AC Schnitzer GP3.10 Review

Driving pleasure has been written for general AC Schnitzer for 20 years. And, fortunately, nothing will change for the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show. But this can be accomplished in a file. Fully alternatives, such as the launch clock superb AC Schnitzer gas Powered GP3.10 This high-performance coupé has LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas) drive, where power and efficiency, economy and ecology, meet in a fascinating study.


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

As if the extravagant exterior of the project vehicle, based on the 3 Series Coupe today, is not enough under the bonnet growls the V10 engine of the current M5/M6 AC Schnitzer presents the show for the first time in the design bivalent. The vehicle has a fully sequential LPG system with two parallel 5-cylinder vaporizers. No loss of power or dynamics. The engine, tuned to a control unit and exhaust tract with sports catalyst and reassigned modified exhaust manifold, develops 552 hp and produces up to 400 lb-ft at the crankshaft. That in itself is 45 horsepower more than the M5/M6. But why power this vehicle to LPG?


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

Liquefied petroleum gas is a reasonable alternative to regular gasoline, both economically and environmentally, and - after corresponding conversion - can be burned in any gasoline engine. Per liter, LPG is cheaper than petrol but produces around 15 percent less CO2 from exhaust gases. With over 2,700 service stations in Germany alone, fuel supplies are guaranteed everywhere, and tank 80 liters of gas is on board with the original fuel tank of 60 liters. So you can switch between fuels at any time. In any case, acceleration is more than acceptable. The sprint to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds and 124 mph mark is passed after just 13.9 seconds. 200 mph, not just pressure on your back begin to decrease. It is nimble enough to show the rear lights to many powerful sports cars. Especially when a racing suspension from Aachen provides incredible handling qualities. And to match the power of acceleration, no brakes on the AC Schnitzer GP3.


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

Gas Powered 10: Front, 8-pot fixed caliper brakes drilled and vented discs size 374 x 36 mm, behind the flat-4 disc braking system with 350 x 24 mm.


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

Speaking of slowing down: the striking body design will soon bring passers-by to stop. In combination with special paint mineral green, the AC Schnitzer aerodynamic kit is a real eye-catcher. The air intakes on the front fenders with chrome ribs features, and extensions 60 mm rear wheel, are particularly successful. With Gas Powered GP3.10 AC Schnitzer, AC Schnitzer has created a feast for the senses, where the muffler back to the central position, with their sports crescendo of sound is the acoustic center.


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

The rear styling with its special contours and the rear apron with integrated diffuser, rear wing roof with a central carbon is as beautiful as the front apron with its powerful coarsemesh Sports Grill. The latter makes an effective contribution to breathe oxygen-hungry five-liter engine. Also breathtaking for the spectator is the first for the race rims Type VI.


AC Schnitzer GP3.10
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

The latest creation from the Aachen wheel manufacturer combines the classic Y-spoke appearance with five striking hollow spokes and bicolor finish. Naturally these decorative elements are not only available for the AC Schnitzer GP3.10 Gas Powered. At the moment, but it is a unique creation not for sale, with an estimated value of $ 270 000. But we can still get excited because many components will soon find its way into the regular AC Schnitzer range. Parts of the interior already exciting sport can be controlled, for example, by customers with a 3 series coupe.

AC Schnitzer GP3.10 
AC Schnitzer GP3.10

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d Review

AC Schnitzer Concept 99d produces only 99g/km of CO2 - which is nothing less than the standard vehicle BMW currently available.

And this in spite of riding pleasure is guaranteed with 190 hp / 140 kW. Electrifying 99d accelerates from 0-100 in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 235 km / h - all the sporting genes of the car, in fact, true AC Schnitzer. And the fuel consumption of just 3.8 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers.

So how does this Concept Car AC Schnitzer can reach these low figures? AC Schnitzer calls the combination of characteristics of effective implementation.

"Joy is the driving force!" This applies not only to BMW engineers, but also - and above all - for setting the AC Schnitzer specialists.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Diesel engine and the corresponding transmission

Diesel engine for the BMW Z4, and the most effective currently available for BMW. EfficientDynamics is 320D. And now, of course, performance is optimized experts Aachen 190 hp and 420 Nm of torque (Standard Edition EfficientDynamics 320D: 163 HP).

230 kg weight gain

The elegant cut light shows what is technically possible today. The energy source for example, is a lightweight lithium ion battery instead of the usual lead accumulator. The use of lighter materials like carbon, magnesium and titanium, made further significant savings in equipment interiors. So it's easier than any current BMW series.

Reducing the weight of the unsprung mass

Weight 35 kg less than those directly connected to the wheels, tires and brakes, resulting in a significant increase in agility and driving pleasure. The latest techniques of forging material strength to ensure that the aerospace and weight gain unsurpassed. For example, the AC Schnitzer lightweight four-pot brake system with high performance retraction system for the front axle and brake discs on the front light and rear axle to ensure shorter braking distances.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Or type VIII from a single piece of high strength forged wheels used in the AC Schnitzer 99D. These weigh only 7.9 kg per wheel and connected to the vehicle wheel nuts titanium. Experts say that measures to reduce unsprung weight has a lead of up to four times the weight gain. This means that, in terms of agility, AC Schnitzer 99d feels like a vehicle that weighs 335 kg less comprehensive.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Special Eco-Continental tires

The Continental tire size 225/35 blueco * 19 was a particular concept in connection with AC Schnitzer. These tires to optimize rolling resistance. The design is an evolution of 5P Conti Sport Contact, and allows you to drive with its sporty cornering stability and ZR speed above 240 km / h.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Adaptation of EfficientDynamics

Behind BMW EfficientDynamics concept is a set of technologies of intelligent action, which significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions. These technologies of the BMW 320d has been incorporated in the AC Schnitzer 99d: start-stop automatic recovery of braking energy, change display speed, low-friction lubricants and active aerodynamics.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Improved aerodynamics

Bin reduced to 30 mm, together with several AC Schnitzer carbon aerodynamic parts, reduces friction. AC Schnitzer racing suspension with adjustable dampers to reduce the residual spring travel to sports, but still a comfortable level, especially when driving at low speeds.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Reduced friction

Special ceramic bearings to achieve a decisive reduction in friction resistance. In addition, by minimizing the optimization of low friction friction lubricants. The high performance braking system is equipped with a special retraction PFC, which after a slow down, pulling the brake pads with brake discs 0.1 mm. The wheels of the AC Schnitzer 99d turn much easier.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

Driving pleasure

Individuality, exclusiveness, modern construction and lightweight, and more than 20 years of refinement resulted in the AC Schnitzer 99d of a vehicle that perfectly combines the fuel consumption and driving pleasure: the efficient performance of AC Schnitzer.

Of course, all the security features remain, such as ABS, airbags and ESP. World media also does not interfere with the vehicle integrated Apple's iPhone 4. This allows access to all data on-board computer. So the fuel consumption, for example, or a function of particle filters can be controlled. Music, telephone, navigation, hands-free or via the Internet complete the overall experience of AC Schnitzer 99d.
 

2011 AC Schnitzer 99d

AC Schnitzer 99d is a concept car is not for sale, which developed the technology platform. In form it is here, the vehicle would have a cost of € 149,000.00.
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