The 2018 BMW i8 Coupe is a futuristic plug-in hybrid sports car that blends electrified efficiency with performance-car flair. It features a 1.5 L turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine powering the rear wheels and an electric motor driving the front wheels for a combined output around 275 kW (≈374 hp) and ≈570 Nm of torque.
Key highlights:
• Powertrain: Plug-in hybrid (petrol + electric) with all-wheel drive.
• Performance:~4.4 s 0-100 km/h, top speed 250 km/h (electronically limited).
• Electric range: Around 50–55 km on a full charge (NEDC).
• Efficiency: Very low combined fuel consumption (~1.8–2.1 L/100 km) and low CO₂ emissions thanks to hybrid tech.
• Design & layout: Striking aerodynamic body with butterfly doors, 2+2 seating, and lightweight construction.
The 488 Pista elevates the standard 488 platform into a track-oriented special series supercar with greater power, reduced mass, enhanced aerodynamics, and Ferrari’s race-derived technology throughout.
Key highlights:
• Powertrain: Mid-engine, 3.9 L twin-turbocharged V8 producing 720 hp and 770 Nm of torque, Ferrari’s most powerful V8 road engine at the time with extensive racing-derived components.
• Performance: 0–100 km/h in ~2.85 s and a top speed over 340 km/h, with blistering acceleration and razor-sharp throttle response.
• Lightweight & Chassis: Substantially lighter than the standard 488 GTB thanks to carbon-fiber bodywork, titanium parts, and track-oriented engineering, boosting agility and handling.
• Aerodynamics & Handling: Advanced aero including Formula 1-derived S-Duct, redesigned front and rear diffusers, and optimized cooling for significantly increased downforce and high-speed stability.
• Design & layout: Aggressive, track-focused exterior with rear-wheel drive, 2-seater coupe layout, and performance-tuned electronics (E-Diff3, F1-Trac, SSC) for precision driving dynamics.
The Countach LPI 800-4 revives a legendary nameplate with modern hybrid performance, extreme speed, and exclusivity — celebrating 50 years of the Countach legacy with a futuristic twist.
Key highlights:
• Powertrain: Mid-engine 6.5 L V12 with a 48 V hybrid electric assist (supercapacitor-based), producing a combined ~814 hp (599 kW) and ~720 Nm of torque — blending classic Lamborghini V12 character with modern electrified boost.
• Performance: 0–100 km/h in ~2.8 s with a top speed around 355 km/h (221 mph), making it one of the fastest Countach variants ever.
• Drivetrain & Dynamics: Electronically controlled all-wheel drive (Haldex Gen IV) with a 7-speed ISR gearbox and advanced chassis tech including push-rod adaptive suspension and rear-wheel steering for enhanced agility and high-speed stability.
• Design & Heritage: A limited-series supercar (112 units) that reimagines the iconic Countach for the modern era, combining a carbon-fiber monocoque and bodywork with futuristic styling while paying homage to the original’s dramatic wedge shape and scissor doors.
• Layout & Focus: 2-seat, mid-engine layout with striking Lamborghini aesthetics, high-end materials, and cutting-edge aerodynamics that bridge classic supercar design with 21st-century performance.
The McLaren F1 remains one of the most celebrated supercars ever — a benchmark for raw performance, engineering purity, and driver-centric design.
Key highlights:
• Powertrain: Mid-engine 6.1 L naturally aspirated V12 (BMW-designed S70/2) producing about 627 hp and ~650 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive — a pure driver-focused setup with no hybrid assistance.
• Performance: 0–100 km/h in ~3.2–3.3 s and an astonishing top speed around 386 km/h (240 mph) — making it the fastest production car in the world at its time and for many years afterward.
• Lightweight & Chassis: Extremely light (~1,138 kg) carbon-fiber monocoque and bespoke engineering give it an exceptional power-to-weight ratio that’s legendary among supercars.
• Aerodynamics & Handling: Simple yet advanced for its era, with double-wishbone suspension and precise balance — focused on delivering extraordinary high-speed stability and driver engagement with minimal electronic aid.
• Design & layout: Iconic three-seat cockpit with the driver centered up front flanked by two passenger seats, lightweight butterfly doors, and purposeful supercar styling that still influences exotic cars today.
