Donkervoort P24 RS Unveiled: 600hp, 780kg, Selectable Power Outputs
Donkervoort has unveiled the P24 RS, a 780-kg supercar with a twin-turbo V6 engine that can be set to 400, 500, or 600 hp.
- 780 kg
- 600 hp
- 770 hp/tonne
What Happened
The Donkervoort P24 RS is a lightweight supercar weighing just 780 kg, powered by a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine that offers three selectable power outputs: 400, 500, or 600 hp. It achieves a power-to-weight ratio of 770 hp per tonne and can accelerate from 0 to 200 km/h in 7.4 seconds. Limited to 150 units, the P24 RS emphasizes driver engagement with minimal electronic interference.
770 hp/tonnehp/tonne
Achieved with a dry weight of 780 kg and 600 hp engine.
- Ball-bearing billet turbochargers from Van der Lee for instant throttle response
- 3D-printed exhaust manifolds and Conflux charge-air coolers
- Power To Choose (PTC) system allowing driver-selectable power levels
- Dry-sump lubrication lowering center of gravity by 6 cm
“The key to everything we do is about eliminating weight, minimising inertia and delivering unforgettable driving experiences.”
Why this matters
The P24 RS demonstrates that lightweight construction and driver engagement remain priorities in an era of heavy electric vehicles, offering an ultra-exclusive, customizable driving experience limited to 150 units.
Terms in This Story
- Ex-Core carbon-fibre
- A lightweight composite material used in structural components for strength and weight reduction.
- Dry-sump lubrication
- An engine oiling system that uses an external reservoir to reduce oil starvation under high cornering loads.
- Torsen limited-slip differential
- A mechanical differential that distributes torque to the wheel with more grip, improving traction.
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