Tramontana has issued the following press release:
Chassis, 100% carbon fiber
It has never been seen in the automotive history a street sports car which resembles so much a Formula 1 like the Tramontana does. It is the first time in the sports car market that it has been incorporated a 100 % carbon fibre monocoque chassis inspired in the design of a Formula 1 and manufactured with the same criteria, guaranteeing a high protection for its passengers. Moreover, it introduces a new structural system that combines an indeformable central zone (cockpit) with a weight of 128kg with other 8 deformable zones calculated for the absorption of the impact energy
On the other hand, this monocoque, especially developed for the Tramontana, contributes a lightness and maximum rigidity to the whole, factor that together with its suspension system, unique on its market of double wishbones with pushrod and a great length of arms, improves the dynamical aptitudes of the vehicle. All this elaborated with materials of last generation of aerospace technology like the steel to the cromolibdenium, magnesium and duraluminium. Without doubt in the Tramontana the efficiency of the geometry and the weight has been tested, obtaining as result an unequalled performance.
Engine, from the competition to the asphalt
Among the final solutions of the Tramontana, we find a new electronic system and a central gasoline engine V12 Biturbo capable to offer a power from 550 Hp to 720 Hp, selectable through a switch situated in the dashboard.
Associated to a 6-speed gearbox, specially developed for the Tramontana, this 12 cylinders propeller in V reaches the 720 Hp to 5.750rpm with a maximum pair torque of 920nm at 4.000rpm. The result, 345 km/h of top speed and 3,7 seconds to reach the 100 km/h from stopped departure.
The weight-power relation is elevated to the 1,7 Kg/Hp, significant data that allow us to discover the kind of sensations that this fantastic assembly of chassis and engine can offer us.
Car body, beauty and functionality
Without doubt, the design of the Tramontana combines the curves of a fighter with a narrow front and a wider rear of big dimensions and finished in first quality leather and wood imported of the classics of the Spanish automotive industry. This aesthetics remains totally clear thanks to the design of the hardtop, which covers and protects the passengers, and to the rear and front spoilers, in the form of an airplane wing, that assures a great beauty and an excellent support at the same time. In short, a perfect harmony between sensuality, fine materials and elegant lines, an authentic jewel for the collectors. — 2005 Geneva International Motor Show.
All the pieces of the Tramontana car body are also elaborated in carbon fibre, assuring the maximum lightness of the vehicle with a total weight of 1.250 kg.
Thanks to the dynamic study carried out by a.d. Tramontana, the pieces that form part of the car body have been created by considering its functionality and the important vehicle performance.
Suspensions, balance between sportsmanship and comfort
One of the key items of the Tramontana is its system of suspensions of double wishbones with push-rod and its great length of arms, elaborated with a sort of steel of aeronautical and competition specifications of the latest generation.
Two special programs have been used for the development, which have permitted the static and dynamic simulation of the whole vehicle. Different defined adjustments in theoretical calculations have been projected and experienced on it in order to analyze the performance before proceeding to the validation and arriving this way to the definition of the suspensions rates. Finally, a.d. Tramontana has bet on a suspension system that provides a better control, driving comfort, smaller oscillation and better speed cornering, due to the distance between axes, identical to that of a Formula 1.
Steering, very sport sensations
The steering column with double cardan system is adjustable in reach and lift, permitting the drivers to adapt the driving position according to their preferences. Also the a.d. Tramontana engineers have modified the parameters of steering assistance to increase the sport feeling, fact that added to the easy access to the cams on the gear change, situated behind the steering wheel, facilitates the driver the execution of layout you need in any situation. All this contributes to a better driving precision and permits to enjoy all the sports qualities of the model.
Ensured safety
To get the best mark in the subject of security, the Tramontana has been submitted to a Crash Test whose demands have followed the dictations of the official regulation of the FIA. The car, built with a carbon fibre monocoque, has needed a software developed especially to be adapted to the characteristics of the Tramontana. In this study all the pieces passed through a side, front and rear crash test. — New Vanquish S V12.
The Tramontana emphasizes for offering a double security. First, all the exterior pieces are designed and distributed so that in case of impact they never get inside. On the other hand, the chassis has been strength with a security arch that protects the passengers. Moreover, the security of the Tramontana is guaranteed thanks to its private structure that combines an undeformable central zone (cockpit) with other eight collision absorption zones.
Aerodynamics, the exigency of the geometry
The engineers team from a.d.Tramontana has worked very hard to find the maximal exigency and perfection regarding the aerodynamic performance of the Tramontana, an aesthetical reasoning as similar as possible to a Formula 1.
The aerodynamic performance is though to great speed cornering and, at the same time, get a minimum air penetration coefficient Cx=0,4.
The air intakes and cooling of the motor they have been designed with the objective to minimize the friction of the air and to optimize the performance of the motor.
Moreover, the vehicle has a laminated sheet situated under the vehicle, that eliminates turbulences and improves the drag. — Aston Martin V8 Vantage launch.
Seats
The Tramontana also surprises for its interior, where the sportsmanship and the comfort breathe in all the details.
As opposed to the normal position of the passengers, side by side, the tandem position of the seats of the Tramontana has permitted to centre the weight in an excellent way. Technically, a 42-58 weight distribution has been designed, obtaining thus an entrance in curve with a stable relation of 50-50.
On the other hand, the visibility of the Tramontana is superior to that of a conventional vehicle, due to the privileged position of the driver. The position of the seats can be personalized for each client.
High level equipments
Design, performance and finally equipment. Also in this section the Tramontana stands out by offering a high level for a more safe and comfortable driving.
’ Climate control.
’ Electric rear view mirrors.
’ Central locking.
’ Toolkit.
’ Power steering.
’ Hydraulic ride height control: 85-130 mm or 50 mm (Kit deportivo).
’ Servo assisted brakes
’ DVD stereo.
’ Car cover.
’ Bluetooth.
’ GPS.
’ Carbon-fibre hardtop.
’ Air deflector, in cabrio version.
’ Carbon/magnesium wheels.
’ Rear-view camera.
’ ABS.
’ 4 position traction control.
’ Sequential gearbox
’ Tailored luggage
