--- title: "Listening to Pagani’s New Track-Focused V12 Hypercar Will Give You Chills" description: "Pagani has teased another track-centric hypercar with a sensational sound, courtesy of its Atelier division that specializes in ultra-exclusive vehicles." date: "2024-02-06" modified: "2024-02-06" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/listening-to-paganis-new-track-focused-v12-hypercar-will-give-you-chills" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Pagani News" --- # Listening to Pagani’s New Track-Focused V12 Hypercar Will Give You Chills ![]() *Pagani. Instagram* Pagani has something loud in the works. The Italian hypercar company just teased the silhouette and screaming engine sound of what seems to be a new hypercar—likely a track-focused version of the [Utopia]() or Huayra created by its Atelier division—and it sounds awesome. Though you'd never expect anything less from the brand that brought the world such brilliantly outrageous track cars as the Zonda R and [Huayra BC](). The teaser video starts out with a blink-and-you'll-miss-it look at this upcoming hypercar under a gray sheet. You can see its silhouette through the fabric and it certainly looks like that of a modern [Pagani](), thanks to its high-arching front fenders and small bubble roof. Where it differs is at the back, where we see the unmistakable shape of a massive rear wing. The outline of the rear wheel arch is clearly visible, and the wing looks to end several feet behind it. > [View this post on Instagram]() > [A post shared by Pagani Automobili (@paganiautomobili)]() After the ultra-quick look at the veiled hypercar, Pagani shows off some flyover footage of race tracks around the world, like Imola, Catalunya, and Yas Marina, and you get to hear its high-revving engine. If this is indeed some sort of track-focused Utopia, that engine will be an upgraded version of the same 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V12 made by AMG specifically for Pagani. The standard Utopia already makes 864 horsepower and 811 lb-ft of torque, so more power isn't really necessary, but who's complaining? If it's built for the track, it should also shed some weight off the Utopia's already lean 2,822-pound curb weight. It's also possible we could be hearing the dulcet tones of yet another new Huayra, as Pagani's proven time and time again that it's unwilling to leave that model behind. The [Huayra R]() bowed in 2021, but it's worth highlighting that the Zonda R before it got one last gasp in the from of the Zonda Revolución. Pagani also tends to take its time before delivering bonkers "R" versions of its cars, so it's arguably too soon for an uber-hardcore Utopia, anyway. Whether Utopia or Huayra, Pagani's products tend to carve similar profiles and benefit from AMG's finest engineering all the same. Speaking of which, it's impressive that AMG and Pagani can tune that twin-turbo V12 to sound so good and rev so high. Despite packing two turbochargers, the M158 sounds naturally aspirated. I wish every automaker could work similar magic with their turbocharged engines. Pagani didn't say when this track car will be revealed or what it will be called. However, it's good to know that the boutique hypercar maker's beautiful batshittery isn't going away any time soon. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()