January 2007 will mark the return of the legendary Duesenberg brand in the United States, with the launch of a new four-seater called the Torpedo Coupe. The company says the automobile will be built around “revolutionary new power plant” known as the CEM. The engine is air-cooled and self lubricating, forced-air inducted (supercharged), 12 cylinder, double ended, ported, multi-fueled, four-stroke engine with a calculated 70 MPG and 300 horsepower from an economical 100 pound package measuring 18 inches in diameter and 24 inches in length. Duesenberg last made cars in 1937. At the time, its vehicles were among the fastest on the road. The Leftlane Perspective: If Duesenberg can return from a 70 year hiatus and build one of the most revolutionary cars on the road, it will be a proud day for America’s auto industry. (click the image for an enlarged view)
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12/21, 10:19 AM
posted by:
Gandhi
Is that a typo? 70 mpg from a 12-cylinder engine. And who is actually making this car? What is the name of the company? Deusenberg? Who are the financial backers?
12/21, 10:27 AM
posted by:
ben
it’s true. they are touting 70mpg http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=12745
12/21, 12:07 PM
posted by:
drew
This is great to hear. America needs an ultra-lux brand to regain its standing in the high-end market.
01/20, 12:25 AM
posted by:
steve bertram
its on a mercedes chassis, so my guess is that duesenberg is now property of daimlerchrysler, which isnt a bad thing.