AC Cobra GT Coupé unveiled with 730 hp V8 for brand’s 125th anniversary

AC Cars introduced the AC Cobra GT Coupé, a modern reinterpretation of the classic Shelby‑designed sports car, to mark the marque’s 125th anniversary. The coupé features an aluminum extruded chassis, carbon‑fiber bodywork and a 5.0‑litre Ford V8 available in naturally aspirated (456 hp) and twin‑charged (730 hp) versions. Weighing under 1,600 kg, it accelerates from 0 to 97 km/h in less than 3.5 seconds and offers a choice of a six‑speed manual or a ten‑speed automatic transmission.

In parallel, Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner has drawn attention for his hands‑on approach to his Ferrari 812 Competizione, one of the brand’s most exclusive models. Produced in 999 coupés and 599 road‑sterters, the 812 Competizione commands prices above €1 million, with recent auction sales exceeding €2 million. Sinner was filmed washing the car in his Alpine home and later driving it through Monte Carlo, highlighting a rare collector‑style vehicle being actively used rather than stored.

Both stories underscore the niche market for ultra‑high‑performance supercars that blend heritage design with cutting‑edge engineering, while also illustrating the cultural cachet such cars hold among elite athletes and enthusiasts.