Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution is a $2.7 million circuit machine
Hennessey has unveiled a lightweight, high-downforce version of the Venom F5.
The new version is called the Venom F5 Revolution, and only 24 units will be built worldwide, starting at $2.7 million each.
It follows the original Venom F5 and the open-top Venom F5 Roadster, of which 24 and 30 units will be built respectively.
According to Hennessey, the Venom F5 Revolution has been specifically designed for ultimate performance on the race track, but is still capable enough to drive on public roads. Major changes include new aerodynamic elements for increased downforce, improved suspension, and a telemetry system for recording important circuit data.
Hennessey is still developing the car, but the goal is to reduce its weight by approximately 100 pounds compared to the 2,998-pound Venom F5. One of the weight reduction measures is to include lightweight carbon ceramic rotors as standard equipment.
Peak power is comparable to the 1,817 hp of the other Venom F5 variants, all produced by a twin-turbo 6.6-liter V-8. The mid-mounted engine sends power to the rear wheels via the same CIMA 7-speed single-clutch automated manual transmission as the other Venom F5 variants.
As for the suspension, Hennessey says it features new alignment settings and adjustable dampers that can be calibrated for different circuits with a simple tool. It also features new forged alloy wheels that increase the tire's ground contact area.
New aerodynamic elements include an extended front splitter, dive plane, extended rear diffuser, and full-width adjustable rear wing. A roof scoop also sends cooler air to the engine. Most of the elements help to significantly increase downforce. According to Hennessey, 800 pounds of downforce is generated at 186 mph and 1,400 pounds at 249 mph.
The Element also generates extra drag, Hennessy said, so the top speed is below 300 mph. The company estimates that the original Venom F5 tested at 271.6 mph and that this car will be capable of speeds in excess of 300 mph. The current land speed record for a production car is 282.9 mph, set in 2021 by rival American hypercar manufacturer SSC.
Although the Venom F5 Revolution's top speed record has been ruled out, Hennessey may be open to setting a lap record with this car. However, CEO and founder John Hennessey previously said that while lap records are not a priority, he would like to see the track-focused Venom F5 break the magic 7-minute Nürburgring lap time. He also said that extensive testing at prestigious circuits like the Nürburgring and Circuit of the Americas would be part of the development program.
A final important improvement is the addition of a telemetry system that records key metrics such as lap times, splits, and cornering force. The numbers are displayed in real time and can be downloaded for later analysis.
The Venom F5 Revolution will be available for order after its official debut at the Miami Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d'Elegance on January 15. Additional performance specs should also be announced after the debut.
