The unveiling of the Pininfarina Battista in Saudi Arabia left an indelible mark on the automotive world, as this groundbreaking electric hypercar set an astonishing five new world records. Four of these records are related to acceleration times, all achieved on the iconic Dubai Autodrome racetrack. With unprecedented speed and performance, the Pininfarina Battista has redefined the boundaries of what’s possible in the realm of electric supercars.
Exhilarating Acceleration
The Pininfarina Battista’s acceleration capabilities are a true testament to its exceptional engineering. In the blink of an eye, it achieves a 0-60 mph (96 km/h) sprint in just 1.79 seconds, accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 1.86 seconds, hits 0-120 mph (193 km/h) in a mere 4.49 seconds, and reaches 0-200 km/h in an astonishing 4.75 seconds. This “speed machine†outpaces even Formula 1 race cars in terms of acceleration.
The Pininfarina Battista stands as the pinnacle of electric hypercar design, hailing from the famed Italian design and customization house, Pininfarina. With a legacy dating back to the early days of the automotive industry, Pininfarina is renowned for its timeless design language. Notably, Pininfarina has also contributed its design expertise to vehicles for VinFast.
Unprecedented Braking
The Battista’s excellence doesn’t stop at acceleration; it also shatters records when it comes to braking from these high speeds. The electric supercar established a new record for the shortest braking distance from 100-0 km/h among commercially produced electric vehicles, requiring only 31 meters to come to a complete stop.
Surpassing Rivals
With its remarkable performance metrics, the Pininfarina Battista managed to surpass the acceleration record set by another electric car, the Rimac Nevera. The Battista’s feat of reaching 0-60 mph in 1.79 seconds surpassed the Nevera’s record of 1.9 seconds achieved in August of the previous year.
Unrivaled Performance
The Battista boasts some of the most impressive specifications in the global automotive arena. Its powerplant churns out a staggering 1,877 horsepower and a torque of 2,300 Nm. This immense power allows the Battista to achieve a top speed of 350 km/h. Moreover, its 120 kWh battery pack provides a remarkable range of over 500 km on a full charge.
Exclusivity and Price
Limited to a production run of just 150 units, the Pininfarina Battista is a true collector’s dream. However, exclusivity comes with a price tag, and the Battista is no exception, with a starting price that doesn’t fall below $2.25 million USD per unit.
Conclusion
The Pininfarina Battista’s meteoric rise to fame has been cemented with its unprecedented achievements and world records. As a testament to engineering innovation, the Battista has rewritten the rules of electric hypercars, combining breathtaking acceleration with striking design and exceptional range. With a limited production run and a price tag to match its exclusivity, the Pininfarina Battista stands as an embodiment of automotive excellence and a beacon of what’s possible in the electric future of high-performance automobiles.
