The Sbarro Autobau concept car is a bold experiment that blends extreme design with unexpected performance. With its bright orange paintwork and dramatic styling, it demands attention at first glance. Unlike anything Sbarro has produced before, the Autobau stands as a unique fusion of Swiss engineering and Italian flair.
While there was something special powering the wheels—a mid-mounted 12-cylinder unit from Ferrari—the Autobau only produced 500bhp, which isn’t much by today’s supercar standards.
Power is courtesy of a 500bhp Ferrari V12, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Passengers gain entry through a clamshell canopy, similar to Pininfarina’s classic Modulo concept. But that’s where any similarity ends. The striking design has certainly divided opinion. It is without a doubt overly fussy, but it has an aggressive stance, especially from the side profile. There’s no arguing that it draws a crowd in its bright orange hue!
Sbarro Autobau Concept Car Specifications
General
Category
Specification
Class
Concept
Body
1 Door, 2 Seat Coupe
Layout
Rear Drive
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Number Built
1
Engine
Category
Specification
Type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Details
V12
Max Power
500bhp
Power-to-Weight Ratio
350bhp/ton
Performance
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Specification
Top Speed
N/A
0 – 60 mph
N/A
Standing Quarter Mile
N/A
Dimensions
Category
Specification
Weight
3200 lbs
Pricing
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Specification
New Price
N/A
Used Price
N/A
A true one-off concept, the Sbarro Autobau remains a wild, fascinating glimpse into a world where Swiss engineering meets Italian passion. Would it have made sense as a production car? Probably not. But does it look like something out of a futuristic cyberpunk film? Absolutely.
