Tired of supercars that drive themselves while calculating how to maximize your social media engagement? The production-spec De Tomaso P72 has finally arrived like a mechanical middle finger to the digitized automotive landscape. At €1.6 million ($1.78 million) and limited to just 72 units, this isn’t just exclusive—it’s practically unobtanium for all but the most dedicated collectors.
The P72’s carbon fiber bodywork makes modern hypercars look like they were designed by accountants rather than artists. Those voluptuous curves and flowing fenders aren’t just aesthetic showboating – they’re a deliberate homage to the 1965 De Tomaso P70, a one-off racer developed with Carroll Shelby that most manufacturers would have forgotten by now.
Beneath that sweeping rear clamshell sits the mechanical heart of this beast – a 5.0-liter supercharged Ford Coyote V8 massaged by Roush to deliver 700 horsepower and 605 lb-ft of torque. De Tomaso specifically engineered a bespoke supercharger to minimize whine, preserving a naturally aspirated sound while still delivering forced-induction punch.
The P72 laughs at modern conveniences like drive modes and automatic transmissions, instead offering a proper six-speed manual with an exposed linkage mechanism that looks like industrial jewelry. It’s the automotive equivalent of choosing a mechanical Rolex over an Apple Watch—less convenient, far more expensive, but infinitely more satisfying to operate and designed to outlast the next iOS update.
The interior makes typical luxury cars look like they’re trying too hard. There’s not a touchscreen in sight – just handcrafted analog dials, elaborate aluminum detailing, and premium British leather throughout. While the rest of the automotive world races to add subscription services and AI assistants, the P72 offers the digital detox your driving experience desperately needs.
Your smartphone-addicted friends won’t understand the appeal, and that’s precisely the point. While most modern supercars have evolved into glorified video games with wheels, the P72 demands skill, attention, and mechanical sympathy from its driver, echoing the raw, analog spirit of the rarest 1980s supercars. The carbon-fiber monocoque chassis is paired with a pushrod suspension featuring manually adjustable dampers – no electronic nannies here, just pure mechanical precision.
The estimated 1,400 kg weight figure suggests a power-to-weight ratio that will frighten your insurance agent. De Tomaso has made significant improvements since the concept’s reveal, including a generous 100-liter fuel tank for proper grand touring capability.
All 72 planned examples are reportedly spoken for, with customer deliveries set to begin in late 2025 – proving that even in today’s market, there’s still a faction of wealthy enthusiasts willing to pay premium prices for vehicles that make them work for their thrills. The P72 isn’t just a car; it’s a rebellion against an industry that’s forgotten that driving should be more engaging than scrolling through TikTok. And in that rebellion lies its greatest charm.
