Honda has
also improved weight distribution by way of relocating elements — the three percent reduction in weight ratio over the front axle also contributes to the new car's improved dynamics and stability.
Not exact matches
The ESP can now
also be totally switched off and the 18in wheels feature «Reverse Rim» technology, which makes them look more like 19in rims and
improves weight distribution.
So, the main points so far are these; the
weight distribution throughout the car will certainly have an effect on how the car handles (and remember that adding
weight to the tyre will
improve its grip, up to a point), but anything else which disturbs the tyre's ability to grip will
also have an effect.
Most of its
weight saving comes from over the front axles, and Jaguar says this
also improves the car's
weight distribution, shifting one per cent of mass towards the rear; the car now has a perfect 50/50
weight distribution, according to Jaguar.
Besides the numerous motorsports derived adaptations which include a more aerodynamic body (fully made from carbon fiber), a stripped down interior, upgraded brakes and suspension,
improved steering and
weight distribution, the McLaren MP4 12C GT3 has
also received a Formula 1 steering wheel mounted with paddle shifters that operated the6 speed sequential transmission.
This engine,
also to be used by corporate brother Porsche, makes more low - rpm torque, at least on paper, and weighs 31 pounds less than the outgoing supercharged engine, which helps
improve front - to - rear
weight distribution compared to the previous car.
The new 2.0 - liter VTEC Turbo
also contributes to the RDX's more compact front packaging, shortened front overhang and
improved front / rear
weight distribution (57.4 / 42.6 vs. 60/40 for previous RDX with all - wheel - drive).
It was
also the first Ferrari to feature a four wheel independent suspension and a five - speed transaxle that helped the car
improve its
weight distribution.
The engine is
also placed lower and further back in the engine bay to
improve weight distribution.
The engine has
also been positioned further back for
improved weight distribution.