A very green showdown between an electric supercar and an electric superbike has happened at Thruxton - the first race of its type we believe.
The Citroen Survolt and the Agni Z2 fought it out at the Thruxton race circuit in a test of speed and agility. A big publicity stunt, sure, but it makes compelling viewing as the 300bhp Survolt and the 65bhp Agni battle it out.
Obviously weight plays a part, so despite the massive power advantage of the twin electric motored Survolt, the Agni is quicker to 62mph: 3.5 seconds for the bike, and 'under five' for the car. The Survolt hits 162mph, while the 220kg bike tops out at just over 130mph.
The electric competitors were both piloted by women - the car by Le Mans driver Vanina Ickx and the bike by TTXGP championship leader Jenny Tinmouth. Ickx said: This was a fantastic experience - the first electric duel of its type. The lack of engine noise made it a very interesting challenge.
"Normally you have an idea where your opponent is by their sound, but with electric vehicles it's so much quieter - a new racing dynamic. I had a lot of fun and I'm thrilled to have been part of this unique track event."
Mark Nichol - 24 Sep 2010