Gumpert Apollo

The Apollo is a creation of Roland Gumpert, former head of the department dedicated to racing at Audi, very successful indeed. This car was developed exclusively for use in sports racing tracks, but sold to the public and is roadworthy on the street legally in its standard condition. The sporty character of Apollo is summarized in the following: has a twin turbo V8 engine that delivers 650 hp, it allows you to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 3 seconds and a top speed of 360 km / h. 

The car's official description says that "the challenge was to develop a unique design that combines the advanced aerodynamic requirements of a thoroughbred racing with the aesthetic form associated with a unique vehicle." It also explains that "sought to achieve the perfect synthesis of form and function without compromising one or the other."

Engineers performed several tests in the wind tunnel for aerodynamic capabilities improve Gumpert Apollo. Thanks to this development process that this sports car has performance and handling than that of many of its rivals. It also gives the whole its tubular chassis, apart from structural rigidity, protects the passengers.


As far as suspension is concerned, the Apollo is specially configured for the demands of handling race track. While the main objective is the maximum athletic performance, Apollo's official description says that the level of passenger comfort is outstanding, which is very rare in a sports car of such high flight.

With respect to the interior of the Gumpert Apollo, which is accessed through gullwing-type doors, the buyer can choose different combinations of materials.
This provides the possibility of providing within a more sporty or tending to elegance.

Technical specifications of the Gumpert Apollo
  • V8 biturbo
  • Displacement: 4,163 cm3
  • 5 valves per cylinder (40 valves)
  • Power: 650 hp
  • Transmission: six-speed sequential
  • RWD
  • Acceleration 0 to 100 km / h: 3 seconds
  • Maximum speed: 360 km / h
Dimensions Gumpert Apollo
  • Length: 4,460 mm
  • Width: 2,000 mm
  • Height: 1,240 mm
  • Tires: 255/35 front and 345/35 rear
  • Wheels: 19 inches




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