Palumbo M-80

The M-80 is a two seat, mid-engine sports car produced to compete with the world’s top sports cars. The fuel efficient and environmentally friendly hybrid gas-electric engine makes it unique among the world’s top sports cars.

The M-80 is a convertible with a unique roll bar design to maximize structural rigidity in a convertible. The chassis is a lightweight spaceframe designed for performance and comfort.

Configuration

Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive.

Materials

The M-80 uses state-of-the-art automotive and aerospace materials. The chassis is made mostly of Aluminum alloys, employing epoxy bonding, riveting, and welding. The exterior is comprised of composite materials. The interior uses the same materials as the world’s top automobiles. Leathers, aluminum, and the finest carpeting are found throughout.

Wheelbase 106.5″

Overall Length 170.0″

Front Suspension Unequal length A-arms, Coil-over spring

Rear Suspension Unequal length A-arms, Coil-over spring

Engine Gas-electric Hybrid

Transmission Constant Variable Transmission (CVT)

Horsepower 350

Curb Weight 2,200 lbs

Brakes 4-wheel disc with ABS

Acceleration 0 – 60 MPH

3.9 seconds

Acceleration 0 – ¼ Mile

11.9 seconds

Lateral Acceleration Skidpad

1.0 g

Braking 60 – 0 MPH

110 ft

Drag Coefficient

0.29

Fuel Economy

46 miles / gallon

The M-80 combines efficiency with performance. There is no need to choose between the two with the M-80. The M-80 offers the same excitement as the world’s top sports cars with the efficiency of a hybrid economy vehicle.

The M-80 is designed and engineered to be an everyday driver. Reliability and convenience are designed into the M-80 from day one. It is also a car that you can drive to a track event, race competitively, and then drive back home.

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