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| Rezvani Beast | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Rezvani Motors |
| Production | 2015–present 1 unit per 1-3 months |
| Assembly | Santa Ana, California |
| Designer | Samir Sadikhov |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 0-door speedster 2-door targa 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Transverse mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Ariel Atom Lotus Elise[citation needed] |
| Doors | Sidewinder (Beast Alpha, X, X Blackbird) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | 6-speed Type R manual 6-speed sequential |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,345 mm (92.3 in) |
| Length | 4,145 mm (163.2 in) |
| Width | 1,981 mm (78.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 750 kg (1,650 lb) 755 kg (1,664 lb) |
The Rezvani Beast is a two-door sports car manufactured by Rezvani Motors. The car is based on the Ariel Atom and the Lotus Elise (for the Beast Alpha X Blackbird) sports cars, utilizing them as its chassis. Prices can range from US$95,000 to US$325,000.
The Rezvani Beast is the base model in the lineup. However, it is more expensive than its Targa variant, with an average cost of US$159,000. Because of the car's presence as a convertible, the car has been dubbed the "Rezvani Beast Speedster." [1] [1] The Beast was designed by Azerbaijani designer Samir Sadikhov. [2]
The Beast contains a 2.4-liter supercharged I4 with a dual overhead camshaft and intercooler, producing 300 hp (224 kW; 304 PS).[citation needed] This power is delivered to the rear wheels by a 6-speed manual transmission, which is the only transmission available for the model. This car contains a chromoly tubular chassis and a dual-layer carbon fiber body without doors. The underpinnings are from an Ariel Atom. [4] [3] The wheels are made entirely from forged aluminum.
A 500 hp (373 kW; 507 PS) version of the Beast came out later. The car is the same as the older Beast, with a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) of 2.9 seconds, but the only difference is that the car is more powerful. [4] The car's weight is 750 kg (1,653 lb), resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 666.6 hp (497.1 kW; 675.8 PS) per tonne.[5]
The design for the base model of the Beast was built in a year. The Beast also has the original Ariel Atom brake calipers and discs installed and has a custom horn. Because the car is a convertible, it had to have waterproof leather installed. [3]
The Beast Alpha is essentially a coupe version of the Beast. The car debuted at a Rezvani keynote in 2016. [6] Even though the Alpha is not a base model, it is cheaper than its Speedster counterpart at US$95,000 due to price drops after its debut. It was originally worth US$200,000. [7] This price drop began in 2018. [8]
The car includes what Rezvani calls "Sidewinder" doors, which are doors that pop to the side and slide forward. [10[9] This is the only beast to have these doors. However, this is not standard; it is a US$10,000 option. [10]
The car has a new 2.4-liter turbocharged I4 tuned by Cosworth, which pushes out 500 hp (373 kW; 507 PS)[11] The car's 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) acceleration time is slower than the regular Beast, at 3.5 seconds. The Alpha's top speed is 175 mph (282 km/h)[12] The car's power is sent to the rear wheels by a 6-speed manual.[11] Instead of a chromoly chassis, the chassis is aluminum. [11] The car's weight is slightly heavier, at 755 kg (1,664 lb), which makes the car's power-to-weight ratio lower, at 662.3 hp (493.9 kW; 671.5 PS) per ton. This is due to the addition of new features. These include air conditioning, driver-selectable traction control, airbags, a roof (Targa style; removable), climate control, and functional doors.
The name "Alpha" slightly resembles this lower specification rating because of its usage in early models before their final product.
The car's options are very costly. [13] For example, a 6-speed semi-automatic with paddle shifters is available for US$15,000, and the "Sidewinder" doors average US$10,000. [10]
The Beast X is the most powerful variant of the Beast, priced at US$159,000 to US$270,000. The prices differ because there are two variants: one for the Beast and another for the Beast Alpha. [14]
Only five of these cars will be produced. The convertible X contains the 2.5-liter Cosworth I4, which is turbocharged this time by a pair of Borg Warners. This pushes out 700 hp (522 kW; 710 PS). Combined with a curb weight of 750 kg (1,653 lb), the car has a power-to-weight ratio of 933.3 hp (696.0 kW; 946.2 PS) per ton. The car's design has been slightly changed for aerodynamic purposes. There are new aero gaps and fender grilles, as well as a new split spoiler that is reminiscent of the Pagani Zonda C12.The front and rear have been revised to add extra downforce, along with the gaps, grilles, and spoiler. [15] This power is sent to the rear wheels by a 6-speed manual transmission, with a semi-automatic as an option for the X. The car has a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) time of 2.5 seconds. [16]
The coupe version of the X has the same 2.5-liter turbocharged Cosworth I4, but only makes 525 hp (391 kW; 532 PS). However, no aerodynamic pieces are added, and the design is essentially the same as the Beast Alpha.The weight is the same as the Beast and Beast X, at 750 kg (1,653 lb). The power-to-weight ratio is 700 hp (520 kW; 710 PS) per ton. The power is delivered by a 6-speed manual transmission. The body is made of carbon fiber. [17]
The most extreme version of the Beast Alpha, dubbed the Beast Alpha X Blackbird, was launched in 2018. The car has a carbon fiber body, sidewinder doors, which are a signature feature of the Beast Alpha, and a 2.5-liter turbocharged Inline-4 engine developed in collaboration with Cosworth that produces 700 hp (710 PS; 522 kW).Power is transferred to the rear wheels through a 6-speed manual transmission, while a sequential manual transmission is available as an option. The weight has also been reduced to 2,150 lb (975 kg). Due to the upgrades, the car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds. The comfort of the occupants is also taken into consideration, and features such as power windows, air conditioning, a central locking system, and an infotainment system are included as standard. The car is available at a base price of US$325,000. [18]
Jay Leno featured a review of the Rezvani Beast on his YouTube channel. Overall, the car received a positive reception from him. [3]
Jeff Glucker from the YouTube channel The Hooniverse reviewed the Rezvani Beast. He mentioned the car had a very well-made platform (the Ariel Atom), a good engine, good suspension, and nice looks. Forward visibility was well done, but the side mirrors weren't very practical. The car was already difficult to drive, but Glucker mentioned that Rezvani had slightly altered the wheelbase to give it better stability. The removable steering made it much easier to get in and out of the car.The suspension was amazing, and the grip was very good thanks to the width and stickiness. The transmission shifter was also well done, the clutch felt quick, and the pedals were good. Glucker also mentioned that the car felt very raw because of the absence of power steering. [19]
Matt Farah reviewed a beast and drove it down the Ortega Highway of California State Route 74. [1] He mentioned that the car`s steering is very tight, making it feel like a Le Mans prototype or a Formula One car, which made it difficult to manage around roads. He also mentioned that the gas pedal was heavy to push and that steering without power assist and having large tires made steering harder. He then stated that the braking wasn't too stable, the car felt like an actual race car and not a road car that fulfills the race car feel, and the turning radius was a bit bad. Farah thought the car was also overly sensitive. Because of these downsides when driving, he stated that professional drivers are able to take the struggles, but not so much for amateurs. It also made him afraid to push further. He did mention that the styling was beautiful, it was quick, and the supercharger made the car sound good, on the positive side. Overall, Farah said that the car was not worth $159,900, but he was happy it existed because of how cool and unique it is. [1]
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