De Tomaso P72 is not the sort of machine you expect to see parked casually on a public street. A social media clip captured this one sitting roadside in Milan, with almost nobody paying it any mind. That anonymity says more about the car’s rarity than any spec sheet ever could.
📸 Photo Credit: @ms.supercars.milan on Instagram
Why the De Tomaso P72 Matters Now
Jowyn Wong of Wyn Design penned the De Tomaso P72 with DNA borrowed from the P70 racing car. Retro proportions and a deep blue finish called Aurelian Night define its character. On paper, this is a tribute to motorsport heritage rather than a production roadmap.
Still, appetite for hand-built, analogue coupes is growing fast. Boutique buyers who once chased a Brabus Bodo now expect the same exclusivity from their weekend toy. Meanwhile, this bespoke example shows how far a customer commission can push a design brief.
| ⚙️Engine / Powertrain | 5.0L Supercharged V8 |
| 🐎Power Output | 700 HP |
| ⚡Peak Torque | 821 Nm (605 lb-ft) |
| ⏱️0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) | 0-60 mph in 3.2s (est.) |
| 🚀Top Speed | 190 mph (306 km/h) (est.) |
| 🔄Drivetrain / Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / RWD (est.) |
| 💰Starting Price / Est. | $650,000 (est.) |
Inside the Cabin and Driveline
Power comes from a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 producing 700 hp and 605 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual sends that energy to the rear wheels, leaving the driver to do the work. Push-rod suspension and manually adjustable three-way dampers reinforce the analogue character.
Inside, elegant analogue dials, bespoke switchgear and milled aluminium components set the tone. Rose gold touches run through the cabin, matching the wheels and exterior. Even so, the fit and finish of a one-off commission will always depend on the builder’s discipline, not the design sketch.
Pricing Power in a Crowded Market
Ultimately, the business case rests on scarcity. Limited-run supercars from De Tomaso‘s historical lineage carry emotional weight, yet they must still justify a price tag rivalling established hypercar makers. At an estimated $650,000, the P72 needs bespoke buyers who value character over lap times.
In reality, that is a narrow audience, but a loyal one. Retro supercars with analogue controls and a manual gearbox have carved out real demand in recent years. If production stays tightly controlled, expect the P72 to hold its value better than most modern rivals. For more coverage of rare builds like this, visit Auto News Magazine.
Liam Campbell
Industry Intelligence & News Editor at Auto News Magazine. Tracking prototype spy shots, Nürburgring development mules, automaker corporate moves, and breaking global automotive scoops.
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