Audi R8V12TDI Concept
Audi is presenting a revolution in the top class at the Detroit Auto Show 2008-the first 12-cylinder diesel engine in a high-performance roadgoing sports car.The V12TDI with a displacement of six liters powers a concept car based on the Audi R8.This unit generates a huge 500hp and 1,000Newtonmeters (737.56lb-ft)of torque.Audi is writing a new chapter in diesel technology with this power unit.Equipped with the expertise that Audi has built up through its motor sport activities,the R8V12TDI in matt "Grace Silver"embodies superb road handling,pioneering technology and fascinating design.
The V12TDI is closely related to the engine in the Audi R10,the two-time Le Mans winner -so it catapults the Audi R8into supercar terrain concerning performance too.It sprints from zero to 100km/h (62.14mph)in just 4.2seconds and its top speed is well over 300km/h (186.41mph).The peak torque,reached at only 1,750rpm,paves the way for effortless acceleration that is unrivaled even at this level.
The new V12TDI belongs to Audi's family of V engines but has the ideal included angle for this engine type of 60degrees between cylinder banks.Its highlights include the new chain drive layout that includes the two newly developed high-pressure pumps for the common rail injection system.Its sound is as thrilling as you'd expect in a sports car of this caliber.For all the subtle smoothness that typifies this design principle,the twelve-cylinder unit is full-bodied and equipped with energetic overtones that make no secret of its performance potential.
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