BMW Hydrogen 7. Hydrogen vs. gasoline

April 24th, 2009

bmw3Bavarian concern BMW - has become the world’s first car producer, which presented a serial hydrogen-drawn car. Model BMW Hydrogen 7 - the result of a coherent strategy for the development of alternative sources of fuel for automobiles in the near future.

Executive Sedan BMW Hydrogen 7, which was established on the basis of 7-series, has a capacity of 260 hp. Under the hood lies a 12-cylinder 6.0 liter engine to accelerate to 100 km / h in 9.5 seconds. Maximum speed of the car is limited electronically at around 230 km / h.
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BMW Z4. One instead of two

April 24th, 2009

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A new model of successful roadster appears in the most modern and authentic form. The new BMW Z4  allows to enjoy the unique pleasure of travel, combined with maximum sporting potential. This is the first BMW roadster with a folding hard-top. The new model will replace the BMW Z4 Roadster and BMW Z4 Coupe.

The new BMW Z4 has the long hood, big wheel arches, wide wheel base and short overhangs. It is remarkable by a unique appearance with a flat front, engaging the shoulder line and the rear part. Overlay on the wings of the bonnet, large «nostrils» BMW, outboard «gills», black front desk, roof contour and taillights with innovative lighting arranges specific accents.
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BMW X6. Ancestor of the new segment.

April 24th, 2009

Attempts to combine different types of cars have been more than once. Some attempts have been more or less successful, but the majority of its customers refused to buy such «hybrids». In the BMW Group decided to seek other ways - to take what is best, and add additional components. Outwardly, BMW X6 crossover can be described as ordinary, but the authors prefer to call new models - coupe SUV with advanced features (and not vice versa). As a choice for a name (Sports Activity Coupe) and the model itself remains to be seen, but there is a persistent hunch that this will be a bestseller.
bmw1The new BMW X6 is offered in two versions: xDrive50i with the 4.4 liter engine V8, a capacity of 400 hp, and the xDrive35i with the 3.5 liter engine, the output of 300 hp Both power units are equipped with turbo and direct injection. The base configuration BMW X6 is smart full drive xDrive, electronically controlled redistribution of power between the front and rear axle. The newest system of DPC (Dynamic Performance Control), first applied it to the BMW X6, in turn, ensures the distribution of power between the rear wheels.

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