Italian automaker Kimera has unveiled the K39, its first hypercar developed entirely from scratch, powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine created in partnership with Koenigsegg. The model made its debut during the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2026 in Italy.
According to Motor1, the K39 produces 972 horsepower and 1,200 Nm of torque, with a redline of 8,250 rpm. The V8 was specifically adapted for the Kimera project, using smaller turbochargers to improve throttle response and make the car more usable on public roads.
The hypercar’s styling was inspired by 1980s endurance racing prototypes and retains references to classic Lancia competition cars, a brand that strongly influenced Kimera’s previous projects such as the EVO37 and EVO38. Unlike those models, however, the K39 is not a restomod, but a completely original vehicle.
Its aerodynamics include motorsport-derived solutions such as integrated air ducts, a large rear wing, and components designed to generate high downforce. Kimera also introduced a special Pikes Peak configuration aimed at hill climb competitions while still remaining street legal.
The project also includes participation from Dallara, the Italian company specializing in motorsport engineering and supercar development. According to the manufacturer, the goal was to create an extremely powerful hypercar while delivering a more analog and engaging driving experience.
Like all Kimera models, production will be highly limited. More than 20 units had reportedly already been reserved even before the car’s official unveiling. Early buyers will also gain access to the special Pikes Peak version.
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