best cars: June 2009

Monday, June 29, 2009

2,7 – 2000 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Konsep

Make Chevrolet
Model 2000 Camaro ZL1 Concept
Powertrain Layout Front Engine / RWD
Base Price prototype

Dimensions
WheelBase 2568 mm / 101.1 in
Length 1582 mm / 62.3 in
Height Not Available
Width 1600 mm / 63.0 in
Weight 1538 kg / 3390 lbs
Front / Rear Track Not Available

Engine
Configuration V8
Valvetrain Not Available
Displacement 9373 cc / 572 cu in
Power 574.2 kw / 770 bhp @ 6900 rpm
Torque 926.0 nm / 683 ft lbs @ 5200 rpm
Bore 114.3 mm / 4.5 in
Stroke 114.3 mm / 4.5 in
Compression Ratio 13.8:1
BHP / Liter 82.15 bhp
Redline Not Available

Transmission
Type 5-Speed Manual
Final Drive 3.54:1
1st Gear Ratio 2.86:1
2nd Gear Ratio 1.94:1
3rd Gear Ratio 1.55:1
4th Gear Ratio 1.30:1
5th Gear Ratio 1.00:1
6th Gear Ratio Not Available

Chassis & Body
Steering Not Available
Tire sizes F 335/30ZR-18
R 265/40ZR-18
Vented discs Brake Types
Brake Size F 292 mm / 11.5 in
R 292 mm / 11.5 in
Available ABS Not Available
Body Material Not Available

Performance
Top Speed 230.0 mph / 370.0 kph
0 - 30 mph Not Available
0 - 60 mph 2.7 seconds
0 - 100 mph Not Available
0 - ¼ mile 10.4 seconds
Lateral acceleration Not Available
EPA City / Hwy Not Available

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2009 BMW M3 ALMS Race Car

BMW presented the racing version of the new BMW M3 at the Chicago Auto Show. Powered by a 485 bhp eight cylinder engine, this impressive race car has been designed to compete in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) beginning in 2009. The car is based on the fourth generation of the BMW M3, the high-performance sports car produced by BMW M GmbH.

BMW Motorsport Director Mario Theissen says: "With the sporting genes of the production BMW M3 being clearly evident, developing a racing version of the car was the next logical step. The fact that the road-going vehicle is fitted with a V8 engine as standard provided us with an ideal base. However, the BMW M3 is more than a race car, it has achieved legendary status amongst race fans across the globe. I am convinced that this unique story of the BMW M3 racing cars will now be expanded upon by the addition of further chapters."

BMW's 2009 entry into the American Le Mans Series will be driven by a partnership between BMW of North America, LLC and Rahal Letterman Racing, co-owned by US motorsport legend Bobby Rahal.

"We are very pleased to be returning to the American Le Mans Series with our latest generation BMW M3," states Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO, BMW of North America. "Sports car racing has been part of BMW of North America's history practically from day one. Just two weeks after the company was incorporated in March 1975, a BMW CSL won the Twelve Hours of Sebring. We are confident that the fourth generation M3 will continue the legacy of its two predecessors which combined to win six manufacturer's championships over nine seasons in US sports car racing. As it has been in the past we believe the ALMS is the ideal venue to showcase the potential of the newest BMW M3."

Echoing that sentiment Bobby Rahal adds, "BMW has an illustrious racing heritage. Rahal Letterman Racing is eagerly anticipating, not only becoming part of that heritage, but helping to enhance it. Our dedication to this project will be without equal and we look forward to racing at the front of the grid with BMW in the years to come."

Martin Birkmann, Motorsports Manager, BMW of North America, adds: "We are very excited to announce our return to the American Le Mans Series with the 4th generation M3 at the same time as the road car hits the BMW showrooms. We are also excited about our partnership with Rahal Letterman Racing. The ALMS offers racing where we can compete against the finest and most renowned automotive brands from Europe and the US. Motorsport is deeply ingrained in the BMW DNA and we are pleased to partner with an organization which shares that same heritage. Rahal Letterman Racing is the perfect partner to be behind the wheel of our new BMW M3 racing effort."
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