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Battista propels into electric hypercar sector with 1900 hp

Automobili Pininfarina Battista
Former F1 pilot Nick Heidfeld, behind the wheel, has helped develop the Automobili Pininfarina Battista’s ride and handling characteristics.
December 16, 2021 05:00 AM

When former Formula One driver Nick Heidfeld floors the accelerator in a pre-production unit of the Automobili Pininfarina Battista, its 1900 hp takes him from 0 to 100 kph (62 mph) in less than 2 seconds and to a top speed of more than 350 kph (218 mph).

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