The Oldbac Kalana is a track-only sports car developed by Estonian car manufacturer Oldbac, and built in partnership with Italian coachbuilder Manifattura Automobili Torino.[1] The car was created with the intention of setting a lap time of under 1:00 at the Porsche Ring,[2] where it currently holds the outright record.[3][4]
| Oldbac Kalana | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Oldbac |
| Production | 2023-present |
| Assembly | Estonia |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Track day car |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.4 L Judd DB naturally aspirated V8 |
| Power output | 610 hp (450 kW; 620 PS) |
| Transmission | 6-speed Sadev SLR 90-20 semi-automatic transmission |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106.3 in) |
| Length | 4,513 mm (177.7 in) |
| Width | 2,009 mm (79.1 in) |
| Height | 1,171 mm (46.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 920 kg (2,028.3 lb) |
Overview
editThe Kalana's bodywork is built entirely out of carbon fiber and is adjustable for different aerodynamic settings. The car makes use of a carbon fiber monocoque equipped with a FIA-approved roll cage and FIA homologated fuel cell typically used in GT race cars. The front and rear suspension setups are double wishbone with push-rods and adjustable dampers by Öhlins. The car is powered by a 3.4-liter naturally aspirated V8 developed by Judd with an output of 610 hp (450 kW; 620 PS),[5] mated to a 6-speed semi-automatic transmission manufactured by Sadev. The Kalana uses Michelin tires.[6]
For purposes of real-world preparation, Oldbac worked with American simulation company International Endurance Racing Simulations to develop an officially licensed mod of the Kalana to use in the Assetto Corsa video game as a driver training tool.[2]
Lap records
edit| Track | Lap Time | Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Biķernieki Complex Sports Base | 1:12.725[7] | Tõnis Vanaselja |
| Porsche Ring | 1:08.408 | Tõnis Vanaselja |
References
edit- ^ "Homepage | Kalana". oldbac.com. Retrieved 2025-04-10.
- ^ a b "Olbac". IER Simulations. Retrieved 2025-04-10.
- ^ ERR (2024-08-07). "Pärnus tuleb starti Hannes Soomer ja rajarekordit jahtiv superauto". ERR (in Estonian). Retrieved 2025-04-10.
- ^ "RACE GT Open / TCR - R2, HRX ESTONIA GRAND PRIX 2023, RGTiming, Lithuania - Official Event". speedhive.mylaps.com. Retrieved 2025-04-10.
- ^ Sooper, Kristjan (2023-07-18). "Esimest eestlaste loodud superautot esitletakse HRX Suurel Võidusõidul Pärnus - Estonian Grand Prix". estoniangrandprix.com (in Estonian). Retrieved 2025-04-10.
- ^ https://oldbac.com/static/kalana-tehniline-2.pdf
- ^ "VIDEO | Eesti inseneride loodud superauto püstitas Bikernieki ringraja rekordi". Delfi Sport (in Estonian). Retrieved 2025-04-10.