The 2024 Aston Martin Valhalla will be a 937 hp beast leaving the Ferrari SF90 in its dust. However, Aston Martin will only produce 999 cars.
At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Aston Martin revealed a particularly exquisite concept car that drew the event’s spotlight. A couple of years later, the British manufacturer provided a glimpse of the concept’s production version that’s ready to take on the Ferrari SF90 Stradale, the Aston Martin ‘Valhalla’.
The futuristic coupe fueled much excitement among fans of the automaker, and a glance at the specs justifies the hype. Despite being a supercar, the Valhalla will exhibit the boundary-pushing performance of a hypercar that leaves the Ferrari SF90 sniffing its fumes.
The Valhalla will be Aston Martin’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle, marking their entry to EVs. But the upcoming mid-engine sports car will have a much more impressive ‘first’: It is set to be the first series production car from Aston to have a Nurburgring lap time of 6:30.
Valhalla’s Clever Performance With A V8 Engine And E-Motors
The initial Valhalla concept consisted of a brand-exclusive new twin-turbo V6 engine housed at the center of the car. In 2020, things took an interesting turn as a change in company leadership sentenced most Aston Martin mid-engine concept cars to the chopping block.
The Valhalla survived scrapping, but the new CEO kicked the in-house developed V6 plan to the curb. He wanted something that will embarrass the new Ferrari.
And so, the Valhalla now has a beating twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine in its chest with a flat-plane crankshaft. This 7200-RPM engine is no ordinary powerplant, with its output amounting to 740 horses. For comparison, the Ferrari SF90’s 90° V8 turbo engine only generates 769 hp. The coupe’s new engine will feed rear wheels through an 8-speed twin-clutch gearbox, making for lightning-fast shifts.
If the engine specification sounds familiar, that’s because it’s sourced from Mercedes-AMG. But Aston Martin guarantees several bespoke touches, including a custom tune, ECU, and engine mount. On its own, it is the highest-performing V8 engine ever installed in an Aston Martin. Yet, it doesn’t work alone to give the supercar tire burning power.
The 2024 Valhalla’s power is further amplified by a 150kW/400V battery hybrid system, which adds 197 hp to the engine’s output. The electric system consisting of two electric motors works in tandem with the V8 engine, like dancers performing a synchronized routine.
The result is a combined power output of 937 hp, allowing the Valhalla to achieve a top speed of 217 mph and a blistering 0-62 mph time of just 2.5 seconds. This gives it an extra 6 mph over the Ferrari SF90, which only achieves 211 mph. The Aston Martin coupe will have a zero-emission electric range of 9.3 miles, which is low when compared to all-electric vehicles.
This Aston Martin supercar is tuned for both racing and daily driving. This sets it apart from the Aston Martin Valkyrie, its bigger brother geared strictly for the track. The Valhalla’s adaptive suspension system will allow for a smooth and stable ride across all speeds. Its use of active aerodynamics will let the driver switch between minimum drag and max cooling. There is no question that the Valhalla will demolish the SF90 in any race.
Extremely Aerodynamic Valhalla Is Lighter Than The SF90
Aston Martin went beyond their traditions when designing the 2024 Valhalla. The coupe isn’t as ‘skeletal’ as the Valkyrie but still retains a race-worthy look.
The 2024 Aston Martin Valhalla’s exterior design is an expression of exoticism with an intense focus on generating maximum downforce. The Valhalla will generate 1,322 pounds of downforce, absolutely crushing the SF90’s 860 pounds.
All of this comes without a cost on weight; the Aston Martin is actually lighter than the 3,461-pound Ferrari, with a net weight of 3417 pounds. At high speeds, the Valhalla will retain handling capabilities superior to the SF90.
The car’s low, broad stance is complimented with a wide interpretation of the brand’s traditional slatted grille (that is functional for both cooling and aesthetics). The unorthodox muscular exterior dares onlookers to race it down the street. Full LED Matrix headlights provide superior illumination, but public reception proves the front end isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
However, all other angles of the supercar drew far less controversy. The elegant forward-hinged dihedral doors with roof cut-outs enable easy ingress/egress. The protruding scoop on the roof helps the Ferrari-crushing V8 breathe by redirecting air to the engine bay.
Aston Martin has outdone itself with the rear design. The Valhalla’s integrated spoiler, enormous diffuser, and individual-block taillight sinisterly glare at anyone it leaves behind. The car’s top-mounted exhaust system and flat-plane crank V8 emit a bespoke roar. The large wheels, wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, offer the car a surefootedness that’s no less than a mountain goat’s grip on a cliff.
The 2024 Aston Martin Valhalla’s color scheme is still a mystery. White, Silver, Racing Green, and Leaf Green models of the vehicle have been spotted, but the British automaker is yet to finalize the options.
Less Than 1000 Aston Martin Valhallas Will Ever Be Made
Sometimes, demand overtakes supply by a dozen miles. The Aston Martin Valhalla will have 999 examples instead of the 500 previously planned. This will make the 937 hp supercar rare on the streets globally, with only a few lucky owners.
The Valhalla will have limited numbers, but its speed and power are sure to embarrass the SF90 Stradale on the track. However, its price tag is a lot heftier than the Strandale’s $524,815. If you have about $800,000 lying around for a supercar with hypercar performance, Aston Martin will take your order!
