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Posted on 07.8.2008 09:47 by Simona Alina
Filed under: | Supercars / Exotic cars | roadster | Veritas RS III

Vermot AG revealed today a video of the Veritas RS III. The Veritas RS III, the modern version of the first German Formula 1 racing car, leaves you in no doubt about its heritage thanks to its impressive design, perfect engineering and incomparable responses.

The top version is powered by a BMW 5.0-liter V10 that delivers 600hp. This version makes the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.2 seconds and hits a top speed of 215 mph. The base version is powered by a BMW 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers 480hp. The engine is mated by a manual transmission. It makes the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.6s and hits a top speed 204 mph.

Full specifications after the jump.

Engine: BMW 5,0l, V8, manual transmission (V10, automatic transmission)
Displacement 4999 cm³
Power: 480 PS (600 PS)
V-max: 329 km/h (347 km/h)
Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 3,6 s (3,2 s)
L x B x H: 4990 x 1974 x 974 mm
Weight: 1080 kg (1170 kg)
Wheelbase: 2840 mm
Chassis: Tubular framework
Body: Carbon-Kevlar
Differential: BMW with the option of various ratios and locks
Suspension: Independent with Öhlins shock-absorber components
Tyres / wheels: Brabham RS, 10,5 x 20 285/30-20, 12,5 x 20 335/25-20
Brakes: TRW Racing, front: 6-piston, 380mm, rear: 4-piston, 355mm
Exhaust: Stainless steel manifolds, metal sport catalysers, stainless exhaust system with flap control
Interior appointments: Nappa leather bucket seats, harness belt