Forget everything you thought you knew about the limits of internal combustion engines. The De Tomaso P900 arrives not just as another hypercar, but as a statement—one powered by a mechanical heart capable of screaming all the way to 12,300 rpm. With an engine weighing just 220 kg, this machine now claims the crown as the lightest V12 engine ever created, unlocking performance that feels almost unreal.
At a time when the automotive world is rushing toward silence and electrification, De Tomaso has chosen a different path. The Italian marque has boldly swum against the current, revealing full details of a bespoke V12 developed exclusively for the P900. It is not merely an engine, but a celebration of mechanical purity—something the modern car industry rarely dares to attempt anymore.
The Lightest V12 Engine Ever
This engine did not come together overnight. Four years of relentless development were poured into perfecting every detail, and the results are nothing short of extraordinary. Tipping the scales at just 220 kg, it stands as the lightest V12 ever designed with production intent. Beneath its sculpted exterior lies a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter configuration producing 900 horsepower, but the real headline is its ability to rev to an astonishing 12,300 rpm—surpassing even the legendary Cosworth V12 found in the Gordon Murray T.50.
A Mechanical Symphony With Aerospace-Inspired Design
One look at the engine is enough to understand that this is more than a power unit—it is a work of art. Intertwined stainless-steel exhaust headers flow with sculptural precision, paired with a carbon-fiber intake system and advanced thermal shielding inspired by aerospace engineering. Beyond its visual drama, the engine has also been designed to run on environmentally friendly synthetic fuel, ensuring that this masterpiece can survive in a future shaped by sustainability regulations.
The Perfect 1:1 Power-to-Weight Formula
The brilliance of the De Tomaso P900 does not stop at its engine. The car itself weighs just 900 kg, and when paired with 900 horsepower, it achieves the mythical 1:1 power-to-weight ratio—placing it in the same rarefied air as the legendary Koenigsegg One:1. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels through a sequential racing gearbox supplied by Xtrac, reinforcing the P900’s uncompromising, track-focused character.
Price The Cost of Excellence
Owning something this special comes at a price, and in this case, it is set at 3 million US dollars, or roughly 11.25 million Saudi riyals. While the number may sound staggering, for enthusiasts watching the V12 engine edge closer to extinction, this is not just a purchase—it is an investment in history. A final, defiant reminder of what pure mechanical engineering can achieve when passion leads the way.
