BMW Z0: A Hydrogen Car
Recently the BMW Gina Light Visionary Model impressed everyone, and the effect will probably last for a long time. Now it seems that BMW doesn’t want to take a rest. It is now presenting another concept vehicle which is called Z0 and is directed towards a cleaner environment.
It’s designed with a big focus on low weight–the Z0 weighs only 450kg. With such a light weight Z0 proves that less can be better, while giving the same performance as a heavy engine that produces harmful emissions. The number “0″ in the name stands for zero emissions as Z0 is a fully green vehicle. According to Serious Wheels, Z0 is powered with 1.6 liter engine that produces 200hp and pushes Z0 from 0 to 62 mph just in four seconds with the maximum speed of 136 mph.
For a vehicle with zero emissions these are definitely pretty high results. And if the car goes into production its performance will be considered one of the best. Serious Wheels lists the full specifications of the car.
Body: CFRP chassis with GRP and aluminum body parts
Powertrain Layout: FR
Estimated curb weight: 450 kg (992 lbs)
Length: 4384 mm (172.5 in)
Width: 1990 mm (78.3 in)
Height: 1130 mm (44.5 in)
Wheelbase: 2631 mm (103.5)
Wheel track: 1730 mm (68.1)
Engine: Hydrogen fueled 1.6 liter DOHC turbo L4
Power: 200 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Torque 220 Nm @ 2500-5000 rpm
Transmission: 6+1 MT
Suspension: McPherson (front), Multilink (rear)
Brakes: 350 mm (13.7 in) drilled discs (front), 300 mm (11.8 in) drilled discs (rear)
Tires: 255/50 ZR19
0-100 kmh (0-60 mph): 4s
Top speed: 220 kmh (136 mph)
Photo: © techeblog
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