This is why the world’s most powerful 3,000 HP Chaos supercar is worth $14 million

2021-11-16 19:53:19 By : Ms. Daisy Zhang

3000-HP seems a bit overkill, but that's not why this car is worth so much money.

A new super sports car has been unveiled.

In short, the specifications and figures are indeed out of this world. The value of each of these different specifications is truly astronomical, belonging to a whole new dimension of performance. It is said that Chaos has more than 3,000 horsepower. If it is true, it will humiliate the best of modern supercars.

The rough, jagged lines and smooth, sexy silver appearance are more like interstellar attack vehicles in science fiction movies than traditional rail cars.

The aggressive posture and performance pay tribute to the huge monster heritage in Greek mythology, revealing that this latest supercar was indeed made in Greece. This menacing monster is aptly named Chaos and was founded by Spyros Panopoulos Automotive in 2019 and created by Spyros Panopoulos.

Let us continue to study the Spyros Panopoulos Automotive Chaos supercar and marvel at its specifications because it brings a new dimension of performance.

Power is the name of the game. The design of chaos has only one purpose, only one purpose; power and many.

Chaos has two different configurations: earth version and zero gravity version. Fundamentally, both will be equipped with a very similar twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V10, but the specific composition of the power plant and the accompanying performance are completely different. The Earth version of the 4.0-liter V10 engine uses a billet aluminum engine block, titanium connecting rods and titanium pistons, with two 68 mm carbon turbochargers. This "basic" setting produces 2,048 HP and 1024 lb-ft of torque, allowing extremely fast 0-60 MPH times in 1.9 seconds and 8.1 quarter mile. Power will be transmitted to all four wheels (36-65 divisions) through an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Now that you are bored with these specifications and can't understand the performance of this beast, let's look at the zero-gravity version of Chaos, which takes things to a whole new level.

The zero-gravity version has almost the same power unit, gearbox and all-wheel drive, but its engine is made of completely different components, which can greatly increase power and reduce weight, thus bringing a whole new world of performance. The 4.0-liter engine block is made of magnesium alloy, with carbon fiber connecting rods and pistons side by side with two 78 mm carbon turbochargers. These changes increase the red line to 12,000 rpm, power to 3,064 HP, and torque value to 1,462 lb-ft. It is undeniable that there will be some form of hybrid assist system to help reach 3,000 horsepower, but its details and specifications have not yet been made public.

The weight has dropped from the standard 2839 pounds for the Earth version to 2804 pounds, and the acceleration data has also increased significantly. It takes only 1.55 seconds to reach 60 MPH from a standstill, and a quarter mile will be completed in 7.5 seconds. From this perspective, the fastest quarter mile recorded so far was completed by Rimac Nevera in 8.582 seconds, which is a full second slower than the zero-gravity version of Chaos promised.

In addition, according to Motor1, Chaos will try to break any existing speed records, with the goal being the fastest lap of the Porsche Hybrid 919 EVO at the Nürburgring, especially the highest speed set so far. However, testing will prove how many of these records will be broken.

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One of the biggest reasons Chaos has astronomical performance is its advanced design and the use of cutting-edge materials.

The vast majority (78%) of car chassis are 3D printed, rather than traditional methods such as casting, forging or welding. In addition, the main material used in cars is Zylon, which is an advanced man-made fiber that is stronger and lighter than carbon fiber. This material is currently used in aviation construction and F1 racing. The chassis of the car adopts a hard shell layout, and various titanium/magnesium alloys, carbon fiber and Kevlar complement Zylon to maximize strength while reducing weight. In addition, the roof will be made of an amorphous metal called SAM2X5-630, which has the highest elastic limit of any material, but still remains rigid. This in turn promotes aerodynamics, because the material is flexible enough to adapt to pressure differences due to extremely high speeds.

Wheels, hubs, rotor hubs and wishbone suspensions are also 3D printed, using titanium or magnesium composites in the Earth version. The zero-gravity version maintains the same settings, but increases the size of the carbon-ceramic ventilated and cross-drilled disc brakes from 422 mm at the front to 452 mm, and increases the 416 mm at the rear to 426 mm. This provides Chaos with crazy braking power, allowing the driver to handle every final force.

Finally, the exhaust tips, intake and exhaust manifolds use carbon fiber or Inconel (another super alloy) to reduce weight while coping with extreme forces and heat.

So, with all these advanced features and higher levels of performance, what else needs to be considered?

The first thing to note is that although the car has been exposed, the track test has not yet been completed, and the existing information is based on virtual tests. However, the Greek City Times stated that the car will be tested on the British TV show TopGear, which means it may provide real information faster than expected.

In addition, the price tag is another key factor to consider. The retail price of the zero-gravity version is 14.4 million U.S. dollars, while the retail price of the earth version is relatively cheap, 6.4 million U.S. dollars. However, if the test verifies the quoted specifications, these price tags may be perfectly reasonable.

Source: HotCars, SPAutomotive, GreekCityTimes, DriveTribe, Motor1 and TopSpeed

CHAOS will be equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V10 with a power of up to 3,000 horsepower, manufactured with NASA and F1 technology.

Samuel is a political student, guitarist and car enthusiast in Melbourne, Australia. His favorite cars are classic muscle cars from the 60s and 70s, and he is more and more interested in JDM cars.