The world’s fastest dragonfly: 0-60 in 2.5 seconds
It’s not really a dragonfly, but I think it looks like one — it’s the 2009 Shelby Ultimate Aero EV. According to Shelby SuperCars, it’s the world’s fastest production car.
SSC will display its AESP in the Ultimate Aero EV in order to prove that electric-powered vehicles will not only match but also provide more linear power (electric motors have 100% torque at 0 RPM) and overall performance than internal combustion cars. The Ultimate Aero EV utilizes a twin motor AESP producing an astounding 1,000 HP and 800 lb-ft of torque enabling it to rocket to 60 mph in a mere 2.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 208 mph.
AESP is Shelby’s All-Electric Scalable Powertrain. The release continues,
SSC expects to roll out its first full-scale, pre-production Ultimate Aero EV in second quarter 2009. Ultimate Aero EV deliveries will start as early as fourth quarter 2009.
Dang! I want one!