BMW 1-Series M Coupe: the rhythm of M

Models division BMW M GmbH added to the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The car promises to be another symbol of the excellent dynamics and controllability of sports cars by BMW. With the advent of new models of BMW M GmbH for the first time realizes his vision of sports performance in cars designed for everyday use. In accordance with the new specific model, compared with the usual BMW 135i were increased overall dimensions: the car added a length of 20 mm (4,380 mm) and width has increased to 1,803 mm, which is 55 millimeters more than the BMW 135i. Increased and track car, which now amounts to 1541 mm (front and back). Design of the front of the car effectively demonstrates outstanding athletic potential the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. Powerful front apron forms a single surface at the bottom of which there are three large air intake. To optimize the aerodynamics are also used "air curtains". Using special vertical holes in the outer part of the front apron air curtain is formed, which reduces, according to the manufacturer, swirl flow in the wheel recesses. The rear apron is provided with vertical openings which have a similar shape as the front. As for the powertrain, the novelty will be offered to customers with a discharge "biturboshesterkoy" which is installed on the BMW Z4 sDrive35is. Unit working volume of 3.0 liters develops power of 340 hp. with., and maximum torque reaches its peak of 450 Nm in a working range from 1500 to 4500 rpm. Moreover, short-term peak torque up to 500 Nm (function Overboost). Impressive even by European standards, the specific power component of 114.1 liters. with. / l. These figures provide impressive dynamic new product quality, acceleration to 100 km / h in 4,9 c, and up to 200 km / h the car is accelerating at 17,3 c. Maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km / h. The motor is mounted 6-speed "mechanics". The equipment of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe also includes adjustable locking differential. The braking system provides excellent deceleration and thus less sensitive to high temperatures. The design of the car used ventilated cast iron discs with a diameter of 360 mm front and 350 millimeters behind. In the staff car equipment includes air conditioning bi-xenon headlights, cruise control, audio system BMW Radio Business, as well as a complete set of security tools, including the system Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). As an option the company's customers can order the dual-zone climate control, comfort access system, rain sensor, speaker Harman Kardon, as well as the navigation system Professional with a hard drive. In conjunction with the navigation system BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with a control system iDrive. Premiere of new items will be held in January 2011 at the Auto Show in Detroit. In the European market BMW 1-Series M Coupe will be in the spring, and its starting price of 50,500 euros. Text: Alex Guy