BMW M3 GTS came to the track, relentless road

Posted December 21, 2009 | Category: Cars

BMW M GmbH presents a new model based on the BMW M3 GTS Coupe is ideal for customers who demand the ultimate in power and performance. The BMW M3 GTS is built almost entirely by hand by skilled craftsmen: an exclusive production that reflects in detail the requirements outlined by the customer when ordering. The changes marked by the racing vocation witness the extraordinary thing about this car and affect propulsion, suspension, bodywork and interior. Deliveries will begin in the spring of 2010.

With the GTS, BMW adds another chapter to the history of the series M3 light. The next generation enhances the sporting potential of the model, which achieves high levels of technical sophistication drawing on extensive know-how in development and production of racing cars. The BMW M3 GTS was created to track and incorporates a number of improvements designed to enhance athletic performance and safety, but it offers the possibility of approval for road use. With this option, the driver can reach the circuit on the same vehicle that will then use to run in the race.

Techniques of weight reduction, active aerodynamics, new high revving V8 engine increased in displacement and power, and suspensions in accordance with all requirements for competition: the BMW M3 GTS is one of the most powerful cars and incisive created for racing. The dry mass according to the DIN standard is less than 1,500 kg. The shell light is equipped with special anchorages for safety belts to 6 points and a rollcage (safety cell with rollbar) behind the B pillar

With a design that makes extensive use of lightweight materials and a special layout of the interior, the BMW M3 GTS offers highly dynamic driving experience in the most heated competitions. In addition to the carbon fiber roof, already on the M3, the interventions made ​​to optimize the weight of the car include titanium silencers, relief panels of the center console and doors, removal of rear seats, air conditioning and of ' audio system, and installing a soundproofing system designed specifically for this car.

The BMW M3 GTS is powered by an 8-cylinder engine at high rpm 4.4-liter engine producing a maximum power of 450 hp, narrow branch of sport. The power delivery is powerful and smooth at all rpm performance will touch the top of excellence. The sporting qualities translate into a cup made ​​from a special alloy of aluminum and silicon and integrated in the crankcase, individual throttle valves, sensors, anti-blink technology for ion flow and circulation oil lubrication designed to optimize the dynamics of guide.

The transmission of the BMW M3 GTS is based on the 7-speed double-clutch with M DKG Drivelogic, also available as an option on the M3 produced in series. His logic is based on a principle applied in race: change gears without the slightest interruption of power. The transmission has been specifically developed for an engine with large capacity, based on the concept of high speeds and has the ideal qualities to offer aggressive acceleration in every situation. Changed the characteristics of the M DKG Drivelogic 7 speeds were calibrated "tailored" for the BMW M3 GTS. The selector lever on the center console is supported by the paddle wheel.

The suspension is appropriate for a car of exceptional power and guarantee the strength and stability even under extreme conditions. Once again, the technologies used are state of the art sports universe. The configuration of the two axles is taken from the BMW M3 Coupé, but the subframe tail is bolted firmly to keep it in position and suspension have calibration threads on the dampers to vary individual excursions.

The braking system provides excellent with 6-piston fixed calipers on the front and 4 piston rear. The setting of the ultra-dynamic stability control (DSC) takes into account the huge dynamic potential of the BMW M3 GTS. The asymmetrical tires of different sizes on the two axles, wheels with exclusive lightweight 19-inch twin-spoke, ensure optimum transmission of acceleration and braking force on the road.

To optimize airflow and adherence, the BMW M3 GTS is equipped with a rear spoiler and front a fully adjustable to adapt the aerodynamics of the car on track for sports use and specificity of the track or on the march road. The movable panels in the front air intake, for example, have a function with variable geometry, as well as the spoiler in the rear, taken from the one fitted on BMW 320si who participated in the World Cup Tourism.

The external elements such as the BMW kidney grille to the grille and side vents, chrome on the BMW M3 that are produced in series, the BMW M3 GTS are dark chrome "plated eloxy".

The interior of the BMW M3 GTS clearly reflects the key role assigned to the security and performance on the track. The seats are high-containment, the dominant hue is dark gray and the wheel series "M" is covered in Alcantara. Alcantara is also the side panels and doors. Completed with the endowments of the seatbelts 6 point, the fire extinguisher and battery switches.

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