The 2001 Rinspeed Advantage R Concept, known as the Advantige Rone, marked a significant venture into the world of unconventional automotive design and eco-friendly performance. Rooted in the influences of Formula 1 and Le Mans racecars, the Advantige Rone presented an aerodynamically efficient, single-seat sports car with striking features.
Externally resembling Formula 3 cars, the Advantige Rone stood at a height of only 97 cm (38 inches), making it the lowest automobile globally and the first sports car running on biofuel derived from kitchen and garden waste. The concept embodied a unique combination of car, motorcycle, and sports car, promising thrills and an unforgettable driving experience.
The vehicle's innovative features included a bivalent drive concept, allowing the engine to run on both gasoline and biofuel obtained from processing organic waste. This eco-friendly approach enabled the car to cover 100 kilometers using 100 kilograms of waste, contributing to environmental sustainability.
A dynamic cabin control system offered automatic adjustments to the driver's position based on the speed of travel. The cockpit's height and inclination changed electronically: up to 40 km/h, the cockpit was positioned at its highest for improved visibility, while beyond 75 km/h, it lowered by approximately 30 cm into its lowest position. Furthermore, the cabin could tilt to the sides under centrifugal force, enhancing the sensation of riding a motorcycle.
In terms of performance, the Advantige Rone featured an inline-4 engine with a displacement of 1795 cc, producing 120 bhp at 5500 rpm and 165 Nm of torque at 3000 rpm. The lightweight concept, weighing 750 kg, boasted a 5-speed manual transmission, reaching a top speed of around 205 kph (127.4 mph) and accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 5.8 seconds.
Visually, the Advantige Rone incorporated Formula 1 influences, with its body lines accentuated by longitudinal air inlets resembling shark gills. The traditional rear-view mirrors were replaced by three color cameras, transmitting images to LCD monitors in the cockpit. This design choice contributed to the car's overall aerodynamic efficiency.
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The environmentally conscious Advantige Rone showcased Rinspeed's commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive design, introducing innovative technologies, and exploring sustainable fuel options, making it a standout concept in the automotive landscape.
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