"With the MF5 we are primarily addressing the wishes of many GT enthusiasts who want to express their individuality through even more power and sportiness," says Friedhelm Wiesmann, the spokesperson for the management at Wiesmann. His brother, Martin Wiesmann, responsible as director for development and production, displays similar enthusiasm for the new Wiesmann model: "The GT MF5 represents the ideal model with which to round off our range at the top end, and it is certainly the most exciting sports car that Wiesmann has ever presented to the public." The car's powerful exterior styling already hints at the outstanding driving dynamics that await the driver of a Wiesmann GT MF5: the extremely low, crouching body combined with the wide tyres promise power in abundance. The wing and the diffuser provide plenty of downforce on the rear suspension, guaranteeing excellent stability even at high speeds. A high-performance suspension system has been developed with a great deal of effort at the manufacturing plant in Dülmen, offering exclusive driving enjoyment to the driver of an MF5, but also the necessary degree of safety. Energy-absorbing body zones also contribute to the safety of the Wiesmann GT MF5, along with the rigid aluminium monocoque with integrated side-impact protection, as well as ABS as standard in conjunction with DSC dynamic stability control. The low overall weight combined with aerodynamic perfection also delivers an extremely low emissions figure in this performance category. The cockpit is geared in all respects to the functions of a sports car. Everything that is necessary for driving and operating the vehicle is within perfect reach of the driver. The low seating position, just ahead of the rear axle, ensures that the driver senses and experiences every movement of this driving machine. Optimum contact with the vehicle is guaranteed by the newly developed sports bucket seats with excellent lateral support, which can be adapted to the body contours of driver and passenger as required. One push of the silver starter button of the Wiesmann GT MF5, just next to the ignition key, and the fun begins! Data and facts Kerb weight 1,380 kg Maximum permissible laden weight: 1,650 kg Dimensions: Length 4.30 m Width 1.95 m Height 1.17 m Wheelbase: 2,507 mm Chassis: aluminium monocoque, glued and riveted Body: high-quality, glass fibre reinforced composite material, diffuser, rear wing, enlarged air intakes, green tinted windows laminated windscreen, side and rear windows made of safety glass, free choice of external paint finishes Engine: front-mounted V10 mid-engine with three-way catalytic converter, petrol injection, stainless steel twin exhaust pipes Cylinders/valves Number 10/4 Engine capacity: cc 4,999 Bore/stroke mm 92/75.2 Nominal power output/ Nominal engine speed: kW/hp/rpm 373/507/7750 Maximum torque/ engine speed: Nm/rpm 520/6100 Maximum engine speed: rpm 8,250 Compression: 12:1 Fuel grade/ octane number: RON 95-98 Fuel consumption: combined 14.8 l / 100 km urban 22.7 l / 100 km extra-urban 10.2 l / 100 km CO2 emissions: combined 357 g/km Emissions level: EU 4 Gearbox: 7-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG) Gear ratios: I/II/III/IV/V/VI 3.99/2.65/1.81/1.39/1.16/1/0.83/R 3.99 Rear axle ratio: 3.62 Differential: variable differential lock Top speed: km/h 310 Acceleration, 0-100 km/h: 3.9 secs. Petrol tank capacity: approx. 70 l. Suspension/wheels Front suspension: Double wishbone, anti-roll bar Rear suspension: Double wishbone and trailing link, anti-roll bar Front wheel rims: 8.5 x 19", BBS RS-GT alloy wheels Rear wheel rims: 10.0 x 19", BBS RS-GT alloy wheels Tyre dimensions: 245/40 ZR 19 - front 275/35 ZR 19 - rear Front brakes Dual-piston sliding callipers with perforated composite brake disks 374 diameter x 36 mm Rear brakes Single-piston sliding callipers with perforated composite brake disks 370 diameter x 24 mm Safety: Integrated side impact protection ABS (Antilock Braking System) DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) Height and reach-adjustable safety steering column BMW security system incl. recognised electronic immobiliser (EWS lll) Three-point seat belts Hydraulic power steering |