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Chrysler unveils Viper-based Firepower
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Detroit, Michigan – Chrysler unveiled a luxury sports car concept based on the Viper chassis today. The rear-drive Chrysler Firepower features a high-performance 6.1 litre Hemi V8 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick manual shifting capability. The Chrysler Group estimates the Firepower has a 0 to 100 kilometres per hour time of less than 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 282 km/h.
Computational Fluid Dynamics modeling was used to shape the Firepower's body with aerodynamics in mind: proper engine cooling as well as down force in the rear were taken into consideration.
"As designers, we challenged ourselves," said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President, Chrysler Group Design. "How could we best encompass such strong Chrysler models as the Crossfire, which began the brand's move toward a higher level of performance and elegance, while looking to the most extreme expression of engineering and design such as last year's prototype, the ME Four-Twelve? Chrysler Firepower uniquely bridges these two worlds."
The Firepower's exterior features Hydro Silver Pearl paint with dark carbon fibre and polished aluminum accents. Tires are 275/35R-19 inch in the front and 335/30R-20 inch in the back mounted on massive billet aluminum wheels measuring 19x12 inches in the front and 20x12 inches in the rear.
The interior colour combination consists of Ocean Deep Blue as a primary hue, with Oyster leather and Behr Maple accents. Finely trimmed leather-covered sport seats, automatic climate control and a premium audio system are all standard. All touch surfaces – steering wheel, control knobs, and shifter – are finished with fine materials for a luxury feel. The instrument panel was designed to display vital information through precisely-detailed gauges, completing the look and feel of elegance. "The Chrysler Firepower concept embodies the Chrysler brand philosophy," said Creed. "It provides luxury, refinement and sophistication blended elegantly with passion and performance."
Chrysler Firepower concept specifications:
Weight (estimated): 3,380 lbs. (1,533 kg)
Length: 172.6 inches (4,383 mm)
Wheelbase: 98.8 inches (2,510 mm)
Front Overhang: 34.1 inches (867 mm)
Rear Overhang: 39.6 inches (1,006 mm)
Width: 73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Height: 47.7 inches (1,211 mm)
Track, frt/rr: 61.6/60.6 inches (1,565/1,539 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.1 inches (130 mm)
Engine: 6.1 litre Hemi V8
Transmission: 5-speed automatic with AutoStick
Front and Rear Suspension: SLA Dodge Viper Suspension
Front Tire Size: 275/35R19
Rear Tire Size: 335/30R20
Front Wheel Size: 19x12 inches
Rear Wheel Size: 20x12 inches
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Detroit, Michigan – Chrysler unveiled a luxury sports car concept based on the Viper chassis today. The rear-drive Chrysler Firepower features a high-performance 6.1 litre Hemi V8 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick manual shifting capability. The Chrysler Group estimates the Firepower has a 0 to 100 kilometres per hour time of less than 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 282 km/h.
Computational Fluid Dynamics modeling was used to shape the Firepower's body with aerodynamics in mind: proper engine cooling as well as down force in the rear were taken into consideration.
"As designers, we challenged ourselves," said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President, Chrysler Group Design. "How could we best encompass such strong Chrysler models as the Crossfire, which began the brand's move toward a higher level of performance and elegance, while looking to the most extreme expression of engineering and design such as last year's prototype, the ME Four-Twelve? Chrysler Firepower uniquely bridges these two worlds."
The Firepower's exterior features Hydro Silver Pearl paint with dark carbon fibre and polished aluminum accents. Tires are 275/35R-19 inch in the front and 335/30R-20 inch in the back mounted on massive billet aluminum wheels measuring 19x12 inches in the front and 20x12 inches in the rear.
The interior colour combination consists of Ocean Deep Blue as a primary hue, with Oyster leather and Behr Maple accents. Finely trimmed leather-covered sport seats, automatic climate control and a premium audio system are all standard. All touch surfaces – steering wheel, control knobs, and shifter – are finished with fine materials for a luxury feel. The instrument panel was designed to display vital information through precisely-detailed gauges, completing the look and feel of elegance. "The Chrysler Firepower concept embodies the Chrysler brand philosophy," said Creed. "It provides luxury, refinement and sophistication blended elegantly with passion and performance."
Chrysler Firepower concept specifications:
Weight (estimated): 3,380 lbs. (1,533 kg)
Length: 172.6 inches (4,383 mm)
Wheelbase: 98.8 inches (2,510 mm)
Front Overhang: 34.1 inches (867 mm)
Rear Overhang: 39.6 inches (1,006 mm)
Width: 73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Height: 47.7 inches (1,211 mm)
Track, frt/rr: 61.6/60.6 inches (1,565/1,539 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.1 inches (130 mm)
Engine: 6.1 litre Hemi V8
Transmission: 5-speed automatic with AutoStick
Front and Rear Suspension: SLA Dodge Viper Suspension
Front Tire Size: 275/35R19
Rear Tire Size: 335/30R20
Front Wheel Size: 19x12 inches
Rear Wheel Size: 20x12 inches
http://www.freep.com/autos/photos/au...slerfirepower/
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