# Aircraft-Inspired Supercars This High-End Sports Car is Expanding the Spyker Brand's Reach By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-03-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highend-sports-car References: [jalopnik](http://jalopnik.com/tour-the-devastatingly-gorgeous-spyker-c8-preliator-1767105370) & [spykercars](http://www.spykercars.com/models/C8-Preliator) The Spyker C8 Preliator is a jaw-dropping new high-end sports car that is designed to offer drivers the ability to enjoy a driving experience of a standard that very few people get to experience. This high-end sports car is powered by a [V8](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop) engine that is capable of pumping out an incredible 525 horsepower. The engine is hooked up to a six-speed transmission that is available in manual and automatic modes. As far as the design is concerned, this sports car is inspired by some of the great jet propulsion aircraft. Ultimately, the Spyker C8 Preliator does a spectacular job bringing together craftsmanship of the highest quality, meticulous engineering and [exceptional performance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenomeno), ably and deftly enabling the Spyker brand to gain further renown whilst maintaining its exclusivity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aircraft-inspired Design in Luxury Cars:** Luxury car manufacturers can take inspiration from aircraft design to create unique and high-end sports cars. - **Performance-enhancing Technology in Sports Cars:** Technology like high-output engines and advanced transmissions can enhance the performance of sports cars and offer drivers an unparalleled driving experience. - **Exclusivity in Luxury Car Brands:** Maintaining exclusivity and quality craftsmanship are key factors for luxury car brands like Spyker in expanding their reach. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Car Manufacturing:** Luxury car manufacturers can explore creating uniquely designed high-performance cars inspired by aircraft engineering. - **Automotive Technologies:** Technology companies can focus on developing high-end engines and advanced transmission systems for luxury sports cars. - **Branding and Marketing in Luxury Goods:** Marketing and branding experts can help luxury brands maintain exclusivity whilst expanding their reach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Audaciously Powerful Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hypercars.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Ultra-Advanced Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koenigsegg-sadairs-spear.md) - [Sleek Racing-Inspired Super Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-mc20.md) - [High-End Automobile Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prestige-imports.md) - [Luxurious Glass Roof Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo-1.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Audacious Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-supercars.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md)