In a daring fusion of timeless elegance and cutting-edge hypercar prowess, Totem Automobili has masterfully reenvisioned the Alfa Romeo GTA, creating a machine that not only tugs at the heartstrings of automotive enthusiasts but also challenges the modern hypercar hierarchy. Enter the GTAmodificata: a $1.3 million marvel that ushers Alfa’s iconic 105-series into an ambitious new era.
Drawing inspiration from the 1970 and 1971 European Touring Car Championship titan GTAm, fashioned by Autodelta, Totem’s creation pays homage to its illustrious predecessor while charting a futuristic path. Unlike anything we've seen, this vehicle maintains the GTAm's venerable charm—visible rivets and all—yet its skeleton is an entirely contemporary affair with a carbon fiber monocoque and bodywork, complemented by aluminum subframes at both ends. The result is a featherweight contender tipping the scales at just 1095 kg (2414 lbs).
At the heart of this beast lies a 3.2-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine sourced from Italtecnica, boasting an awe-inspiring 810 hp and 538 lbft of torque. Compared to the Ferrari SF90, which produces 786 hp and weighs nearly 1500 lbs more, the GTAmodificata offers a thrilling blend of agility and raw power. Enhanced with features like dry sump lubrication, individual throttle bodies, and a pioneering 3D-printed stainless steel exhaust manifold, this engine propels the vehicle from 0 to 62 mph in a mere 2.6 seconds, with a top speed reaching 186 mph.
Through advanced engineering and design, the GTAmodificata surpasses Totem’s earlier GT Super and GT Electric models in both power and weight. The expression of its speed does not rely on colorful flourishes but rather exudes elegance through its predominantly exposed carbon fiber aesthetic, both externally and internally. Even the wheels are a nod to the classic GTA, crafted from a blend of carbon and aluminum to minimize weight without compromising strength.
Yet, the soaring ambition of Totem Automobili does not merely conclude with the creation of this unparalleled vehicle. Limited to a fleet of just five, the GTAmodificato signifies the pinnacle of Totem’s dedication to the Giulia GT spirit, a testament to both innovation and reverence for automotive history.
With its prodigious power, striking design, and limited availability, the Totem GTAmodificata is not just a car; it’s a collector’s dream and a thrilling chapter in the saga of automotive evolution. It stands as a bold statement of what happens when the boundaries of engineering and artistry are not just approached, but transcended.