Hennessey Blackbird Ditches Turbo for Natural-aspirated Power with a Manual
Hennessey unveils the Blackbird, a 71‑unit, $2.5 million hypercar powered by a 6.2L naturally aspirated V8 co-developed with Ilmor, targeting 800–850 hp and a dry weight under 3,000 lb with a gated six‑speed manual. It promises 0–60 mph in about 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 220 mph, aided by a full‑carbon tub, exclusive wheels, rear luggage pods, and aviation-inspired styling. The cabin eschews screens for five analog dials and a central 10,000‑rpm tach, while production is slated for 2029 with global homologation and enhanced NVH.