It’s the name of the stat. That is a hard limit that you will be binned for going over
And yes, the budget has been raised, because I had forgot to factor quality slider use (or the recent update affected things)
Ah alright, didn’t even realize that is what the stat is actually called
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So, I’ve got something put together that meets all of the requirements but its pushing like 615HP & is AWD. im going for a Euro / Italian look. Is that excessive? It’s a supercharged V12
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If it fits the budget then why not, but I doubt there’s much room for anything else other than engine, try to match the priorities atleast a little.
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Since there has been no other objections, I will set a submission deadline for the challenge to finish at the end of November, and allow this challenge to start to receive submissions. But, please don’t rush to be the first to submit since you’ll have a whole month until the deadline.
Sorry newby questions …whats a legacy body ? And are we on Beta Alrima ?
There is a bundle of all the old janky bodies on the workshop. It’s called “legacy bodies”
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And yes, this will be on the Openbeta (Al Rilma) version of Automation.
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So that 550hp - should we take that as gross or net? After all, the “horsepower war” of the 1960s didn’t edge much past 430 gross in its time.
I have a ponycar prototype that is currently sitting at 420 net - which is a lowball, but it’s also a very light car, and still already manages to use all of its considerable traction.
Right now, it appears that the challenge is practically begging for people to throw mid-engine cars at it to use all that power.
I was looking at the power output on the engine & torque graph as a reference which I think is gross rating? I’ve not compared it so I can’t be 100% sure.
I don’t mind if the power output is not at the 550hp level, but I had that in there as a guess for the rough level there would have been if emission regulations hadn’t been in effect.
I’m fully expecting a few mid engine cars even though I had only made front engine test mules. It will be interesting to see the ratio of front, mid, and rear engined cars.
I would advise you to lower the wheelbase req because I have something really tasty built on 101.0 inch wheelbase because true 2-seaters after the Corvette and Vector mold tended to have really short bases back then
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well the test mule has done its first shake down
And feels pretty good ..if i do say so myelf
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I can lower it to 2.55m (~100 inches) minimum if no one objects. It shouldn’t matter changing that too much.
1978 Canley Golson 530i
Constructed in a building that more or less resembles a Shed in Coventry, and using Indicators and other various pieces from Ordinary cars, The Golson 530i was Canley’s attempt to go into the High-Performance car market competing with the very best, whilst still maintaining some luxuries.
Although probably as deadly as any TVR, the 530i holds the distinction of being Canley’s first and last venture into this market to date.
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Would be nice. Objections, anyone?
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As someone who tried running another challenge around alternate history, I’m definitely excited for this and will try to make an entry.
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Since there was no responses against it, I have implemented the wheelbase ruling change
The 1978 Autodraken Warper
The Warper is a large coupe costing 34,900. It features a 5500cc Supercharged V8 engine with dual overhead cams and multi-point EFI, it produces 564 horsepower and 709nm of torque with a rev limit of 6500rpm. This enables the 1542 kilogram Warper to reach 100km/h in just 5.6 seconds and up to a top speed of 312km/h. The Warper features top of the line technology such as lightweight aluminum panels, an ABS system, an aerodynamic wing and a cassette player. It even has 4 seats!
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Poseidon Automotive Announces a New Predator on the Grid: The Tigershark GTS
Waratah Blue. Supercharged. Track-born. Ready to hunt.
Poseidon Automotive has officially unveiled the newest apex predator of the Touring Car arena: the Poseidon Tigershark Cyclone GTS, a purpose-built, track-focused weapon engineered through the combined force of Shark Motorsport chassis development and Trident Power Units’ performance division.
Wearing the iconic Waratah Blue reserved only for Poseidon’s elite GTS, CS and Shark Motorsport race cars, the Tigershark GTS signals a return to pure, unfiltered Australian muscle—reimagined for the modern touring championship battlefield.
A Pure Trident-Bred Powerhouse
Under the aggressively sculpted hood sits the heart of the beast: the Trident “46 Cyclone” 4.6-litre DOHC V8, force-fed by a high-flow supercharger and breathing through mechanical fuel injection.
Outputs:
- 374.9 kW @ 5700 rpm
- 66.7 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Power delivery is immediate, savage, and unmistakably Trident. This is the engine division’s loudest statement yet that the Tigershark lineage still rules the predator chain.
Track Engineering by Shark Motorsport
Every Tigershark GTS is constructed on a Shark Motorsport-developed steel mono chassis, with a precise MacPherson front and coil-suspended rear tuned for directional violence and high-speed composure.
Combined with its front-longitudinal RWD layout, short overhangs, and racing-derived aero profile, the Cyclone GTS claws the tarmac with unwavering stability.
Performance numbers speak for themselves:
- 0–100 km/h: 5.53 seconds
- Top Speed: 270 km/h
- Weight: 1370 kg (54/46 balance)
This isn’t just fast—it’s championship-fast.
A Shark in Hunting Colours
All GTS-grade Poseidons are delivered in Waratah Blue, signifying a direct motorsport lineage.
Subtle Shark Motorsport striping, enlarged intake ducting, and Cyclone badging mark this machine as a track-bred weapon.
Inside, the Tigershark remains purposeful yet usable—five seats, supportive bolstering, and a driver environment that prioritises feedback and command over comfort fluff.
CS Variant Incoming: The Ultimate Bite
Poseidon confirms that the hardcore CS (Competition Shark) variant is in late-stage testing.
Featuring:
- More aggressive aero
- Weight reduction
- A sharpened Trident Cyclone engine tune
- Upgraded Shark Motorsport cooling and braking systems
If the GTS is the predator, the CS will be the apex.
A New Era for Poseidon Touring Cars
With the Tigershark Cyclone GTS entering the championship season, competitors should brace themselves. Poseidon is back—and hungrier than ever.
The Tigershark is loose. And the track is its ocean.
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