2001 Opel Signum 2 Concept

The Signum 2 is powered by the prototype of an eight-cylinder direct injection gasoline engine. The so-called ‘Global XV8’ aluminum concept unit was developed by GM Powertrain in the United States.

Infotainment (all systems invisible when not in use): Driver side: Customizable monitor (color, 8.9, 2:1 format) Center console: Central color monitor (7, 16:9 format) for controlling the four main menus: climate control, audio, communication and navigation Passenger side: Computer with Internet access, control via infrared keyboard, color monitor (8.9, 2:1 format) Rear: Two DVD players with headphones and video glasses integrated in the center armrest.

In Detail

engine	Direct Injection XV8
valvetrain	3 Valves / Cyl
displacement	4300 cc / 262.4 in³
power	223.7 kw / 300.0 bhp
specific output	69.77 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	bhp per tonne
torque	400 nm / 295.0 ft lbs
front tires	245/35 R19
rear tires	245/35 R19
front brakes	Ceramic Discs
f brake size	mm / in
rear brakes	Vented Discs
r brake size	mm / in
front wheels	F 48.3 x 21.6 cm / 19.0 x 8.5 in
rear wheels	R 48.3 x 21.6 cm / 19.0 x 8.5 in
wheelbase	2830 mm / 111.4 in
front track	1790 mm / 70.5 in
rear track	1460 mm / 57.5 in
length	4640 mm / 182.7 in
transmission	Shift-by-Wire 5-Speed Auto
gear ratios	:1
top speed	~250 kph / 155.3 mph
drag	0.29 Cd