DAMN those Audi patents!

Phil Payne · 04-04-11, 11:58 AM

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...s_mostpop_read

"However, the FF's other bit of iconoclasm is its all-wheel-drive system (FF=Ferrari Four). A novel solution, it comprises a compact (6.7 inches deep) two-speed gearbox running off the front of the engine crank, driving the front wheels up to speeds of 124 mph (fourth gear). The so-called Power Transfer Unit is actuated by a multiplate clutch pack doing the bidding of the car's dynamic handling computers. Up to 20% of engine torque can be channeled through the PTU, which like the rear transaxle provides side-to-side torque vectoring to help the car maintain the desired line."

BIGGYIN · 04-04-11, 05:15 PM

0-62 mph in 3.7 inches.

Warp speed.

aimanrs2 · 04-04-11, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGGYIN

0-62 mph in 3.7 inches.

Warp speed.

LOL,this is not a car i believe more to time machine...

rtz62 · 04-04-11, 05:24 PM

I'd rather have a mint early lhd ur or a mint late 20v RR than that monstrosity 

aimanrs2 · 04-04-11, 05:27 PM

Can Jensen sue ferrari for using FF name? just wondering..

Couperman · 04-04-11, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGGYIN

0-62 mph in 3.7 inches.

Warp speed.

Karl, do you not mean 3.7 secs (Ferrari FF - fecking fast)

Willbo · 04-04-11, 05:42 PM

It looks very similar to a BMW Z3 M Coupe? BMWs finest in my book.

pimpdriver · 04-04-11, 06:10 PM

"ice/snow" setting. Bet my 80 sport on winter tyres would piss all over it up a snowy incline.......

SorenR · 04-04-11, 06:15 PM

How do they define "four seater".... is that equal to an S4 B5 Avant with some "minor" modifications ????

Because...

“Jump in!” Arek shouts, “and don’t worry about the seatbelt… just hang on real tight.”

At this point we know that the whole “hold on real tight” thing clearly goes without saying! With the “old” motor setup and lower ~8,000 RPM rev limit, the car was making in the neighborhood of 800 hp without the nitrous. Arek cleanly rolled the car out and short shifted 1st and 2nd gears. Once in 3rd and spinning about 3000 RPM on the tach, he finally punches it.

At first, not a whole lot seems to happen. The car accelerates somewhat briskly, but it’s quite obvious it’s longing to be a little further up in the rev range. A few short moments later, the tach is rounding 5,000 RPM and that’s when the real fun begins.

At this point the unfiltered open turbos scream a violent shriek as the tachometer, boost gauge, and speedometer shoot though their ranges at roughly the same rate as our insides to the back of the seat. Holy Hannah! Mothers, secure your children. To be honest, riding in a car this fast is something one cannot prepare for. We knew it was going to be intense and we prepared our body for it, but it was still an overwhelming experience.

We can do nothing but hold on tight (as previously directed) and break into a smile. Instantly the turbos spooled with a bang as the four quattro-driven Hoosier slicks officially lose their battle to fully harness the power at hand. Our clenched cheeks can clearly feel the car “crab” slightly since complete traction is nowhere to be found on the weather beaten airstrip.

Traction problems at 100 mph? You bet!

Just after the tach is completely buried past 7,000 RPM, Arek slams the shifter home into 4th. He’s quick, so quick the large turbos don’t have time to fall off of spool. A quick chirp proves the Hoosiers still aren’t up to the task at hand. 4th gear pulls just about as hard as 3rd though we finally get the feeling that the tires are hooking up.

By the time we are ready for 5th gear we’re past the end of the quarter mile trap area and going well over 140 mph. Arek grabs the stock brakes which do a respectable job of slowing the significantly lightened car down. Following a quick U-turn we blast back towards the starting line. The complete lack of sound insulation, large open exhaust piping, and open wastegates just a few feet in front of us equate to a tremendous sound that nearly matches the violence of the acceleration.

The performance is truly mind blowing. How fast? 0-60 mph comes in under 2 seconds. 100 mph flys by somewhere around 6 seconds. If all goes well, this S4 will trip the quarter mile traps at about 9.7 seconds at a speed over 145 mph. Arek is happy with the shakedown run as we pull back into the pits.

