Danv8
05-06-2005, 10:43 AM
This thing sounds like a real weapon!
But at what cost?
"Once again the Hartge engineers created something special, this, by
transplanting a BMW 5.0L V8 into the newly released 1 series. And this
isn't your normal BMW V8, as it features modified cylinder heads,
revised camshaft, and its own engine software mapping; resulting in an
output of 450 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque.
To translate this phenomenal power to the ground in the 1 Series, a
special drive shaft and 6 speed manual transaxle are installed, along
with a new rear sub-frame. With a curb weight of just 1,445 kg (~3200
lbs.), rendering a weight to power ratio of 3.23 kg/hp (7 lb/hp), the
H1 catapults from 0-100 km/hr (0-62.5 mph) in just 4,6 sec. The
amazing thrust continues to an ultimate top speed of 300 km/h (188
mph).
Having this much power on tap necessitated other improvements, typical
of those applied to other Hartge BMW conversions. It starts with the
adjustable Hartge sport suspension, lowering the car 30mm (1.2") and
featuring specific rate springs and shock absorbers, as developed and
defined by Hartge engineers on the Nurburging as well as the Autobahns
and roadways of Germany, to provide a both sophisticated and athletic
handling. The best grip to the street with this suspension is enabled
by the high-performance tires (from Pirelli or Continental) mounted on
19" Hartge Classic wheels. The fronts are 235/35R19" while the
rears measure 265/30R19.
The H1 not only gets up to speed quickly, it also scrubs off that speed
effectively, using a specific high-performance brake system from
Hartge. This system includes eight piston front brake calipers and 380
mm cross-drilled floating rotors to create race-car-level deceleration
values and street-proven durability.
The appearance is upgraded, starting with a newly designed front
spoiler, and aesthetically supporting what lies beneath the skin. At
the rear, a new and exclusive center mounted stainless steel rear
silencer shines with dual round tail pipes, announcing the "bark"
that accompanies the "bite" in this pedigreed automobile. Finally,
a new rear spoiler completes the look, one to which most other drivers
will be exposed.
Last but not least the owner and passengers are given the Hartge
treatment, as the interior of the H1 is professionally sport-styled.
Included in the package are motorsport racing seats, a Hartge leather
sport steering wheel, carbon-fiber interior panels, an aluminium
handbrake handle, gear knob, and foot pedals. Finally, a special
Hartge 320 km/h speedometer is fitted, revealing to the privileged
pilot the vehicle's potential.
The Hartge H1 is another standout offering in the world of automotive
accomplishments, continuing Hartge's heritage of transforming BMWs to
the next level. In this automobile, Hartge transforms a premium
entry-level sedan to a pure-blooded sports car. The full Hartge program
also offers individual drive and styling components for the entire BMW
product range, in addition to the new 1 series, allowing any BMW owner
to experience."
But at what cost?
"Once again the Hartge engineers created something special, this, by
transplanting a BMW 5.0L V8 into the newly released 1 series. And this
isn't your normal BMW V8, as it features modified cylinder heads,
revised camshaft, and its own engine software mapping; resulting in an
output of 450 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque.
To translate this phenomenal power to the ground in the 1 Series, a
special drive shaft and 6 speed manual transaxle are installed, along
with a new rear sub-frame. With a curb weight of just 1,445 kg (~3200
lbs.), rendering a weight to power ratio of 3.23 kg/hp (7 lb/hp), the
H1 catapults from 0-100 km/hr (0-62.5 mph) in just 4,6 sec. The
amazing thrust continues to an ultimate top speed of 300 km/h (188
mph).
Having this much power on tap necessitated other improvements, typical
of those applied to other Hartge BMW conversions. It starts with the
adjustable Hartge sport suspension, lowering the car 30mm (1.2") and
featuring specific rate springs and shock absorbers, as developed and
defined by Hartge engineers on the Nurburging as well as the Autobahns
and roadways of Germany, to provide a both sophisticated and athletic
handling. The best grip to the street with this suspension is enabled
by the high-performance tires (from Pirelli or Continental) mounted on
19" Hartge Classic wheels. The fronts are 235/35R19" while the
rears measure 265/30R19.
The H1 not only gets up to speed quickly, it also scrubs off that speed
effectively, using a specific high-performance brake system from
Hartge. This system includes eight piston front brake calipers and 380
mm cross-drilled floating rotors to create race-car-level deceleration
values and street-proven durability.
The appearance is upgraded, starting with a newly designed front
spoiler, and aesthetically supporting what lies beneath the skin. At
the rear, a new and exclusive center mounted stainless steel rear
silencer shines with dual round tail pipes, announcing the "bark"
that accompanies the "bite" in this pedigreed automobile. Finally,
a new rear spoiler completes the look, one to which most other drivers
will be exposed.
Last but not least the owner and passengers are given the Hartge
treatment, as the interior of the H1 is professionally sport-styled.
Included in the package are motorsport racing seats, a Hartge leather
sport steering wheel, carbon-fiber interior panels, an aluminium
handbrake handle, gear knob, and foot pedals. Finally, a special
Hartge 320 km/h speedometer is fitted, revealing to the privileged
pilot the vehicle's potential.
The Hartge H1 is another standout offering in the world of automotive
accomplishments, continuing Hartge's heritage of transforming BMWs to
the next level. In this automobile, Hartge transforms a premium
entry-level sedan to a pure-blooded sports car. The full Hartge program
also offers individual drive and styling components for the entire BMW
product range, in addition to the new 1 series, allowing any BMW owner
to experience."