2011 Spyker C8

Basic Specs

Base Price TBA
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3142
City (MPG) TBD
Hwy (MPG) TBD
Horsepower 400@TBD
Torque (lb-ft) 480@TBD
Wheelbase 107.0
Length (in.) 182.0
Width (in.) 77.0
Height (in.) 50.0

Spyker Models

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When it was founded in 2000, the Dutch firm Spyker borrowed its name from an early 20th century airplane engine manufacturer and quickly translated that history into the design language of its first supercar, the C8. The wheels, steering column, and switchgear all recall 1920s airplanes and help Spyker distinguish itself in a field of ultra-modern exotics. The C8 was introduced along with the founding of the new company and has seen minor refreshes ever since.

In its current incarnation, most versions of the C8 are powered by an Audi -made, 4.2-liter V8 engine that generates 400 hp and 354 foot-pounds of torque. The engine is quick enough to reach 60 mph from a standing start in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 187 mph. A GT-class version of the car, known as the C8 Spyder GT2R, uses a 3.8-liter engine that generates a lower 310 foot-pounds of torque but ups its raw horsepower to 450, resulting in a quicker 3.8-second dash to 60 mph with the same top speed.

Every version of Spyker 's mainstay car currently relies on a six-speed manual transmission; the relative youth and small size of the company has so far prevented the firm from integrating sequential manuals or other alternatives into its cars.

Current trim options: Spyder, Laviolette, GT2R

Spyker's original and most common variant on the C8 is the Spyder convertible, which can be equipped with either a cloth top or a semi-permanent hardtop. Few interior extras are available: there are no satellite navigation systems or other extras that sometimes come with other supercars.

At present, a coupe version known as the C8 Laviolette is also available: it swaps the detachable top for a fixed glass canopy that exposes nearly all of the cabin to direct sunlight. Those fortunate enough to buy the car can pick from either a standard short wheelbase (SWB) version with a 75-liter (16.5-gallon) fuel tank or a larger, long wheelbase (LWB) edition with a 100-liter (22-gallon) tank for longer drives.

The GT2R is Spyker's race car and was built primarily with the 24-hour Le Mans race in mind. Aside from the more powerful engine, the GT2R strips out most of the luxury trim and adds both an aerodynamic hardtop as well as a large rear wing spoiler for added downforce.

Key competitors
Spyker makes some of the most unique exotics in the world - and the C8 is no exception. As such, finding competitors is all but impossible, but from a pricing and performance perspective some may want to consider the Ferrari California , Aston Martin DBS Volante or Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Convertible
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Performance
    • Weight: 3142 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 182.0 in.
    • Width: 77.0 in.
    • Height: 50.0 in.
    • Wheelbase: 107.0 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 64.0 in.
    • Rear Track: 65.0 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 2
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: TBD
    • Head Room: TBD
    • Shoulder Room: TBD
    • Hip Room: TBD
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 4.2L V8
    • Power: 400 hp @ TBD rpm
    • Torque: 480 lb-ft @ TBD rpm
    • Transmission:
    • Highway Fuel Economy: TBD
    • City Fuel Economy: TBD
    • Forced Induction:
    • Direct Injection:
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension:
    • Rear Suspension:
    • Wheels
    • Front: -
    • Front Tires: TBD
    • Rear: -
    • Rear Tires: TBD
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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