Full story:
part 1 -> http://www.audiworld.com/news/06/aud...ds-in-poland1/
part 2 -> http://www.audiworld.com/news/06/aud.../content.shtml

BIGGYIN · 04-04-11, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Couperman

Karl, do you not mean 3.7 secs (Ferrari FF - fecking fast)

Read the very bottom,of article.

04-04-11, 05:15 PM	#2
BIGGYIN 4 ring whore! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Merseyside Posts: 7,976	0-62 mph in 3.7 inches.Warp speed. __________________ q90 B2 Type 85 - q90 B2 Type 85-PROJECT-ABY 20vt KARL. Injection is nice but I'd rather be blown

04-04-11, 05:42 PM	#7
Willbo Mr 80 quattro! Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Carlisle Posts: 1,279	It looks very similar to a BMW Z3 M Coupe? BMWs finest in my book. __________________ VW Golf Tdi Porsche 924 Turbo (Brown) http://www.zolfe.com/Index.htm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqzmc...eature=related

04-04-11, 06:10 PM	#8
pimpdriver Devon Pastie Muncher Classic Audi Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Calne Wiltshire Posts: 7,530	"ice/snow" setting. Bet my 80 sport on winter tyres would piss all over it up a snowy incline....... __________________ Winter tyres now! Driving the B2 80CL as a daily and LOVING it!!!!

04-04-11, 05:24 PM	#4
rtz62 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,527	I'd rather have a mint early lhd ur or a mint late 20v RR than that monstrosity 

04-04-11, 05:27 PM	#5
aimanrs2 Grown up member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: East coast Malaysia Posts: 244	Can Jensen sue ferrari for using FF name? just wondering..

04-04-11, 06:15 PM	#9
SorenR Grown up member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Vesterlyng/Föllenslev, Denmark Posts: 563	How do they define "four seater".... is that equal to an S4 B5 Avant with some "minor" modifications ???? Because... “Jump in!” Arek shouts, “and don’t worry about the seatbelt… just hang on real tight.” At this point we know that the whole “hold on real tight” thing clearly goes without saying! With the “old” motor setup and lower ~8,000 RPM rev limit, the car was making in the neighborhood of 800 hp without the nitrous. Arek cleanly rolled the car out and short shifted 1st and 2nd gears. Once in 3rd and spinning about 3000 RPM on the tach, he finally punches it. At first, not a whole lot seems to happen. The car accelerates somewhat briskly, but it’s quite obvious it’s longing to be a little further up in the rev range. A few short moments later, the tach is rounding 5,000 RPM and that’s when the real fun begins. At this point the unfiltered open turbos scream a violent shriek as the tachometer, boost gauge, and speedometer shoot though their ranges at roughly the same rate as our insides to the back of the seat. Holy Hannah! Mothers, secure your children. To be honest, riding in a car this fast is something one cannot prepare for. We knew it was going to be intense and we prepared our body for it, but it was still an overwhelming experience. We can do nothing but hold on tight (as previously directed) and break into a smile. Instantly the turbos spooled with a bang as the four quattro-driven Hoosier slicks officially lose their battle to fully harness the power at hand. Our clenched cheeks can clearly feel the car “crab” slightly since complete traction is nowhere to be found on the weather beaten airstrip. Traction problems at 100 mph? You bet! Just after the tach is completely buried past 7,000 RPM, Arek slams the shifter home into 4th. He’s quick, so quick the large turbos don’t have time to fall off of spool. A quick chirp proves the Hoosiers still aren’t up to the task at hand. 4th gear pulls just about as hard as 3rd though we finally get the feeling that the tires are hooking up. By the time we are ready for 5th gear we’re past the end of the quarter mile trap area and going well over 140 mph. Arek grabs the stock brakes which do a respectable job of slowing the significantly lightened car down. Following a quick U-turn we blast back towards the starting line. The complete lack of sound insulation, large open exhaust piping, and open wastegates just a few feet in front of us equate to a tremendous sound that nearly matches the violence of the acceleration. The performance is truly mind blowing. How fast? 0-60 mph comes in under 2 seconds. 100 mph flys by somewhere around 6 seconds. If all goes well, this S4 will trip the quarter mile traps at about 9.7 seconds at a speed over 145 mph. Arek is happy with the shakedown run as we pull back into the pits. Full story: part 1 -> http://www.audiworld.com/news/06/aud...ds-in-poland1/ part 2 -> http://www.audiworld.com/news/06/aud.../content.shtml