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www.drivenatheart.co.uk The 2013 Nordkapp Challenge - The Cars
Below are the fleet of cars that will be driven as part of the Nordkapp Challenge 2013. To view a more detailed description and specification for each car please scroll through this brochure.
Specification Engine Gearbox Max Power Max Torque Performance Top Speed Power to weight Urban mpg Extra urban Combined Co2 Length Width Height Twin solid alloy roofs can be removed and stored in the boot, which allows the occupants to Dry weight appreciate to the full the beauty of their natural environment. The processes used to make Homologation an Aero SuperSports are environmentally sustainable, as are the materials and Fuel tank size Chassis construction methods.
Meet the Aero Supersport
BMW 4799CC V8 BMW Man 6spd 270kw (367/bhp) 490Nm (370 lb/ft) 0 - 62 4.5 seconds 170mph (273kph) 315 bhp / tonne 16 mpg (18.2l /100km) 32 mpg (8.7l /100km) 23 mpg (12.11 /100km) 282 g/km / 256 g/km 4147mm 1751mm 1248mm 1,180kg eu 55 litres Aluminium bonded+rivetted
The fuel tank has been positioned to maintain integrity in a collision and further improve the good weight distribution the Aero cars boast. A by-product of this is that Aero customers will enjoy an ample boot compartment capable of carrying a great deal of luggage. The aluminium bodywork of the Aero SuperSports is Superformed. The whole car is effectively blown into shape, The passenger compartment has a layer of ash hardwood sandwiched between the alloy outer body panels and the rigid aluminium chassis. This wood will absorb energy and will help maintain the longevity of the alloy body over the life of the car. Morgan calls this process 21st Century Coach building. Fine leathers, detailed instrumentation and real materials adorn the luxury cockpit. Individually personalised to your taste from a comprehensive options list, exclusivity is guaranteed as standard.
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Specification
Meet the Roadster The new Roadster 3.7 is deceptively fast with a Ford Cyclone six cylinder engine. Power delivery is smooth and consistent all the way up to the maximum engine revolutions of 6850 per minute. The overall weight of only 950kg for this aluminium car spells a power to weight ratio of around 300 bhp per tonne.
Engine Gearbox Max Power Max Torque Performance Top Speed Power to weight Urban mpg Extra urban Combined Co2 Length Width Height Dry weight Homologation Fuel tank size Chassis
Ford 3.7 cyclone V6 Ford 6 speed 209 kw (280 bhp) @ 6000 380Nm (280lb/ft) 0 - 62 5.5 seconds 140mph (225kph) 295 bhp / tonne 19.2 mpg (14.7 l / 1 00) 40.4 mpg (7.0 l / 1 00) 28.8 mpg (9.8 l / 1 00) 230g / km 4010mm 1720mm 1220mm 950kg eu 55 litres Galvanaized steel
Power delivery is transmitted to the road through a limited slip differential with cone drive for good traction off the line. The cockpit offers the perfect enthusiastic driver’s environment with plenty of room combined with the luxury and special feel of real leather. The large well designed speedometer and rev counter are fitted into a completely new dashboard featuring electronic warning systems and digital and analogue displays for all engineering functions. There is even a stop watch to measure your lap time. The instruments and dials are framed in wood and the highest quality materials are used throughout this coachbuilt car.
Specification
Meet the Plus 8 The new Morgan Plus 8 makes use of technology from the aircraft industry to achieve an unladen weight of only 1100kgs. This makes the Plus 8 the lightest V8 passenger car in the world approved to European safety standards. The car also has one of the stiffest chassis of all the convertible roadsters available today.
