To reiterate, Mercedes-Benz won't be putting the F400 Carving into production, but don't be surprised to see active camber steering and asymmetrical-tread tires on one of the automaker's roadster or sport sedan models in the next decade. After all, systems such as Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) electrohydraulic brakes and Active Body Control (ABC), both recently brought into production, originally debuted on research cars similar in purpose to this concept.
So while unusual, the F400 Carving's innovative technology points to a very exciting Mercedes-Benz future, a future where the German automaker could very well leave all other competitors far behind when it comes to handling dynamics. No doubt, all carmakers are taking note.
Specifications:
- Body Type: 2-door convertible, tubular space frame, carbon-fiber reinforced plastic
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 221-hp (165 kW), 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) of torque, 3.2-L, 18-valve, SOHC V6
- Transmission: 6-spd sequential gearbox with steering wheel controls
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 6.9 seconds
- Lateral Acceleration (max): 1.28 Gs
- Web Site: www.mercedes-benz.ca
