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SPORTEC RETURNS TO SALON PRIVÉ EVENT WITH IMPROVED SPR1R SUPERCAR

Having stunned the motoring press and Salon Privé show goers last year with the UK premier of the SPR1, SPORTEC is set to debut a new, faster, lighter and improved version of the Swiss built supercar at this year’s event – the SPR1R.

Conceived, designed and constructed in Switzerland by SPORTEC’s technical team, the new version of the SPR1 offers unrivalled supercar performance and exclusivity, carrying over the 858PS bi-turbo, 3.6-litre, 24-valve, flat six T80M engine and permanent four wheel drive of the previous version.

Likewise the SPORTEC SPR1R’s specification includes the titanium connecting rods, a flat carbon fibre under floor, active suspension and F1 style ceramic brake discs of other SPR1 models, while the use of composite (carbon / Kevlar) body panels, forged alloy wheels, an integrated safety cage and ceramic brake discs allows the SPR1 to be lighter, safer and more dynamic than other cars in its class.

For 2010, the SPR1R boasts a number of detail improvements. Firstly, by concentrating on weight reduction across a variety of key components, SPORTEC’s technicians have managed to reduce the weight of the SPR1R by 50 kilograms, to a total of 1295 kilos.

This development makes the SPR1R one of the lightest supercars on the market (a Bugatti Veyron weighs 1990 kilos for comparison) and enhances the SPR1R’s power to weight ratio to a staggering 655 bhp per ton.

In addition, SPORTEC has added a driver adjustable traction control system, managed via a touch screen mounted in the centre console. This unit also doubles as a vehicle data logger and lap timer, which also allows owners to monitor key engine data in real time.

These combined improvements have yielded considerable performance benefits. While the 0-62mph (100kmh) time is unchanged at 3.0 seconds, the 300 kmh (186mph) increment arrives 0.9 seconds quicker than previously, highlighting the effectiveness of the changes. The quoted top speed of more than 236mph remains unaltered

Available in a choice of colours, the SPR1R boasts a number of exclusive SPORTEC styling and interior touches, including lightweight 20 inch forged alloy wheels, a carbon fibre rear wing and leather / alcantara interior.

Subtle, exclusive yet very useable and designed to deliver unrivalled performance, the 2010 SPR1R is designed to stay ahead of the supercar competition.

2010 MY SPORTEC SPR1R Technical Data

Engine type                  Six cylinder boxer engine
Displacement                3600cc
Bore/stroke                   100 x 76.4mm
Compression ratio         9.0:1
Power output                858PS  @ 8200rpm
Torque output               642lb.ft @ 4800rpm
Engine management     Bosch ME 7.8 SPORTEC MFC G4.0
Fuel quality                   98 RON unleaded
Idle speed                     820rpm
Max engine speed         1st gear             8700rpm

                                    2nd-5th gear         8500rpm

                                    6th gear             8200rpm

Emissions standard       Euro IV

Transmission

Six-speed manual, four wheel drive

Gear ratios:
1st                                             3.82
2nd                                            2.05
3rd                                             1.41
4th                                             1.12
5th                                             0.92
6th                                             0.75
Reverse gear                              2.86
Final drive ratio                           3.44
Speed at 1000rpm in 6th gear    30.76mph
Clutch disc diameter                    240mm

Chassis
Front axle                                 Light alloy links with McPherson struts, uniball top mounts
Rear axle                                  Multi link suspension, uniball top mounts
Steering                                    Electric power steering
Steering ratio                            1:16.9
Steering from lock to lock          2.98
Brakes                                      Front: 8 piston light alloy calliper
Rear: 4 piston light alloy calliper

Brake discs                               Front: Cross drilled and ventilated ceramic 380 x 34mm discs
Rear: Cross drilled and ventilated ceramic 322 x 28mm discs
Wheels                                     Front: 9J x 20 inch 30mm offset
Rear: 12.5J x 20 inch 40mm offset
Tyres                                        Front: 255/30 R20 92Y XL

                                                Rear: 345/25 R20 100Y

Weights

Kerb weight (DIN)*                     1295 KG
Front / rear weight distribution    40/60

*Depending on equipment 

Dimensions
Length                                      4467mm
Width                                        1878mm
Height                                       1275mm
Wheelbase                                2350mm
Track                            front:    1550mm

                                    Rear:    1564mm
Fuel capacity                            64 litres

Performance
Maximum speed                        Over 236mph (380kmh)
Acceleration:
0-100kmh (62 mph)                    3.0 seconds
0-200kmh (124mph)                   8.6 seconds
0-300kmh (186mph)                   18.9 seconds
Power to weight ratio                  655 bhp per ton
Bhp per litre                                238