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The extra air outlet ahead of the front lid increases flow through the centre radiator — and, by diverting the air flow, simultaneously reinforces aerodynamic downforce at the front axle.

Though it's a pretty design, it's not all for show, as McLaren says the 650S has 24 percent more aerodynamic downforce at 150 mph than the 12C.

Not exact matches

Other aerodynamic changes include a new fixed rear wing that sits 3.9 inches higher than that of the standard P1, which, along with the new front splitter and flaps, is said to improve downforce by 10 percent to about 1455 lb at 150 mph.

These new bumpers, along with freshened underbody aerodynamics and a rear wing that sits 0.78 - inch higher, contribute to an aerodynamic profile that produces 340 pounds of downforce at speed — 20 percent more than before.

Its aerodynamics have been tuned to emulate those of the coupe as closely as possible, resulting in greater stabilising downforce at speed, hood up or down.

Its multi-functional rear spoiler can switch to low - drag mode at high speed, support cornering stability by means of downforce - enhancing air blades on both sides, adjust the front - to - rear aerodynamic balance, and act as an air brake.

At 186 mph, exterior aerodynamic parts combine to add 220 pounds of additional downforce.

“ It has always been a dream of mine,» Roland Gumpert declares on his website, «to have a car that has so much downforce, such aerodynamic efficiency that you could drive on the roof of a tunnel at high speed — and this car can.»

Downforce figures haven't been announced yet, but the BC retains the Huayra's movable aerodynamics on the hood and at the rear, supplemented by a huge new front splitter, venturi system, and fixed rear wing.

It has the widest front tires on any production car, carbon - ceramic brakes that would stop a runaway Kenworth, and aerodynamic tuning that generates 150 pounds of downforce at 150 mph.

As for the aerodynamics, manipulated in part by the oversized and adjustable carbon - fiber rear wing as well as a tunable front splitter, at 211 mph the car benefits from about 750 pounds of total downforce.

An extreme aerodynamic package produces 1,101 lb of downforce at 150 mph, and 1,533 pounds of downforce at the ACR's top speed of 177 mph.

Ferrari's own developments from racing informed the aerodynamic design of the 458, starting with the front winglets in the lower air dams, which deflect nearly an inch at speeds above 125 mph to generate downforce and channel air to the front - mounted radiators.

Not only does this further reduce lift at the front axle, it also provides downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and even better performance — combined with a surprisingly high level of comfort.

The purposeful stance and stunning form of the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider has been evolved to ensure the highest levels of aerodynamic efficiency and downforce, resulting in impressive high - speed stability, while at the same time minimising the open - top air turbulence in the passenger compartment.

The result is reduced lift at the front axle and increased downforce at the rear axle for improved aerodynamics and another boost in performance.

The line gains in momentum once again as it heads rearwards, increasing aerodynamic downforce and giving the rear a more muscular look at the same time.

The additional air outlet at the front of the front lid assists the airflow of the central radiator, while providing aerodynamic downforce on the front axle by deflecting the airflow.

Its aerodynamic lines increases the downforce in the frontal part of the car giving it better stability at higher speeds.

We believe that the rear air dam can do four things: switch to low - resistance mode at high speed which has the same effect as DRS, support the cornering stability by means of downforce - enhancing air blades on both sides, adjust the front - to - rear aerodynamic balance, and double - act as air brake.

Even looking at the car, it's immediately obvious that this is no «ordinary» 911 — there's a beautifully sculpted aerodynamic bodykit that produces positive downforce to keep the GT3 firmly glued to the road at high speed.

On the aerodynamic front, the team tested its low - downforce setups during the Test Day and earlier this month at Road America.

We as Americans are hopelessly gullible for having taken Tadge at his word when he said that no other car in the history of testing at the GM wind tunnel facility has shown the same level of aerodynamic downforce.

The new Camaro Z / 28 also features a full aerodynamics package that creates downforce at speed, which helps make it the most track - capable offering in Camaro's history.

The car's enhanced aerodynamic design includes an extending rear wing providing more downforce at high speeds and is equipped with rear - wheel steering for increased agility and stability.

No official information has been published yet, but online discussions mention a power increase to 640 hp making this an Huracan 640 - 4 as the four - wheel drive will most likely be maintained, while an innovative active aerodynamic system could be fitted with flaps on the undertray and other sections of the Huracan resulting in a massive increase in downforce at speed.

