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Felino cB7 6.2 V8 (430 Hp)
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Felino cB7:
The Felino cB7 is a Canadian sports car produced by automotive company Felino Cars. The car was in development for a total of seven years before its official production in 2016.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2014 Montreal International Auto Show.
Before its production start, the car was in development for seven years. The car was designed by Canadian racing driver Antoine Bessette.
The car started with a design blueprint to confirm its design. A year later in 2009, the car's main frame was built, which had a lightweight tubular frame, and was wrapped with composite and carbon fiber elements. The first cB7 prototype was being built in 2010, and was completed in 2011. Testing was being done in the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve track. A second prototype was built, with a larger engine and body. In 2014, an unveiling of the prototype was made in the Montreal International Auto Show. This was the same year the development of the car was in near completion. The car was officially sold in 2016....(Read more on Wikipedia)
cB7 Overview:
Felino cB7 (cB7). With 575 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Felino cB7 is a low-volume, high-performance vehicle and has not undergone Euro NCAP safety testing. Its primary focus is on performance and driver engagement rather than mainstream safety ratings.
6.2 V8 (430 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong performance for an entry-level supercar, providing a thrilling experience without being overly intimidating.
Fuel Economy
While still poor, it might be marginally better than the larger V8s, but fuel efficiency is not a priority.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating raw performance and driving dynamics
- • Exclusive and unique design
- • Lightweight construction enhances agility
- • Powerful naturally aspirated V8 engines
Cons:
- • Limited practicality and comfort for daily use
- • High running costs and fuel consumption
- • Lack of advanced driver-assistance systems
- • Limited dealer network and parts availability
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Felino |
| Model: | cB7 |
| Generation: | cB7 |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.2 V8 (430 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 430 Hp @ 6300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 69.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 575 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 6162 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 103.25 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.7:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6600 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.7 kg/Hp, 367.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2 kg/Nm, 491.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4191 mm mm |
| Width: | 1930 mm mm |
| Height: | 1143 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2451 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 245/40 R18; 315/30 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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