>>461735
To be clear, the "diamond" shape was really just a simplified shield, with proportions tweaked to avoid being too similar to the shields and other symbols used in this space or that suggest other lower performance marques outside it (pic related).

One interesting thing from a design psychology standpoint is that while upwards pointing triangle shapes tend to convey stability and immovability (think mountains, buttresses, etc.) anything with a triangular-ish shape with the point down can imply the opposite- like a top, it connotes dynamic balance and the ability to shift and move in an instant. Clearly a fast nimble car is more likely to benefit from the latter inference among the kinds of people who want to own one, who can probably be safely expected to ignore any connotations that don't feed their desire to have the cool car.

As for the name I just thought it was a funny grab at something vaguely Italian sounding but was obviously not, and aware of that fact- maybe a play on Vanzetti.
I also assumed that that might have at least subconsciously played into the monogram letter choice since "Van-" is a common prefix to surnames in some languages,ie Van Halen, Van de Camp, etc.It's obviously not Italian but that's part of the gag, or could be. It seemed like a fun way of making the point that it's an exotic brand, kind of goofy but in keeping with the fun of game play.

Again, not saying other interpretations are wrong, it's just another one to consider and in the end you have to take some bad with the good and put yourself in other people's shoes- other people who are often nothing like you and don't think like you. Even if you despise them you have to cater to what attracts them.