Popular YouTuber Brooks Weisblat of DragTimes has been able to get a closer look at the stunning Capricorn 01 Zagato as the supercar makes its debut in the United States, with it making an appearance at Marshall Goldman in Beverly Hills. The Capricon supercar is an unusual mix of German engineering, with an Italian design, and an American engine under the hood.
This wild machine made its debut in the Fall of 2025, and the company behind it, Capricorn, has already done a lot for the automotive world. They have made contributions to the likes of the McLaren F1 and the Bugatti Veyron, and were the brains behind the Porsche 911 GT3 RS’s active wing.
Zagato is, of course, one of the most famous design houses in the world, and its influence on the car is clear to see. They are the ones responsible for the truly stunning lines and curves of the Capricorn masterpiece. Throw into the mix the American engine at the heart of it, and you have a winning combination.
As Weisblat found out in his video, the Capricorn 01 Zagato is built almost entirely from carbon fiber and is incredibly light as a result. With race-inspired suspension and carbon ceramic brakes, the Capricorn is more than just a straight-line drag racer.
How Powerful Is the Capricorn 01 Zagato?
In the video, we get to have a look under the hood of the Zagato, thanks to John, the Director of Sales at Capricorn. Sitting in the rear of the car is a 5.2-liter supercharged Ford V8 engine, ensuring the supercar has a true American heart. This giant V8 engine makes 900hp and 737lb-ft of torque, so it is a real monster, and with a top speed of 224mph, it can easily give other supercars a run for their money.
As shown by Weisblat, the engine and supercharger are pushed far into the rear of the car, but other weights help to balance everything out. There is a lovely nod to the McLaren F1 in the engine bay, thanks to the gold heat shielding. If you liked the gold heat shielding, then things get even better when you learn how light it is.
The car weighs just 2,654lbs, making it one of the lightest performance cars money can buy. Throw in the fact that it has 900hp, and is completely analogue, unlike many other supercars, and it becomes a truly fascinating recipe. As Weisblat points out, there are no digital screens in the cockpit, showcasing the analogue nature of the Capricorn. Gull-wing doors are the icing on the cake.
The Capricorn Was Making Its American Debut
The video by Weisblat showcased the supercar making its debut in the United States. Marshall Goldman is handling the sale of the supercar in America, and having the chance to get so up close and personal with one was a rare opportunity. As Weisblat revealed, the company is making just 19 units in total, making it a very exclusive machine. But there is some hope for the future.
Capricorn has stated that they are open to producing more vehicles in the future. “The company is capable of handling future projects in batches of 100 to 200 cars per year,” they said in a statement. This is a ‘come and get me’ message, offering the chance for anyone to partner up with them to turn an idea into reality. This isn’t something that many, if any other, supercar manufacturers offer.
However, the Capricorn 01 Zagato is proof that this concept does work. The car is a wonderful mixture of various countries, creating something that is very, very special. Throw into the mix a five-speed manual transmission, and it becomes even better. That is a five-speed with a dog-leg first, and an open-gated shifter. The Capricorn truly is a throwback to a different age.