Ares Modena has unveiled the new Panther Evo, which is an evolution of the earlier Panther ProgettoUno.
Billed as a “perfect blend of grit and style,” the car draws inspiration from the De Tomaso Pantera and features an all-new rear end that no longer looks like a hodgepodge of parts.
The changes are extensive and include a new rear bumper as well as a center-mounted dual exhaust system, which replaces the previous four tailpipe setup. The license plate recess has also been eliminated, while the model appears to adopt a ventilated rear fascia. We can also see new taillights that no longer look like rejects from the GM parts bin.
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The changes continue inside the “meticulously crafted” cabin, which has been outfitted with a two-spoke steering wheel, revised switchgear, and an infotainment system with a portrait orientation. We can also see a manual-inspired shifter, which is pretty sneaky as the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission is said to carryover.
Ares didn’t go into many specifics, but said the car has carbon fiber body panels, a steel roll cage, and an “aluminum and carbon fiber hybrid chassis.” Evo reports power is provided by a 5.2-liter V10 engine producing 641 hp (478 kW / 650 PS). This reportedly enables the Huracan-based supercar to rocket from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.1 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h).
