2011 McLaren MP4-12C

It was a daunting task for McLaren to meet or exceed expectations when designing the successor to one of the greatest cars of this era, the F1. Formula 1 inspired engineering has led to the development of the mid-mounted bespoke V8 engine that will produce 600bhp from 3.8 twin-turbocharged liters. A pre-cog transmission function helps prime the gearbox for an impending shift, leading to shift times to rival F1 cars. The chassis architecture that they speak of comes in the form of a 176lb one-piece chassis, a racing-derived piece dubbed the Carbon MonoCell. Expect the MP4-12C to debut in 2011, with its sights set against the Ferrari 458 and Lamborghini Gallardo.

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