The canards have been designed to improve airflow around the vehicle and generate a high level of downforce, while at the same time, direct air around the wheelhouse to improve the aerodynamics.

659 PS and 881 Nm of torque from a 6.2 liter supercharged pushrod V8 and a soundtrack like no other as you can see, the aerodynamic downforce generated by the Z07 Performance Pack is holding back the car at high speeds, but it's also the reason for it being an absolute monster on the track!

And the rear has also been optimised by the MANSORY specialists in terms of design and aerodynamics: The diffuser built into the new apron stabilises the car at high speeds and in conjunction with the beautiful rear spoiler, generates additional downforce on the rear axle.

At high speeds, aerodynamic improvements have increased downforce at both the front and rear, more than doubling the effect of the previous GTAt high speeds, aerodynamic improvements have increased downforce at both the front and rear, more than doubling the effect of the previous GTat both the front and rear, more than doubling the effect of the previous GT3.

With weight distribution effectively balanced for a mid-engine concept (43 % front, 57 % rear), the center of gravity is just 491 mm from the ground and aerodynamic downforce is 124 kg at 200 kph, aided by a competitive lift - coefficient.

Key to this incredible performance is the aerodynamic package, which produces over 90 pounds of downforce at 100 mph increasing grip and ultimately safety at higher speeds.

For optimal stability, the system reduces lift by a factor of three and produces the equivalent of 40 kg of rear downforce at very high track speeds without detracting from the car's carefully honed aerodynamics designed to achieve a low CdA.

Thanks to its advanced aerodynamics, the RS 5 Coupé generates downforce at high speed to further enhance stability.

With weight quoted at 3,847 pounds, Project 8 is no lightweight, but the new panels and wings are tailored to improve aerodynamics, and Jaguar quotes a 205 percent reduction in lift, with 269 pounds of downforce at 186 mph.

«At first glance, the shortened front and rear overhangs on the C6 would seem to present a challenge in developing a racecar with maximum aerodynamic downforce,» said Steve Wesoloski, program engineering manager for Corvette Racing.

The combined aerodynamic benefits increase downforce by 66 kg at 100mph and a remarkably effective 125 kg at maximum velocity.

The new look, styled at the Ferrari Styling Centre, features several new aerodynamic features that improve downforce and reduce drag.

At highway speeds, the aerodynamic characteristics of the RS 5 generate downforce to further enhance stability.

At highway speeds, the aerodynamic characteristics of the high - performance coupe generate downforce to further enhance stability.

It stretches the performance envelope for Corvette with unprecedented levels of aerodynamic downforce, at least 625 horsepower from an all - new supercharged engine, and an all - new, high - performance eight - speed automatic transmission — all building on the advanced driver technologies introduced on the Corvette Stingray.

«At first glance, the shortened front and rear overhangs on the C6 would seem to present a challenge in developing a race car with maximum aerodynamic downforce,» said Wesoloski.

Three pronounced inlet openings at the front and a large fixed rear wing are part of an aerodynamic package which is systematically designed for downforce.

The exterior of the 2015 Saleen S302 Mustang includes custom tailored front and rear fascias, a grille and lower air dam that provide the supercharged engine with sufficient ambient air, a functional Saleen heat extractor hood that allows the engine to breathe during the hottest competition, a functional rear diffuser, and a high - downforce wing that offers premium aerodynamic performance at high speeds.

To make sure its stable at those speeds, the Civic Type gets several updates to make it more aerodynamic, like an almost completely flat underside and a rear diffuser that optimizes downforce.

Even that model blurs the boundaries between production and racing cars, with its 195 kW / 265 PS (which can temporarily peak at 213 kW / 290 PS using the boost function) as well as aerodynamics that have been completely redesigned in many areas resulting in improved downforces.

When compared to the standard Camaro, the new Z / 28 version features a full aerodynamic package that helps reduce downforce at high speeds.

The new design offers improvements in air supply to the engine, aerodynamics and downforce at the front.

The Camaro Z / 28 also features a full aerodynamic package designed to produce downforce at track speeds.

A significant amount of aerodynamic components for significant downforce at high speeds and cooling of powertrain, brakes, and other components