Ultima Mk2
| Ultima MK2 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ultima Sports Ltd |
| Production | 1988–1991 |
| Designer | Lee Noble |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Coupe |
| Layout | Mid engine, RWD |
| Chassis | Space frame |
| Related | Ultima Mk1 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | see table |
| Transmission | 4/5 Speed Manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 millimetres (104 in) |
| Length | 4,000 millimetres (160 in) |
| Width | 1,840 millimetres (72 in) |
| Height | 1,200 millimetres (47 in) |
| Curb weight | 800–1,000 kilograms (1,800–2,200 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ultima Mk1 |
| Successor | Ultima Sport |
The Ultima Mk2 is a sports kit car that was produced by English automobile manufacturer Ultima Sports Ltd from 1988 to 1991. The second mobel produced by the company, a total of 13 cars would be produced. Two of the produced cars were MK2 5000 race cars[1][2] and another two being the prototypes for the Mk3, one coupe and one roadster, with both being converted and renamed into the Ultima Sport and Spyder.[3][4]
Specifications
[edit]| Displacement | Engine | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3,098 cubic centimetres (189.1 cu in) | Ford Essex V6 (Original Prototype) | 148 brake horsepower (150 PS) @ 5,000 rpm | 254 newton-metres (187 lb⋅ft) @ 3,000 rpm |
| 5,733 cubic centimetres (349.8 cu in) | Chevrolet Small-Block V8 (Road Tune) | 345 brake horsepower (350 PS) @ 5,500 rpm | 475 newton-metres (350 lb⋅ft) @ 4,100 rpm |
| 5,733 cubic centimetres (349.8 cu in) | Chevrolet Small-Block V8 (Race Tune) | 475 brake horsepower (482 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | 610 newton-metres (450 lb⋅ft) @ 5,000 rpm |
| 6,200 cubic centimetres (380 cu in) | Chevrolet Small-Block V8 (Road Tune) | 400 brake horsepower (410 PS) | 533 newton-metres (393 lb⋅ft) |
| 6,200 cubic centimetres (380 cu in) | Chevrolet Small-Block V8 (Race Tune) | 560 brake horsepower (570 PS) | 740 newton-metres (550 lb⋅ft) |
| 4,999 cubic centimetres (305.1 cu in) | Chevrolet Formula 5000 V8 (MK2 5000 race car only) | 600 brake horsepower (610 PS) | 700 newton-metres (520 lb⋅ft) |
| 2,975 cubic centimetres (181.5 cu in) | Renault PRV V6 (MK3 Prototype only) | 311 brake horsepower (315 PS) | 360 newton-metres (270 lb⋅ft) |
References
[edit]- ^ "1983-1991". Ultima Sports Ltd. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ^ Cowley, Mark (10 January 2022). "Here's What Everyone Forgot About Ultima And Their Cars". HotCars. Retrieved 16 December 2024.
- ^ "1992-1998". Ultima Sports Ltd. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
- ^ "Addendum1". Ultima Sports Ltd. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
- ^ Catto, Christopher (2024). Lee Noble - Supercar Genius. David and Charles. ISBN 978-1-83644-048-2.
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