 Acura News : Acura HSC (High-Performance Sports Concept) to be Displayed at Detroit Auto Show
Acura's 300-plus horsepower HSC (High-Performance Sports Concept) will make
its domestic debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
The HSC is a design study combining the ultimate in supercar performance with
the interior comfort and handling ease of a daily driver. It features a
lightweight body, a compact yet powerful engine and a racing-inspired interior.
The High-Performance Sports Concept features a lightweight 3.5-liter V-6
engine located midship for optimum balance and superior handling. Shifting is
accomplished through a unique dial shifter located on the center console or an
F-1 style paddle shifter located on the steering wheel.
The HSC features a 4-wheel double wishbone suspension with six-piston caliper
Brembo disc brakes on each wheel. Five-spoke forged aluminum alloy racing wheels
are shod with 245/35ZR19 tires in front and 295/30ZR20 tires in the rear.
The HSC body is composed of carbon fiber panels over an all-aluminum unit
body frame. Short overhangs and a 104.7-inch wheelbase maximize handling and
agility
The cockpit is rounded and sleek for an aggressive look as well as increased
visibility. A clear glass engine cover, located behind the cockpit, shows off
the engine. The lower body boasts a low waistline, rectangular air intakes on
both sides, curvaceous fenders, scissor-style doors and sharp lines that leave
no doubt to the concept's sporty nature.
The wedge-shaped front fascia includes large, lower air ducts,
projector-style HID headlamps and smooth lines for enhanced aerodynamics. In the
rear, high-illumination LEDs are incorporated into the taillight housing for a
visibility-enhancing three-dimensional design. Dual exhaust tips are integrated
into the bumper and a rearview camera, located next to the taillights, transmits
the view behind the car to the driver via the navigation system tilt-up screen
when the concept shifts into reverse.
Inside, the concept features a race inspired cockpit with black nubuck
leather trim and anodized aluminum accents on the door panels, center console,
steering wheel and meter housings. Dual gauge clusters feature a
tachometer/shift meter on the left and an analog/digital speedometer on the
right. A thick, leather-wrapped performance steering wheel and aluminum foot
pedals offer increased road feedback and precise control.
| Powertrain |
o 300+ horsepower |
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o 3.5-liter V-6 engine |
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o SportShift transmission |
| Suspension |
o 4-wheel double wishbone suspension |
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o Six-piston caliper Brembo disc brakes |
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o Five-spoke forged aluminum alloy wheels |
| Body |
o All-aluminum frame |
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o Carbon fiber body panels |
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o Satin silver paint |
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o HID headlamps |
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o High-illumination LED taillights |
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o Rearview camera |
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o Dual exhaust tips |
| Interior |
o Black leather seats |
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o Anodized aluminum and carbon fiber accent trim |
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o Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
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o Aluminum foot pedals |
By The_News_Guy on Tuesday, January 06 2004
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