

The engine's peak torque of 546lb ft is, not surprisingly, delivered lower down the rev range, at 7000rpm. That's boosted to 663lb ft at 6000rpm by the hybrid system, which is a Formula 1 KERS-style boost system developed by two main technical partners; Integral Powertrain Ltd, who supplied the bespoke electric motor, and Rimac for the lightweight hybrid battery system. The battery pack itself also includes all relevant sub-systems and carries the vehicle’s power electronics, and the electric motor also aids the mechanical performance of the gearbox. In the same spirit of integral engineering, both the engine and gearbox casing act as stressed members of the Valkyrie's structure, with the gearbox providing rear suspension mounting points, eliminating the need for an additional rear subframe.

Vice president & Special Vehicle Operations officer, David King said, “Aston Martin Valkyrie is set to be the ultimate hypercar in the automotive world and these performance figures underline that statement. Red Bull Advanced Technologies, Cosworth, Rimac and Integral Powertrain Ltd. have been fantastic partners in the development of this powertrain, ensuring that we have already created a hybrid system that is emissions-compliant and ready to begin fitting to our first physical prototypes. I am, as I’m sure the rest of the world is, incredibly excited to see and hear the first of these cars on track.”
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