The leading forces of Apollo Automobil came from a diverse array of professional fields to form the organization in 2004. However, this group of forward-thinking engineers, artisans, designers, and mechanics had one thing in common — a passionate interest in the beauty and science of the automobile. In particular, Apollo fosters a keen focus on the connection between driver and car in an effort to create a highly personal and emotional driving experience.

Apollo is proud to announce the culmination of Apollo’s efforts to “fill that void separating car and driver” with the rollout of the Apollo Intensa Emozione. The company’s flagship hypercar, the Apollo Intensa Emozione is expertly designed and crafted to deliver high performance without an overabundance of convoluted technological bells and whistles, which tend to dilute the emotional connection within the hearts and minds of drivers.

Powered by a naturally aspirated 6.3 liter V12 engine that produces 769-hp and 561 ft-lbs of torque, this vehicle can go from 0 to 62 mph in 2.7 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 208 mph. What’s even more impressive than its performance figures is the fact that the engine revs to 9,000 rpm, with it’s peak power coming in at 8,500.

The Apollo Intensa Emozione’s incredibly lightweight and aerodynamically efficient carbon fiber body was inspired by tactile fighter jets as well as apex predators such as sharks and raptors. Thanks to its rear spine, wing mounts, and other structural supports, this vehicle hugs the road with a downforce of more than 3,000 lbs. This downforce is absolutely essential for drivers who want to go full throttle and see exactly what the Apollo IE can do.

With a slippery body, evocative design, and performance to match, established Italian hypercars may have a viable challenger to look out for.