2019 Ultima RS Has Up To 1,200 HP And Is Coming To Goodwood
Ultima has long been building some of the most remarkable kit cars ever, and has just unveiled its latest model. Dubbed the RS, it is set to be unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and, like Ultima models, will be sold in a number of configurations. The small car manufacturer has engineered the RS’ chassis to fit all current LT V8 engines from Chevrolet, starting with the 480 HP LT1. Should customers want even greater performance, they can opt for the 650 HP LT4 from the Z06, or the supercharged 6.2-liter LT5 used in the current ZR1 modified to deliver 800 HP. For the ultimate in performance, Ultima (natch) even offers a 1,200 HP upgrade pack for the LT5. You know, so that you can make LaFerraris eat your dust once the lights turn green… The RS tips the scales at a featherweight 930 kg (2050 lbs), depending on the powertrain and options selected. Hence, Ultima says the entry-level LT1-powered version can hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in 3.0 seconds, 100 mph (160 km/h) in just 6....