De Tomaso P72 Enters Production – A Retro Supercar for the Modern Era

After turning heads at the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the stunning De Tomaso P72 is officially heading into production. The €1.6 million supercar draws direct inspiration from the 1960s De Tomaso P70, delivering a powerful combination of nostalgic design and modern engineering.

Design Inspired by Heritage

Paying homage to Alejandro de Tomaso’s legacy and his collaboration with Carroll Shelby, the P72 blends classic Le Mans-era aesthetics with meticulous craftsmanship. Its flowing lines, exposed mechanics, and luxurious interior design set it apart in a sea of minimalist modern supercars.

“The De Tomaso P72 offers an emotional driving experience wrapped in a coach-built body,” reported Top Gear (source).

Performance: Analog Power in a Digital World

Built on a carbon fiber monocoque chassis borrowed from the Apollo Intensa Emozione, the P72 houses a 5.0-liter supercharged Ford V8 tuned by Roush Performance. It outputs around 700 horsepower and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission — a bold move in today’s paddle-shifter-dominated market.

As highlighted by Motor1, the P72 isn’t aiming for lap records. Instead, it prioritizes purity, passion, and a visceral driving feel.

Exclusivity and Craftsmanship
Only 72 units of the P72 will be produced, with each vehicle assembled in Germany by Capricorn Group, specialists also involved in Porsche Motorsport engineering. Interior details include milled aluminum switchgear and hand-stitched leather, reinforcing its handcrafted pedigree (Wikipedia).

Catch a glimpse and listen to the P72’s V8 symphony here: YouTube – De Tomaso P72

Final Word
With its analog charm and show-stopping design, the De Tomaso P72 offers a counterpoint to the increasingly digital automotive landscape. It’s not just a car — it’s a collector’s dream and a true enthusiast’s machine.

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