800-HP Electric Ford GT40 Restomod Will Be A Monster

As the electric revolution continues to gain momentum, we have seen more and more pioneering enthusiasts transplant electric powertrains into classic cars. We recently listed eight of our favorites, but there are many more out there, some of which are still in the works. One of the most promising is from Everrati, which specializes in future-proofing classic cars. With the help of Superformance, the company promised last year that it would be fitting a Ford GT40 chassis with an electric upgrade that will "enhance performance while keeping the essence and soul of the original." Now Everrati has revealed the technical details we can look forward to, and they suggest that the above promise will be kept.

Thanks to the connection with Superformance, which builds continuation cars and produces a rolling chassis for the GT40 under license, this will be the world's only GT40 EV listed in the official Shelby Registry. But let's get into the details.

Everrati's EV powertrain produces up to 800 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. This goes exclusively to the rear axle via twin high-performance radial-flux permanent magnet electric motors. This should be good enough for a 0-60-mph time of "well under four seconds" with a top speed of "more than 125 mph." These figures would make it quicker than the original and comparable to the Mustang Mach-E. More on the performance later, but to get there, we need to discuss the battery tech first.

"To ensure optimum weight distribution and enhance vehicle dynamics, every element of the powertrain, including the battery and driveline, utilizes existing chassis structural mounting points," explains Everrati. "Battery packs are positioned within the sills and behind the driver and passenger, while the low positioning of the battery in the chassis also optimizes rear visibility." As a result, the electric GT40 has a weight distribution ratio of 40:60 front to rear (the original 1966 GT40 MKII that raced at Le Mans only managed 38:62). In addition, the curb weight is listed as 2,910 pounds, which is roughly 104 lbs less than a fully-fueled GT40 in period. All of this should translate to a driving experience that is fantastic, but there's more to look forward to.

A race-derived limited-slip differential is paired with a 6.52:1 compound single ratio reduction transmission and both have been fully optimized for this particular application. Of course, there's no way that an EV is going to elicit the same emotions as a V8 race car, so in Race Mode, the Everrati will pump up to 110 decibels of augmented V8 noise into the cabin. Disappointing, but what is the alternative? Similarly, the gear shifter "enables the driver to select virtual gears, with each shift synchronized to the sound generators and torque delivery giving a corresponding momentary 'pause' in acceleration." We're not saying that this is what we want our cars of the future to be like, but we're not hating the concept either.

As for the charging aspect, you get a 60-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery integrated into a 700-volt electrical system that is liquid-cooled and boasts advanced thermal and safety management systems to "support high-performance use on both road and track." This battery can be charged from 20-80% in just 45 minutes if you use a CCS fast charger. The range is promised to be "in excess of 125 miles," but as for cost, we still don't know what this will set you back, although we can confidently hazard a guess north of six figures.

Sure, it's not going to provide the exact same thrills as an original GT40, but it ticks all the right boxes. It's lighter and more powerful and should handle even better too. What more could you want from an EV restomod?