Rodin FZERO: Ultimate hypercar from New Zealand 🎥
CAR WITHOUT LIMITS The small New Zealand manufacturer Rodin Cars is launching the FZERO, a hypercar that is subject only to physical limits. The 1200-hp bullet is intended for use at track days.
The ZERO in the type designation is intended to indicate that the hypercar developed by Rodin Cars in New Zealand is subject to zero restrictions. Because it is not bound by any regulations or laws, it can only be driven by solvent and talented customers on closed race tracks at track days.
First monoposto, then hypercar with 1176 hp
The Rodin FZERO follows on from the FZED, which is a formula racing car that can also be used for private pleasure, with performance in the direction of a GP bolide (see video). The fully shuttered, futuristic-looking FZERO with carbon fiber monocoque is now said to be the world's fastest and most powerful vehicle for track days at present.
The 4.0 V10 biturbo (gallery left) was developed in collaboration with Neil Brown Engineering from England. Thanks to electric assistance (134 kW), a system output of 1176 hp and a maximum torque of 1026 Nm have emerged. The combustion engine delivers its maximum output of 1000 hp at 9000 rpm. Weighing just 132 kilograms, this is said to be the lightest V10 engine on the market.
Faster than a small plane
The 8-speed transmission comes from Ricardo, a company specializing in racing cars, with its titanium housing (gallery on the right) created in Rodin Cars' 3D printer. The total curb weight is just 698 kilograms. The power-to-weight ratio is thus only around 0.6 kg/hp or 1.662 hp/kg, which no regulated racing car currently achieves.
The eye-catching wing unit and underbody ensure a downforce of four tons. The whole thing is put on the road via 18-inch racing tires from Avon. Rodin states "over 360 km/h" as the top speed. More would probably only be possible on superspeedways in the U.S.A. or on long roads straight ahead. But the laws prevent the latter...
According to Rodin, this vehicle could not have been realized with any regulations. It is subject only to the physical limits that the track day pilots can test.
Limited series without price
Rodin Cars has its large headquarters on the southern island of New Zealand near Christchurch. The 550-hectare site includes its own test track.
The European branch is stationed at Donington Park Circuit in the UK. One of the brand ambassadors is New Zealander Liam Lawson, who races in FIA Formula 2 and is a member of the Red Bull Racing junior squad.
Only 27 Rodin FZEROs are put on wheels for customers. These can configure their car according to their own wishes. Rodin also offers full service at the race tracks and maintenance, as well as driving training under the guidance of professionals.
The first models will be delivered next summer. The price will only be known on request.
