Donkervoort D8 GTO breaks lap record at Bilster Berg Drive Resort
The Donkervoort D8 GTO set a new lap record for street-legal production cars at Germany's Bilster Berg circuit with a time of 1:46.12.
- 1:46.12
- 2.8 seconds
- 695 kg
What Happened
Last weekend the Donkervoort D8 GTO Performance version broke the lap record at the German Bilster Berg circuit. The car, weighing only 695 kg and accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, is powered by a 380 hp Audi engine.
1:46.12minutes:seconds
Set by Denis Donkervoort at Bilster Berg Drive Resort in wet conditions on street-homologated tyres.
Two drivers attempted the record; Maik Rosenberg first broke it with 1:47.4 before Denis Donkervoort improved to 1:46.12. The previous record remains undisclosed.
Why this matters
The record demonstrates the D8 GTO's exceptional speed and handling on a demanding track, highlighting its potential in future motorsport.
Terms in This Story
- Street-legal production car
- A production car that meets legal requirements for use on public roads.
- Street-homologated tyres
- Tires that are approved for use on public roads.
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