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Wiesmann returns with Project Thunderball, an all-electric roadster
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(Image credit: Wiesmann)
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
Models like the MF4 Roadster, introduced in 2010, had a fluid, vintage silhouette with up-to-the-minute detailing. From a distance, the cars evoked something iconic and British – a Jaguar XK, say, or an Austin-Healey.
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(Image credit: Wiesmann)
Engines were typically sourced from BMW’s ‘M’-division, giving the relatively light machines a massive amount of power to weight. In 2007, the brand even invested in a new factory, with a dramatic deconstructivist roof structure based on Wiesmann’s ‘Gecko’ logo.
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
Project Thunderball is the first salvo in the Wiesmann revival. The bold decision has been made to ditch M-power for good in favour of a pure electric drivetrain, instantly giving this tiny German company a claim to be first to market with an all-electric roadster.
Power is pushed through the rear wheels, with twin motors generating up to 680hp and 1100 Nm of torque, figures that should deliver an all-important 0-62 mph sprint time of 2.9 seconds.
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(Image credit: Wiesmann)
The retro-infused lines are still present and correct, albeit slightly tweaked and refined for the modern era. The body panels are crafted from carbon fibre – lightness is now even more important in the battery age – and the target weight is an impressive 1700kg, around about the same as a Nissan Leaf (and a ton or so lighter than an Audi e-tron).
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The company is pushing for a range of over 300 miles, although as ever with EVs, you’ll have to choose between pushing on and cruising calmly. Fast-charging architecture comes as standard.
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
These offer devastating performance at an eye-bleeding price, but neither have the light touch, effortless elegance and engagement with your surroundings that you get from an open car. With Project Thunderball, Wiesmann has given the retro design a delectable and acceptable twist.
The Project Thunderball is available to order now, from 300,000 Euros.
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
(Image credit: Wiesmann)
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