[Auto/Moto] Gordon Murray T.33 (2024): info and photos of the new supercar

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An old-school supercar, without compromise. This is the program concocted by engineer Gordon Murray who signs his second model

 

Gordon Murray T.33 (2024) – The father of the legendary McLaren F1 does it again as a full-fledged constructor. After having revealed, in 2019, the impressive T.50  which should begin production this year, its little sister is pointing the tip of its muzzle with the firm intention of rolling out in small series, during 2024.

The long breath

If there was only one measurement to remember from the latest creation from Gordon Murray's workshops, it's this: 11,100 rpm, the maximum speed reached by the naturally aspirated 3.9-litre V12. developed by the wizard Cosworth . Powerful (615 hp) , but not very torquey (451 Nm) due to the absence of supercharging, this block will require to be whipped to draw all its quintessence, however leaving the choice to the 100 future owners to opt for a transmission 6-speed manual or automatic. But this is indeed the only favor that will be granted to them, the Englishwoman being satisfied with the rear wheels to drive , although embellished with a limited slip differentialto optimize cornering.

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The efficiency of the Gordon Murray T.33, in terms of road holding, is also due to its architecture worthy of a competition vehicle. The chassis is made of a carbon fiber monocoque while the rear suspension is mounted directly on the transmission housing, benefiting both rigidity and responsiveness. The pilot will however have to deal with a hydraulic power steering , less precise than the recent electric systems, but devilishly more generous in sensations.

Two chairs and four wheels

Undeniably, the British supercar focuses on pure driving pleasure, caring little about the lap times it is capable of. The official voice does not mention it, probably to better fantasize them when we learn that the T.33 only weighs 1,100 kg on the scale. A real feat when it comes to a sport still using an ancient 12-cylinder V. Just take a look at its interior, devoid of GPS screen , to be convinced. A steering wheel, a gear lever and an analogue tachometer characterize this stripped-down environment, although treated with great care in the finish.. For weekend trips, the front boot is complemented by two side storage spaces located in the rear quarter panels.

ground effect

Finally, the aerodynamics particularly occupied the engineers house, in spite of the disappearance of the ventilators released at the back of the T.50 to improve the ground effect by forcing the aspiration of air. Its little sister is essentially content with an active rear wing to claim 30% more aero efficiency, compared to a sports car that would do without this technology.

Price Gordon Murray T.33

Limited to a hundred copies , the Gordon Murray T.33 will probably not be long in filling its order book, if it is not already full, despite the £1,370,000 claimed excluding VAT, i.e. more than 1,600 000 €.