The Cien made a fitting debut public drive at the Le Mans 24 Hours on June 24, 2002. It led the traditional parade prior to the start of the 70th Le Mans 24 Hours, in which two Cadillac Northstar LMP 02s took part.
Production? Well at least the engine will be produced in limited numbers, about 5,000 per year. According to Thomas Stephens, Group Vice President of GM Powertrain, the new design will occupy the same space as the V8s in full-sized GM trucks and SUVs but it won't fit in the engine bay of the upcoming Cadillac XLR roadster. That's too bad, considering its V12 powered Mercedes-Benz SL competition.
What's more of a shame is that this vehicle won't be built. GM could have the halo car of halo cars in the Cien, and once again be worthy of the title 'Standard of the World'. Who knows? Maybe they will be able to achieve the quality, workmanship and superior technology to reclaim this title in future products.
Specifications:
- Body Type: 2-door coupe, carbon fiber composite
- Layout: Mid engine, RWD
- Engine (est): 750 hp, 450 lb-ft torque, 7.5-L, 48-valve, DOHC V12
- Transmission: speed semi-automatic with electronic paddle shift
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Height: 1,170 mm (46 in)
- Length: 4,457 mm (175 in)
- Curb Weight (est): N/A
- Direct Competitors:Ferrari 360 Modena/Enzo, Lamborghini Murciélago
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
