Racing Dynamics K55 Hurricane Compact (E36)

    Description

    The Racing Dynamics K55 Hurricane Compact is a deeply modified hatchback based on the BMW 318ti Compact (E36 body).

    A V-shaped 12-cylinder engine from the BMW 850Ci was installed on the car. But not standard, but modified, as for the Racing Dynamics K55 Sport Coupe based on the BMW 8-series model (E31 body). Thus, the engine displacement was increased from 5 liters to 5.5, the diameter of the valves was increased, sports camshafts were installed, the engine management program was redesigned, and the exhaust gases were directed through a specially designed Zytek exhaust system. As a result, the maximum power has increased to 427 hp. With. at 5900 rpm, and torque up to 547 N∙m.

    Torque is sent to the wheels via a 6-speed Getrag transmission, which was borrowed from the same car; from him - the flywheel and clutch, both reinforced.

    In addition, it was decided to abandon the standard BMW 850Ci traction control system, and the engineers abandoned the electric accelerator with which it is linked on the 8 Series in favor of a conventional cable, providing a clearer engine response to the work of the gas pedal.

    Chassis tuning was not limited to springs, dampers and anti-roll bars. At the rear, a structure from the BMW M3 E46 was installed: a self-locking differential, a special subframe. The body was additionally reinforced with a massive strut installed at the attachment points of the upper supports of the rear suspension, and longitudinal power elements welded into the bottom. The attachment points of the front suspension have been moved and strengthened: the geometry has been changed to take into account the increased loads. The ground clearance was adjustable.

    As a result of all the changes, the car became capable of accelerating to the first hundred in just 4.5 seconds, and the maximum speed increased to 305 kph. According to unofficial data, the car could reach 330 kph, but Racing Dynamics limited the maximum speed to 305 kph to protect their customers from possible consequences.

    To keep this "beast" under control, the brakes were seriously strengthened: specially made 4-piston calipers were installed, the front discs were ventilated, and in addition, an anti-lock system was installed.

    Exterior changes included new front and rear spoilers, side skirts, streamlined exterior mirrors, and alloy wheels. In the interior, the steering wheel was changed to a sports three-spoke, a gearshift knob appeared and liquid crystal displays were added, as in racing cars, in front of the driver and in front of the passenger.

    The cost of the car at that time was $97,478.

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    Bodywork
    Years of production
    1996-1997
    Body type
    хэтчбек
    Number of doors
    3
    Number of places
    4
    Engine
    Engine type
    бензиновый
    Engine location
    спереди, продольное
    Engine model
    RD K55 (BMW M70B50)
    Cylinders
    V12
    V-angle
    60°
    Cylinder operation
    1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10
    Capacity (cc)
    5486
    Power output (hp / kW /)
    427 /
    314 /
    at rpm
    5900
    Torque (N·m)
    547
    at rpm
    4100
    Bore (mm)
    84,0
    Stroke (mm)
    82,5
    Compression
    10,0
    Number of valves
    4/48
    Valvetrain
    DOHC
    Block material
    алюминиевый сплав
    Fuel system
    впрыск
    Fuel system model
    Bosch DME
    Turbocharger
    Specific
    Specific output (hp/litre)
    77,83
    Specific output (hp/tonne)
    292,27
    Specific output (kg/hp)
    3,42
    Specific torque (N·m/litre)
    99,71
    Specific torque (N·m/tonne)
    374,40
    Transmission
    Driven wheels
    задний
    Clutch
    однодисковое
    Gearbox model
    Getrag
    Gearbox
    механическая
    Number of speeds
    6
    Suspension
    Front suspension
    макферсон
    Rear suspension
    независимая многорычажная
    Elastic elements in front
    пружины
    Elastic elements in rear
    пружины
    Front anti-roll bar
    да
    Rear anti-roll bar
    да
    Wheel size front
    8,5J×18
    Wheel size rear
    8,5J×18
    Tire brand
    Pirelli P7000
    Tyres front
    235/40 R18
    Tyres rear
    265/35 R18
    Steering
    Steering type
    шестерня-рейка
    Power steering
    гидравлический
    Brakes specs
    Brakes front
    дисковые вентилируемые
    Brakes rear
    дисковые
    Front brake diameter (mm)
    355×34
    Rear brake diameter (mm)
    312×28
    Disc material
    чугун
    Number of caliper pistons (front/rear)
    4/1
    Anti-lock braking system
    да
    Dimensions and weight
    Body
    несущий
    Body material
    сталь
    Length (mm)
    4210
    Width (mm)
    1698
    Height (mm)
    1368
    Wheelbase (mm)
    2718
    Front track (mm)
    1435
    Rear track (mm)
    1438
    Curb weight (kg)
    1461
    Performance specs
    Fuel tank capacity (l)
    62
    Fuel type
    бензин
    Dynamic specs
    Acceleration 0-100 kph (s)
    4,5
    Top speed (kph)
    306
    Top speed (mph)
    190
    Last modified
    29.06.2023

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