Engine Gearbox Max Power Max Torque Performance Top Speed Power to weight Urban mpg Extra urban Combined Co2 Length Width Height Dry weight Homologation Fuel tank size Chassis
BMW 4799CC V8 BMW Man 6spd 270kw (367 bhp) 490Nm (370 lb/ft) 0 - 62 4.5 seconds 155mph (249 kph) 315 bhp / tonne 18.2 mpg (16.5l /100km) 32 mpg (8.7l /100km) 23 mpg (12.11 /100km) 282 g/km 4010mm 1751mm 1220mm 1,100kg eu 55 litres Aluminium bonded+rivetted
Wheel speed sensors inform the Electronic Control Unit to get the best possible performance from the engine and to provide a crisp throttle response. The Morgan Plus 8 has been described as ‘a true drivers car’ yet it is also surprisingly economical to run. The car is the most comfortable classic Morgan that the company has ever built. The convertible mohair roof is easy to erect with a double thickness liner for insulation. Air conditioning is standard equipment in the luxurious leather lined cockpit which includes a lockable stowage compartment. The Plus 8 is also the only Classic Morgan available with a six speed automatic transmission. In ‘Sport’ mode the engine holds its gear to maximum revs of 6500rpm and ‘blips’ the throttle before making a down shift.
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Specification Engine Gearbox Max Power Max Torque Performance Top Speed Power to weight Urban mpg Extra urban Combined Co2 Length Width Height The Morgan Plus 4 is the worlds favourite Morgan. It is a marriage of a reliable four cylinder Dry weight Homologation engine with plenty of torque and the traditional values of a classic British sports car. Fuel tank size
Meet the Plus 4
Ford duratec 1999cc i4 Mazda 5 speed 106 kw (145 bhp) @ 6000 rpm 187 Nm (140 lb/ft) 0 - 62 7.5 seconds 118 mph (189 kph) 165 bhp / tonne 28.5 mpg (9.9 l / 1 00) 53.3 mpg (5.3 l / 1 00) 40.4 mpg (7.0 l / 1 00) 162g / km 4010mm 1720mm 1220mm 877 kg eu 55 litres
The performance is a particularly good combination of responsive acceleration and fuel economy. The car is a sure footed partner on any journey. With its even distribution of weight the car is easy to drive and offers responsive handling. The Plus 4 features an easily operated convertible roof and is available with a huge range of options including various road wheel designs, luggage racks, and a wide range of extra features.
Specification The weight of the engine is counterbalanced by the mass of the passengers and the car has a planted feel with a very low centre of gravity to ensure it remains glued to the road. During the development process, the chassis team worked on the new 3 Wheeler in parallel with the forthcoming Morgan EvaGT. The result is a solution that features changes and refinements to virtually every single detail that affects a car’s cornering capabilities.
Meet the 3 Wheeler The iconic design of the Morgan Threewheeler has been updated with 21st Century technology. The powertrain is a V Twin fuel injected engine mated to a Mazda 5 speed (and reverse) gearbox. This provides smooth “get in and drive” convenience with the thrill of extreme performance. The car is a fusion of old and new. Safety is paramount with a reinforced tubular chassis and twin rollbars for driver and passenger. A sturdy V belt provides traction to the reinforced rear tyre.
With an economical 115 horsepower the motor provides maximum power at minimum revs. Big torque spells effortless hillclimbing ability. The current focus of the Morgan Motor Company to cut CO2 emissions and low fuel consumption is very much part of the rationale behind the launch of this car. The time is right for Morgan to take a new look at the combination of acceleration, on road performance and economy. The time is right for Morgan to relaunch the 3 Wheeler.
Some things have not changed. The Morgan Threewheeler still holds long distance speed records for one litre cars set in the 1930’s so why change the shape? The pronounced bullet shape and the exposed chassis and aluminium tub are accompanied by the aeroplane profile of the car’s sides. The shape is of a gentle yet powerful missile at the front leading to a beetle back tail at the rear. From the design viewpoint, the focus was set on making the car as close to an aeroplane as possible, while retaining handy extra space for driver, passenger and a holdall in the rear. But above all the Morgan 3 Wheeler is designed for one purpose alone, to make driving fun. A leather padded cockpit complete with aircraft instrumentation adds to the sense of flying on the road. The car is easy to control with compact dimensions offering a perfect view ahead and to the rear.