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Since
4 years, Protoscar designs the show cars wich
Esoro AG builds for Rinspeed: the design-particularity is that
always some part of the vehicle is transforming
allowing modular use or changing configuration.
For the Geneva Show 2004 Rinspeed Inc. will show not only a very attractive sports car, but has gone a big step beyond developing the first and only sports car in the world which not only drives in a very quick manner, but can actually swim and fly across water. A sophisticated and foldable high-tech wing system powered by on-board hydraulics and electronics allows the "Splash" to take off in the third dimension
An ultimate dream comes true. As a tradition at Rinspeed, the environmental visions are important as well. The "Splash" is powered by a light weight 750 ccm engine producing a whopping 140 hp and running on natural gas (CNG). The turbocharged two cylinder power-pack propels this extraordinary NGV (Natural Gas Vehicle) to a top speed of approximately 200 km/h on the road and 50 km/h on the water, respectively 80 km/h over water.
TECHNICAL DATA
Measurements street (water)
Length 3’760 mm (4'125mm)
Width 1’865 mm (3'990mm)
Height 1’230 mm
Wheelbase 2’345 mm
Track front 1’600 mm
Track rear 1’600 mm
Ground clearance ~110 mm
Empty weight825 kg
Draught at rest(1'300 mm)
Draught flying(400 mm)
Vmax Street (Water)
Top speed 200 km/h (80 km/h)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h approx. 5.9 sec
Engine
Engine family MPE 750
Displacement 750 cm3
Stroke 66.0 mm
Bore 85.0 mm
Charging system Turbo
Intercoolers 1
Cylinders 2
Valves 4
Compression ratio 9:1
Power output 140 hp (103 kW)
at 7'000 /min
Max. torque150 Nm
at 3'500 /min
Supercharging 0.97 bar
Type of fuel Gasoline / Natural gas
Exhaust system Remus
Propulsion
Power train Rear wheel drive
Gearbox Manual
Gears 6
Propeller Ø 360 mm / 3 blade
Suspension
Chassis Steel
Body Carbon-Composite
Lighting technology LED In.pro.
Seating capacity 2
Front brakes 290 mm
Rear brakes 240 mm
Front suspension Double wishbone with pushrod
Rear suspension Double wishbone with pushrod
Dampers/springs KW Automotive
Steering Rack & pinion
Steering angle25°
Tires
Front tires Continenear tires Continental SportContact
2 225/35
- 18
Rear wheels Barracuda 7.5 x 18“
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