Engineering:AC 378 GT Zagato
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| AC 378 GT Zagato | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | AC Cars |
| Also called | Perana Z-One |
| Production | 2012 (Prototype) |
| Assembly | Hi-Tech Automotive, Gqeberha, South Africa |
| Designer | Zagato |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door fastback coupé |
| Layout | front engine, rear wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.2 L GM LS3 V8 |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,465 kg (3,230 lb) |
The AC 378 GT Zagato is a sports car designed by the Italian design company Zagato and built in South Africa by Hi-Tech Automotive. It was unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The design of the 378 GT was previewed in 2009 as the Perana Z-One,[1] and is now badged as an AC Cars product.[2] Sales are expected to commence by the end of 2012.[3]
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The car is powered by a 437 bhp (326 kW; 443 PS) 6.2 L V8 GM sourced engine found in the Chevrolet Camaro.[4] Weighing 1,465 kg (3,230 lb), the car has a 0-100 kph acceleration time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of around 298 kph.[5] The car does not feature any electronic driver aids.
The car was priced at around €109,990 for the coupe version.[6]
References
- ↑ Pollard, Tim (6 March 2012). "AC 378 GT Zagato supercar at 2012 Geneva". Car Magazine. http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/AC-378-GT-Zagato-supercar-at-2012-Geneva-motor-show/. Retrieved 4 July 2012.
- ↑ Adams, Jesse (22 March 2012). "High Tech and AC revive Perana Z-One". IOL Motoring. http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/high-tech-and-ac-revive-perana-z-one-1.1261643#.T_RV9BxvZ5d. Retrieved 4 July 2012.
- ↑ Rosamund, Chris (28 May 2012). "Fresh start for AC Cars". The Telegraph. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/classiccars/9272536/Fresh-start-for-AC-Cars.html. Retrieved 4 July 2012.
- ↑ Rendell, Julian (29 June 2012). "AC Cars makes UK comeback at Goodwood". Autocar. http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/goodwood-festival-speed-2012/ac-cars-makes-uk-comeback-goodwood. Retrieved 4 July 2012.
- ↑ "AC 378 GT Zagato specs, 0-60, performance data" (in en-US). https://fastestlaps.com/models/ac-378-gt-zagato.
- ↑ "2012 AC 378 GT Zagato @ Top Speed" (in en). 2012-03-09. https://www.topspeed.com/cars/ac-cars/2012-ac-378-gt-zagato-ar126048.html.
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