THE EXTERIOR – HOLISTIC
The MARSIEN features a full carbon fibre body . All exterior components are produced in pure carbon fibre , exclusively designed for performance , light weight and cooling . Each body panel is manufactured by a leading German carbon fibre specialist who also supplies leading OEM supercar manufacturers and several leading Formula one teams .
For the design , Marc Philipp Gemballa left nothing to chance and brought on board designer and Porsche aficionado Alan Derosier , known for his stunning Porsche 908 design study , who has been responsible for the ultra-modern yet timeless looking design of the MARSIEN . His artistry can be found in every smooth curve and sophisticated lines of the MARSIEN ’ s spectacular and timeless design .
Besides the full carbon fibre body , the exterior features functional design upgrades such as a completely bespoke taillight . Featuring the latest LED technology , the rear light has been developed together with light specialist GERG Lighthouse , enabling a completely holistic design appearance of the MARSIEN .
The shape of the MARSIEN had to prove its aerodynamic efficiency and undergo intensive CFD ( Computational Fluid Dynamics ) analysis . A development effort that is crucial for optimum driving dynamics at all speeds , efficiency , and maximum safety . A task which has been accomplished by engineering partner KLK , who has gained expertise in developing aerodynamics for LMP1 , Formula E , and Formula One racing teams for over 20 years .
The MARSIEN is currently undergoing full road homologation process by renown and certified German technical service provider FAKT , who has been integrally involved in the development of the body . Marc Philipp Gemballa ’ s technical team are working hand in hand with FAKT to ensure the vehicle successfully passes the relevant crash tests required for approval and road homologation in Europe ( including Switzerland ), Middle East , the USA , as well as other major global markets in the future .
The exterior paint is applied by a state-of-the-art and certified paint shop via a team that is able to fulfil the most daring customer colour requests . The launch vehicle has been painted in an elaborate tripe layer pearl white with special metallic flakes and received additional protection through a ceramic coating .
Combined with the standard exposed carbon fibre components such as the front splitter with side flaps , side sills , wing mirrors , the air intakes and outtakes , decklid as well as the exhaust frame and rear diffuser with rear flaps ; the conversion has been created to take a sophisticated and overall dynamic appearance . There is also the offer a fully exposed carbon fibre body on request as part of its special options list . For the ones this is not enough , there is also the option to have a fully exposed carbon fibre body .
THE DRIVETRAIN - POWERED BY RUF
A truly bespoke vehicle requires a unique powertrain of the highest quality . Consequently , Marc Philipp Gemballa teamed up with legendary Porsche engine specialist RUF Automobile for the engine development of the MARSIEN . Founded in 1981 , RUF Automobile is known for its Porsche engine expertise , having already worked with Marc ’ s father Uwe Gemballa to produce powertrains for various vehicles in the 1980s .
The engine upgrade ‘ POWERED BY RUF ’ enables the sixcylinder boxer engine to deliver over 750 horsepower and 930 Newton meters of torque . “ Despite the enormous power reserves , the engine complies with the latest EURO 6 emissions regulations and has been subject to the strictest WLTP and RDE tests ,” explains Moritz Renner , technical director of MARC PHILIPP GEMBALLA GmbH .
For clients that are looking for even more power , there is second stage power upgrade by RUF Automobile taking the engine up to 830 hp with enhanced VTG turbo chargers and a revised ECU mapping and transmission setting .
The engine is protected from overheating even under extreme conditions . The airflow of the central radiator has been completely redesigned , now directing the hot air from the radiator through a NACA duct over the carbon fibre bonnet and around the A-pillars , to the rear of MARSIEN .
BMC , the air filter specialist based in Italy has developed an air filter insert that is uniquely fitted for the dusty conditions in the desert . While protecting the engine from dust and foreign particles , it maintains a sufficient flow of fresh air to allow the engine to work optimally . With innovative technology and first-class design , the drivetrain is singularly equipped for the MARSIEN .
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