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Winston Lionheart V16
Manufacturer: Winston Motors
Nationality: British
First assembled: December 2211
Birthplace: Liverpool, England
Price: $800,000
Weight: 3,880 lbs
Engine: Naturally Aspirated 8.0L V16
HP: 1,222 hp
0-60: 3.3 seconds
Top Speed: 270 mph
"Vintage setup, modern technologies"
The 2213 Lionheart V16 is a revival of the once revered supercar built in the early 1900's. The 1913 Lionheart was built using many exotic materials and utilized various components that were ahead of its time, but most were parted out for the first world war effort. Engines were transplanted into tanks, aluminum panels were reshaped for airplane bodies, and frames were modified to carry anti-aircraft guns. Of the one hundred chassis planned only twelve bespoke units were built, and only two known surviving 1913 Lionhearts are confirmed to exist. One is in the hands of a private collector in Switzerland, while the other is the factory demonstration car used by Winston to sell the Lionheart to prospective buyers. Exactly 300 years later Winston has revived the nameplate and the same setup as the legendary 1913 vehicle for a limited production run.
The modern Lionheart rides on a carbon monocoque tub for rigidly and is attached with aluminum subframes for impact protection. The aluminum body of the Lionheart is hand formed by master craftsmen in Winston's factory, were it takes two weeks to complete a single shell. The showcase of the Lionheart is the transparent aluminium oxynitide hood that displays the entirety of the V16 and stretches from the front grill to the windscreen. The hood is a nod to the stained glass bonnets used on the original Lionhearts, and although a stained glass option is not available on the new model a thermal resistant smart-tint is applied that will duplicate the tint of the cabin glass. The Lionheart’s long overall length obtained itself the same nickname as its predecessor: “The rolling obelisk”.
The 2213 Lionheart draws its power from a massive aluminum V16 engine that displaces 8.0 liters. The engine is naturally aspirated allowing for a rapid response in acceleration any time the driver presses the gas pedal. With 1,222 horsepower available at a moment's notice the Lionheart will rampage to a top speed of 270 mph. Such power comes with a great cost because even with Winston's efficiency systems dialed to max the Lionheart will only yield 46 mpg. Winston opted not to equip the Lionheart with a government sanctioned Fuel Reduction System – instead leaving it as an option – as it would add unnecessary weight and rob from the experience. This omission results in a $10,000 annual operating fee for owners who continue to forgo the system.
Despite 300 years in technological advancements Winston's Lionheart has so much understeer – even at low speeds – that reviewers described the handling characteristics as a train without rails. Built primarily as a prestige road vehicle The V16 is a harrowing driving experience on narrow technical circuits; reviewers contintuously came close to putting the Lionheart into walls when maneuvering at higher speeds, but on tracks with enough room to maneuver the Lionheart truly shines. Race circuits are best left to other vehicles in Winston's catalogue, the V16 is best suited for cruising to prestigious events of the financially well off, well connected, or well known; and making its owner's presence known.
Winston Lionheart V16
Manufacturer: Winston Motors
Nationality: British
First assembled: December 2211
Birthplace: Liverpool, England
Price: $800,000
Weight: 3,880 lbs
Engine: Naturally Aspirated 8.0L V16
HP: 1,222 hp
0-60: 3.3 seconds
Top Speed: 270 mph
"Vintage setup, modern technologies"
The 2213 Lionheart V16 is a revival of the once revered supercar built in the early 1900's. The 1913 Lionheart was built using many exotic materials and utilized various components that were ahead of its time, but most were parted out for the first world war effort. Engines were transplanted into tanks, aluminum panels were reshaped for airplane bodies, and frames were modified to carry anti-aircraft guns. Of the one hundred chassis planned only twelve bespoke units were built, and only two known surviving 1913 Lionhearts are confirmed to exist. One is in the hands of a private collector in Switzerland, while the other is the factory demonstration car used by Winston to sell the Lionheart to prospective buyers. Exactly 300 years later Winston has revived the nameplate and the same setup as the legendary 1913 vehicle for a limited production run.
The modern Lionheart rides on a carbon monocoque tub for rigidly and is attached with aluminum subframes for impact protection. The aluminum body of the Lionheart is hand formed by master craftsmen in Winston's factory, were it takes two weeks to complete a single shell. The showcase of the Lionheart is the transparent aluminium oxynitide hood that displays the entirety of the V16 and stretches from the front grill to the windscreen. The hood is a nod to the stained glass bonnets used on the original Lionhearts, and although a stained glass option is not available on the new model a thermal resistant smart-tint is applied that will duplicate the tint of the cabin glass. The Lionheart’s long overall length obtained itself the same nickname as its predecessor: “The rolling obelisk”.
The 2213 Lionheart draws its power from a massive aluminum V16 engine that displaces 8.0 liters. The engine is naturally aspirated allowing for a rapid response in acceleration any time the driver presses the gas pedal. With 1,222 horsepower available at a moment's notice the Lionheart will rampage to a top speed of 270 mph. Such power comes with a great cost because even with Winston's efficiency systems dialed to max the Lionheart will only yield 46 mpg. Winston opted not to equip the Lionheart with a government sanctioned Fuel Reduction System – instead leaving it as an option – as it would add unnecessary weight and rob from the experience. This omission results in a $10,000 annual operating fee for owners who continue to forgo the system.
Despite 300 years in technological advancements Winston's Lionheart has so much understeer – even at low speeds – that reviewers described the handling characteristics as a train without rails. Built primarily as a prestige road vehicle The V16 is a harrowing driving experience on narrow technical circuits; reviewers contintuously came close to putting the Lionheart into walls when maneuvering at higher speeds, but on tracks with enough room to maneuver the Lionheart truly shines. Race circuits are best left to other vehicles in Winston's catalogue, the V16 is best suited for cruising to prestigious events of the financially well off, well connected, or well known; and making its owner's presence known.