Musk tells us that the combination of two medium capacity motors is more powerful than a single large one because the two can each run
at an optimum rpm depending on the circumstances, and the result is useful power that is more than a single motor can provide.
The two - mode transmission is the key to the whole system, which attempts to keep the engine running
at the optimum rpm for low fuel consumption.
Not exact matches
It will be offered with 16 - or 17 - inch wheels, and replaces the current
Optima Hybrid's 2.4 - liter gas direct - injection engine with a 2.0 - liter gas - direct injection four with a high - voltage electric oil pump, rated 154 horsepower
at 6,000
rpm and 139 pound - feet
at 4,000
rpm.
In my dealings with exhaust companies it was always an elaborate process of pressure volume graphs, gas velocities, valve timings and component temperatures and pipe length,
at an
optimum engine
RPM.
A vehicle's accessories, such as the air conditioner, power steering pump, water pump, or alternator, draw power from the engine and impact the vehicle's fuel efficiency when they are running
at speeds that are above or below their
optimum rpm.
Total combined output for the
Optima Hybrid is estimated
at a robust 193 horsepower
at 6,000
rpm.
At low
rpm, VTEC provides valve timing and lift for
optimum cylinder filling.
Powered by a performance - tuned 5L V8 producing 423bhp
at 6,600
rpm and 505Nm of torque Sport Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) programmed to suit high performance driving Limited Slip Differential fitted as standard Lexus / Brembo developed 360 mm ventilated and drilled six piston front and 345 mm two piston rear disc brakes provide
optimum braking performance Bespoke, lightweight forged BBS 19 - inch alloy wheels Dedicated high - performance tyres, developed with Michelin and Bridgestone Stiffer, stronger, lower suspension design Pre-crash Safety (PCS) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) fitted as standard 10 airbags including driver and passenger knee airbags Multimedia Pack with 14 speaker Mark Levinson premium surround audio system, satellite navigation and rear park assist monitor fitted as standard Extensive pre-production testing carried out
at the world's top race circuits Nought to 100km / h in 4.8 seconds with top speed electronically limited to 270km / h The introduction of the IS F represents a significant milestone in the history of Lexus.
Eco shifts gears early for better fuel efficiency, Sport shifts gears
at high
RPMs to extract
optimum power while Manual lets you choose the gears though it shifts automatically after redline.
This is achieved by providing reduced intake valve lift and duration
at low engine speeds for good torque, with increased intake valve lift and duration
at higher
rpm for
optimum power.
With 245 horsepower and a whopping 260 lb - ft of torque
at a crazy - low 1,350
RPM, this
Optima has much more than enough get up and go to be an outstanding daily driver.
And the Revotorq 1.3 L (diesel) engine delivers
optimum power of 70 PS with the highest torque in the segment - 140 Nm
at 3000
RPM, delivering an exceptional driving experience.
With a 5.4 gear spread, gear changes are nearly imperceptible
at all speeds and
optimum shift quality is provided throughout the
rpm range, including launch, acceleration and passing
at highway speeds.
Total combined output for the
Optima Hybrid is estimated
at a 193 horsepower
at 6,000
rpm.