2009 Lotec Sirius sketches released

German based manufacturer Lotec has released computer images of its 2009 Sirius model.  Targeted to compete with heavyweights such as the Bugatti Veyron and Koenigsegg CCX-R, these two main players are unlikely to be phased since Lotec may only build a few Sirius units a year.

Previously Lotec made a C1000 in 2003 which offered 854hp/ 636kW from a V8 engine and a 235mph/ 378km/h top speed. An Arab sheikh saw potential and brought out his cheque book to snap up the one and only unit.

Then the Sirius came along with its 850hp/ 633kW. At the time Lotec had even tested the car to 1200hp and a possible 400km/h (249 mph) top speed. Its 0 - 100 km/h (62 mph) claimed time was 3.8 seconds, 0 - 120mph (193 km/h) in 7.8 seconds and top speed of 242mph/ 389km/h.

Powering the little-known Sirius was a V12 Mercedes-Benz engine, similar to the one found in the Pagani Zonda. Lotec installed two turbos to boost power through the 255/35 ZR19 front and 345/30 a ZR19 rear Michelin Pilot Sports tyres.

Unfortunately, no further details about the 2009 Sirius have been released.