{"id":886514,"date":"2025-04-01T06:34:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T06:34:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=886514"},"modified":"2025-04-01T06:34:09","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T06:34:09","slug":"aston-martin-valkyrie-sets-new-lap-record-on-top-gear-test-track","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/aston-martin-valkyrie-sets-new-lap-record-on-top-gear-test-track\/","title":{"rendered":"Aston Martin Valkyrie Sets New Lap Record on Top Gear Test Track"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Valkyrie<\/a> is Aston Martin\u2019s ultimate F1-inspired hypercar, designed by Adrian Newey. At its heart lies a 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 that revs to an astonishing 11,000 RPM, supplemented by an electric motor for a combined 1,139 bhp\u2014all in a car weighing just 1,270 kg.<\/p>\n

On the road, the Valkyrie is an extreme machine\u2014minimalist interior, ear-defender-worthy noise, and a ride that demands full attention. But on the track, its aerodynamics shine, generating 1,000 kg of downforce at 137 mph, keeping it glued to the tarmac, especially in high-speed corners.<\/p>\n

The Valkyrie lived up to its reputation and the Stig set a fantastic time on the Top Gear track with 1:09.6. It was only good enough for seventh place overall, but the Aston is now only outclassed by cars that are not roadworthy. The Valkyrie beat the Koenigsegg Jesko Attack<\/a> by 1.3 seconds to become the fastest road car on the Top Gear<\/a> circuit.<\/p>\n

But many are wondering how the Aston Martin Valkyrie would fare on the iconic N\u00fcrburgring? Especially compared to the current record holder, the Mercedes-AMG One. Perhaps we\u2019ll find out soon.<\/p>\n