotus Exige chassis and shares some components with the British-made sports car including the roof, doors, side glass, windscreen, dash, cockpit, floorpan, HVAC system, wiper and head lamps. Powering the Venom GT is a 6.2L twin-turbocharged LS9 V-8 engine producing 1200 hp at 6,500 rpm. (continued below)

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Hennessey Venom GT: Not for the Faint-Hearthed

Source: Hennessey | Published: Mon Sep 19, 2011

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The 2011 Venom GT simply expresses the supercar that HPE Design LLC President John Hennessey has always dreamed of building for himself. He wanted a nimble, lightweight, mid-engine chassis with a powerful American V-8 engine. Maximum power-to-weight ratio is critical for a performance vehicle, and it is the cornerstone to this car.

Hennessey's dedicated staff of former Bonneville, Formula One and Le Mans race engineers have teamed to design the Venom GT - incorporating many of the best technologies and advanced materials available today. The goal? The best overall performing and best looking road-legal supercar that they could build.

Weight is kept to a minimum thanks to the extensive use of aluminum for the construction of items such as the engine block, cylinder heads and intercoolers. Airflow ducting is a mix of lightweight carbon fiber and aluminum components. Exhaust gasses flow thru a lightweight Titanium exhaust system. Twin ballbearing turbochargers provide instant throttle response with a never ending mountain of power.

Inside, the 2011 Venom GT merges high-tech materials with supple luxury. Machined metal meets carbon fiber - all surrounded by sumptuous leather - to produce an unforgettable cockpit.

Combined with a super-light curb weight of under 2,685 lbs (1,220 kilos), the Venom GT offers an unmatched power-to-weight ratio.

The 2011 Venom GT incorporates an active aerodynamic system that allows for real-time down force adjustments based on actual driving conditions. "The Venom GT is a purpose built thrill ride designed to dominate the competition," says John Hennessey. "This car is for a very select client who demands ultimate performance, but with absolute exclusivity."

Hennessey Venom GT: Review (2/2)

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Specifications
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type V8, Twin-Turbo
Displacement 376 cu in (6162 cc)
Power 1200 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque 1155 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
Redline 7200 rpm
Driveline Rear Wheel Drive
Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front - Rear Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs
Tire Size Front - Rear 255/30 R20 - 345/30 R20
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length 183.3 in
Width 77.2 in
Height n/a
Curb Weight 2685 lbs
Performance
0-60 mph 2.5 s
1/4 Mile 9.9 s @ 162 mph
60-0 Braking n/a
Top Speed 275 mph
Fuel Economy
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway n/a
Origin & Price
Origin United States of America
Base Retail Price (MSRP) $1,000,000

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