In 1991 at the International Motor Shows of Detroit and Geneva, Pininfarina presented the Chronos, a research concept based on GM mechanicals, particularly the Opel Lotus Omega's ones, at that time the fastest sedan all over the world. The Chronos II kept similar proportions and its major difference was its headlights, front bumper, and paint job.
The unusual glass roof of the GM Chronos concept was impregnated with liquid crystals. When an electrical current was applied to the glass, it darkened instantly, helping keep the sunlight (and prying eyes) out.
Pininfarina's intention in this design study was to give hommage and concrete evidence to the Company's collaboration with GM while realizing a powerful convertible able to match outstanding performance to equivalent styling distinction: a proposal in line with the tradition of Pininfarina sports cars, the typical feature of which have always topped out the ranges of high volume producers.
Engine & performance:
Position: front
Type: Opel Lotus Omega, 6-cylinder, twin-turbo
Capacity: 3615 cc
Power: 337 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 568 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Drive: RWD
Dimensions:
Length: 4320 mm
Width: 1880 mm
Height: 1250 mm
Wheelbase: 2450 mm
Source: pininfarina spa.
Pictured Above: The 1991 GM/Opel Chronos Concept by Pininfarina
Pictured Above: The 1992 GM/Opel Chronos II Concept by Pininfarina
