Koenigsegg One:1
2 Aug 2014
Koenigsegg One:1, a Swedish speed monster on Danish soil!
As part of Copenhagen Historic Grand Prix and Race for Riget, some of the cars drove from Bellahøj Park onto Rådhuspladsen the day before it all starts, to show off some of the participating cars to the public.
This time there was a visit from the Swedish megacar Koenigsegg One:1. A true speed monster that doesn't compromise.
It has some impressive numbers.
0-400 km/h is done in only about 20 seconds!!
It weighs 1360 kg and has 1360 hp. This gives a 1:1 ratio, hence the name One:1.
The Koenigsegg comes driving down H. C. Andersens Boulevard, only to turn left just after Vesterbrogade onto Rådhuspladsen, where it draws a lot of attention.
The Koenigsegg drives calmly across the square, while its 5 litre V8 turbo engine gives off a quiet hissing sound.
People are ready with their cameras and follow it along.
Before the engine is switched off, the throttle is blipped a little, so you can clearly hear that this engine is packed with a special kind of vitamins.
The doors open in a special way. They're almost pushed up and forward at the same time.
The car now stands on full display, so you can see how gorgeous and detailed it is. A car built to stay on the ground at 400 km/h.
It's time to leave Rådhuspladsen to drive back to Bellahøj Park. The Koenigsegg One:1 is started and leaves the square while people stand along the sides admiring the megacar from Sweden.
Watch the gorgeous Koenigsegg One:1 in the video at the top.
Koenigsegg One:1, a megacar without comparison
The Koenigsegg One:1 is a car that breaks the mould of what we previously knew in the supercar world. It's not just a hyper car, but a megacar, the first of its kind in the world. This exclusive machine was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2014 and immediately drew attention for its revolutionary combination of weight and power.
A technological marvel
The Koenigsegg One:1 is fitted with a 5.0 litre V8 engine delivering a staggering 1,341 hp, exactly the same number as the car's weight of 1,341 kg. This gives it an unmatched 1:1 power-to-weight ratio, which is also where the name "One:1" comes from. This power allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 300 km/h in just 11.92 seconds, faster than many other supercars on the market. At the same time, the car is fitted with advanced active aerodynamics, including a hydraulically actuated dual rear wing that helps generate up to 610 kg of downforce at 260 km/h.
One of the most notable achievements of the One:1 is its ability to go from 0 to 300 km/h and back to 0 in an impressive 17.95 seconds, a time that beats previous records by several seconds. This underlines just how far Koenigsegg has gone to push the limits of performance in a road-legal car.
The One:1 in numbers
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0 litre V8 |
| Output | 1,341 hp |
| Weight | 1,341 kg |
| Power to weight | 1:1 |
| 0-300 km/h | 11.92 seconds |
| 0-300-0 km/h | 17.95 seconds |
| Downforce | 610 kg at 260 km/h |
| Torsional rigidity | 65,000 Nm/degree |
| Top speed | Over 440 km/h, theoretical |
| Production | 6 examples |
| Price | 2.8 million dollars |
| Debut | Geneva Motor Show, 2014 |
Design and construction
The One:1 is built with a combination of lightweight materials such as carbon fibre and titanium, which has helped significantly reduce the car's overall weight compared to previous Koenigsegg models. Specially developed Michelin Cup 2 tyres and Koenigsegg's own Aircore carbon fibre wheels provide the necessary stability at high speeds. The chassis isn't just light, it's also extremely stiff, with a torsional rigidity of 65,000 Nm/degree, which significantly improves the car's handling.
Koenigsegg has also built a range of innovative technologies into the One:1, including 3D-printed titanium components and an advanced 3G telematics system that lets owners monitor the car's performance in real time via a purpose-built iPhone app.
Limited production and exclusivity
Only six examples of the Koenigsegg One:1 were ever produced, making it one of the most exclusive cars in the world. All six cars were sold before the model was even revealed, and most found their way to wealthy collectors in China, while two examples stayed in Europe. The price? A modest sum of 2.8 million dollars, a price that reflects the car's extreme technological capabilities and unattainable status.
Koenigsegg One:1 vs. other supercars
Compared to other high-performance cars, such as the Bugatti Veyron, the One:1 stands out with its power-to-weight ratio and aerodynamic design, which make it a master on the track. It doesn't lack top speed either, with a theoretical top speed of over 440 km/h, it stands as one of the fastest cars ever produced.
The Koenigsegg One:1 isn't just a car, it's a milestone in the car industry, demonstrating what's possible when technology and innovation meet at the highest level. With its record-breaking performance and exclusivity, it's no surprise the One:1 is considered a legend in the supercar world.