If you think power to weight is a problem then how about coming up against Iron Man in an electric R8?

ABT Sportsline has upgraded its program for the Audi R8 GT in time for the Geneva Motor Show.

Audi tuning specialist ABT Sportsline has updated its GTR aftermarket program for the Audi R8 GT in time for a reveal at next week’s Geneva Motor Show. First on the agenda was shaving weight off the supercar. This was achieved by fitting a new carbon-fiber aero kit including a new hood, front and rear aprons, new side skirts and a rear wing, resulting in a curb weight trimmed by 110 kg down to 1,515 kg. Other exterior mods include a set of 19-inch alloys, a stainless-steel exhaust, and an adjustable coilover sports suspension.

Under the hood, ABT tweaked the 5.2-liter V10 FSI engine, increasing output from 550 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque to 620 hp and 405 lb-ft. The result is an improved 0-62 mph time of 3.2 seconds and a new top speed of 202 mph.

Sources say that the car was at the “Parx Super Car Show” event but not a registered entrant.  Can’t claim from them.

Audi says the car was modified beyond the safety limits and that no other R8 has caught fire (Ahem!!).  Tough battle for a claim there too.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZcurEOijlX0

Some interesting developments from MRC and TTS Performance.  This is going to be one to watch in 2013.

Video and discussions in the forum.

Looks like fun!!