The Caparo T1 is the first series of production car ever to break through the 1,000 horsepower per ton barrier, which features an amazing 1,045 horsepower per ton power to weight ratio. This has been achieved by installing a hand-built 3.5L Caparo V8 engine, which produces 575 horsepower (425kW) at 10,500rpm and 420Nm (310lbft) at 9,000rpm, into an extremely lightweight body and chassis constructed of advanced composite materials and weighing just 550kg. The end result is a 0-60mph time of less than 2.5 seconds and the ability to reach 100mph within five seconds. Braking performance is no less impressive for the Caparo T1 with 100mph to standstill being delivered in 3.5 seconds. This means the Caparo T1 is lighter and faster even than a race-winning Le Mans sports car..




