Jul 4, 2008

2008 BMW Z0 hydrogen car


The 2008 BMW Z0 hydrogen car concept is designed by Romanian fresh industrial design graduates Andrei Avarvarii (exterior design) and Adrian Vasiliu (interior design). It is powered by 1.6 liter hydrogen L4 engine, generating 200 hp @ 8000 rpm, boosts from 0-62 mph at 4 seconds and capable of reaching a top speed of 136 mph. Continue reading for more pictures.

As the name suggests the car is intended as the smallest sports car produced by BMW. The “0” number signifies that the vehicle is reduced to the essence and it has zero harmful emissions.


Specs:
  • Body: CFRP chassis with GRP and aluminum body parts
  • Powertrain Layout: FR
  • Estimated kerb weight: 450 kg (992 lbs)
  • Length: 4384 mm (172.5 in)
  • Width: 1990 mm (78.3 in)
  • Heigth: 1130 mm (44.5 in)
  • Wheelbase: 2631 mm (103.5)
  • Wheel track: 1730 mm (68.1)
  • Engine: Hydrogen fueled 1.6 liter DOHC turbo L4
  • Power: 200 bhp @ 8000 rpm
  • Torque 220 Nm @ 2500-5000 rpm
  • Transmission: 6+1 MT
  • Suspension: McPherson (front), Multilink (rear)
  • Brakes: 350 mm (13.7 in) drilled discs (front), 300 mm (11.8 in) drilled discs (rear)
  • Tires: 255/50 ZR19
  • 0-100 kmh (0-60 mph): 4s
  • Top speed: 220 kmh (136 mph)
[via Serious Wheels]

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