The 2013 Hennessey Venom GT2 will get a significant power hike to 1500 hp plus some design changes in the body. While the 2012 Venom GT with its twin-turbo aluminum V8 engine
produces 1200 hp (895 kW), the 2013MY will be powered by a 7.0-liter
twin-turbo V8 with 1500 hp (1118 kW). The engine will be connected to a
6-speed Ricardo manual or a new 7-speed paddle shift transmission. Although performance figures have not been revealed, the new model
should be quicker thanks to its better power-to-weight ratio (more than 1
hp / kg). As a reminder, the 2012 Venom GT weighs 1,220 kg (2,685 lbs)
and needs 2.2 seconds to reach 62 mph (100 km/h), on its way to a top
speed of 272 mph (440 km/h). It will borrow the same carbon fiber body with its active rear wing
that provides extra down force. Hennessey will perform some changes to
the doors which will get a new design with dihedral hinges, while the
double bubble roof will offer additional headroom. But perhaps the most
noticeable styling change includes getting rid of the Lotus headlamps in
favor of a more original design. Also found at the front end is an
exposed carbon fiber front air damn section, new hood with the center
arch removed and new side mirrors.
