Although the V12 engine weighs 100 kg more than the standard car's engine,
intelligent use of lightweight materials and components including carbon ceramic brakes, lighter forged aluminium wheels, lightweight inner rear quarter panels and optional lightweight seats have resulted in the overall kerb weight being only 50 kg heavier than its V8 sibling.
Not exact matches
The AMG
lightweight construction experts have also
uses an
intelligent material mix for the so - called wheel - catching struts made
of a composite
material.
• Advanced
use of lightweight materials and
intelligent packaging saved 200 pounds over previous model • First RX - 7 to
use twin - turbochargers, creating over 250 horsepower • Five arrests made in bombing
of World Trade Center in 1993
The construction techniques and
materials used for the body
of the BMW 2 Series Coupe are underpinned by the principle
of intelligent lightweight design.
Interior packaging and safety innovations make the new model an ideal family vehicle, while extensive
use of intelligent lightweight materials and an efficient powertrain reduce fuel costs and environmental impact.