Mitsuoka Orochi - new type Super Car
Ever heard of a car manufacturer "Mitsuoka"? Even in Japan not many people recognize this brand, but they are the 10th car maker established here. They don't really develop cars from the beginning, and they are rather a coachbuilder, taking production cars like Nissan March and replacing the bodywork with its own custom designs. This "Orochi" is their biggest hit, its name meaning "8-headed dragon" appearing in old Japanese myths. The exterior is wide and low, but with 233hp and 5AT transmission it's not really a sports car. In fact, Mitsuoka says "Orochi is the car to ride to gather attention from everyone", and categorizes this car as a "Fashion-Super Car". Maker: Mitsuoka Motors (光岡自動車) Car: Orochi (大蛇) Trim: Kabuto (兜) [Specs] Size: 4560 x 2035 x 1180mm Engine: TOYOTA 3MZ 3.3L V6 (from Lexus RX330) HP: 233hp@5600rpm Torque: 33.4kg-m@4400rpm Transmission: 5AT Drive wheels: Rear-wheel (MR) Curb weight 1590kg Price: 94000USD (8480000JP yen) Mitsuoka website (English): www.mitsuoka-motor.com Orochi on Wikipedia (English): en.wikipedia.org
