Pagani Huayra Imola Roadster

 

Background

• Revealed: 2024

• Production: Limited to 8 units

• Named after: The legendary Imola Circuit in Italy, reflecting Pagani’s motorsport dedication.

• A more aerodynamically aggressive and track-optimized version of the Huayra Roadster, blending open-air driving with hardcore performance.

What It Is

• Limited masterpiece: Only eight street‑legal units built by Pagani’s Grandi Complicazioni division.

• A convertible version inspired by both the Imola coupe and the track-only Huayra R, blending aerodynamic efficiency with road usability.

Engine & Performance

• Powerplant: 6.0 L twin‑turbo Mercedes‑AMG V12, tuned to 850 PS (~838 hp) and 1 100 Nm (811 lb-ft) torque.

• Transmission: 7-speed sequential gearbox by Xtrac, powering the rear wheels.

• Top speed: Electronically restricted to 350 km/h (217 mph) .

• Acceleration: Achieves 2g lateral acceleration, braking 2.2g, and 600 kg downforce at 280 km/h.

Chassis & Aerodynamics

• Structure: Lightweight at 1 260 kg dry with a chassis of Carbo‑Titanium HP62‑G2 and Carbo‑Triax HP62.

• Aero elements:

  • Integrated front intake, wheel‑arch ducts, central roof scoop, and rear wing supports.

  • Four active flaps and extractor diffusers to balance downforce and stability .

• Delivers unprecedented cornering grip in an open‑top hypercar.

Suspension, Brakes, & Tires

• Suspension: Independent double‑wishbone setup with helical springs and electronically controlled dampers.

• Brakes: Massive Brembo carbon‑ceramic discs — 398 mm front (6‑piston), 380 mm rear (4‑piston).

• Wheels & Tires:

• 20″ front / 21″ rear APP forged alloys

• Wrapped in Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R track-grade rubber.

Technical Specification

Spec	Detail
Engine	6.0L twin-turbocharged Mercedes-AMG V12
Power	850 PS (838 hp)
Torque	1,100 Nm (811 lb-ft)
Top Speed	Electronically limited to 350 km/h (217 mph)
Acceleration	Estimated 0–100 km/h in ~2.5 seconds
Transmission	7-speed automated manual (Xtrac), RWD
Weight (dry)	1,260 kg (2,778 lbs)
Chassis	Carbo-Titanium monocoque (ultra-lightweight)
Downforce	600 kg at 280 km/h
Lateral Acceleration	Up to 2.2g
Braking Force	Up to 2.2g
Tires	Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R
Brakes	Brembo carbon-ceramic, 6-piston front / 4-piston rear

Interior & Materials

• Ultra‑luxurious cabin with carbon‑wood, embossed leather, monocoque seats, four‑point harnesses, and rich artisan detailing.

• Unique finishes like Acquarello Light paint and titanium‑film exhausts to reduce weight and enhance aesthetics.

Design & Aerodynamics

• Roof Scoop & Wing Supports: Integrated into the carbon body for cooling and stability.

• 4 Active Aero Flaps: Adjust downforce in real-time based on speed and cornering forces.

• Aggressive Diffusers: Inspired by Le Mans prototypes.

• Airflow optimization: Sculpted body channels airflow away from the cockpit and into critical cooling zones.

Interior

• Hand-finished leather, carbon fiber accents, and analog dials in true Pagani fashion.

• Designed with minimal weight and maximum visual artistry—no infotainment screen, just gauges, carbon, leather, and metal.

Car	Imola Roadster	Bugatti Divo	Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut	McLaren Elva	Aston Martin Valkyrie Spider
Engine	6.0L V12 TT (AMG)	8.0L W16 TT	5.0L V8 TT	4.0L V8 TT	6.5L V12 NA (Cosworth)
Power	850 PS	1,479 PS	1,600 PS	815 PS	~1,160 PS
Torque	1,100 Nm	1,600 Nm	1,500 Nm	800 Nm	900 Nm+
Top Speed	350 km/h	380 km/h (limited)	482+ km/h	326 km/h	350+ km/h
0–100 km/h	~2.5 sec	2.4 sec	2.5 sec	2.8 sec	~2.6 sec
Weight (dry)	1,260 kg	1,996 kg	1,320 kg	1,269 kg	1,400 kg
Downforce	600 kg @ 280 km/h	456 kg	Variable (low drag)	Moderate	>1,400 kg
Units Made	8	40	~125	149	<85
Price	~$5.4 million	~$5.8 million	~$3.5 million	~$1.8 million	~$3 million

Pagani Huayra Imola Roadster

• Best for: Extreme exclusivity, open-air thrill, artisan detailing, and track-grade aero.

• Advantage: Lightweight & beautifully brutal in performance.

• Weakness: Less raw power than Jesko or Divo.

✅ Bugatti Divo

• Best for: Luxury and speed, with refined cornering.

• Heavier and more insulated; more a GT-style hypercar.

✅ Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut

• Best for: Outright top speed, extreme engineering, and drag-reduction.

• Less focused on luxury or beauty—it's function-first.

✅ McLaren Elva

• Best for: Wind-in-the-face thrill with no windshield, lightweight, and agility.

• Much less powerful; designed for pure emotion, not lap records.

✅ Aston Martin Valkyrie Spider

• Best for: F1-inspired engineering with extreme naturally aspirated V12 and hybrid assist.

• Loud, light, raw and race-car-like.

Verdict

• The Pagani Imola Roadster is a rolling piece of mechanical art—offering almost unmatched track-level performance in an open-top, road-legal form, with only 8 in existence.

• While it doesn’t chase top-speed records like the Jesko or Divo, it offers more exclusivity, emotion, and analog purity than nearly any other car in the world.