2001 Veritas RS3 Concept

-powered by a 6.0L BMW V12
-tubular chassis structure
-manufacturer claim of 350km/h

In 2001, a concept known as the Veritas RS3 was shown.[4] With some design cues taken from boats, in which Vermot explored the market at one time, it was well received. It used a BMW sourced 6.0 liter V-12, producing 670 horsepower (500 kW).

Richard Hammond drives the new Veritas, the car that looks less embarrassing than the Caterham. Includes The Stig’s speed lap in full.

Veritas RS3 Concept Images

In Detail

engine	BMW V12
displacement	6100 cc / 372.2 in³
power	500 kw / 670.5 bhp @ 6800 rpm
specific output	109.92 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	687.69 bhp per tonne
torque	760 nm / 560.5 ft lbs @ 4000 rpm
body / frame	Tubular Frame
driven wheels	RWD
front tires	265/30R20
rear tires	335/30R20
front brakes	6 Caliper Vented Discs
rear brakes	4 Caliper Vented Discs
front wheels	F 50.8 x 24.1 cm / 20.0 x 9.5 in
rear wheels	R 50.8 x 30.5 cm / 20.0 x 12.0 in
curb weight	975 kg / 2150 lbs
wheelbase	2840 mm / 111.8 in
length	4499 mm / 177.1 in
width	1974 mm / 77.7 in
height	974 mm / 38.3 in
transmission	6-Speed
top speed	~350 kph / 217.5 mph