The news on August 21 is that at the Monterey Car Week in the United States, the British supercar brand BAC (Briggs Automotive Company) grandly launched a new and upgraded version of the Mono single-seat sports car. It is understood that this car has made many improvements and optimizations while retaining classic elements
The appearance of the new Mono has been redesigned, and the overall style is smoother, in line with the Mono The R model is more similar, especially the front line is more streamlined, and the aerodynamic optimization of the carbon fiber air intake gives it better heat dissipation performance. In terms of body material, the application of graphene-reinforced carbon fiber and a new generation of steel structure frame chassis makes the new Mono weigh only 570kg, providing a solid foundation for vehicle performance.
In terms of chassis suspension, BAC Mono maintains the four-wheel double-wishbone independent suspension design. Each corner of the body is equipped with two-way adjustable racing shock absorbers, and Pirelli specially designed for Mono P Zero Trofeo R tires further improve the handling performance
In terms of power system, the new Mono is equipped with a tuned 2.5-liter naturally aspirated Ford engine, with a maximum power of 316 horsepower and 231 pound-feet of torque. Through a series of upgrades, including the addition of forged connecting rods and pistons, upgraded camshafts and valve springs, and adjustments to the intake system with separate throttle valves, the new Mono can run in just 2.7 seconds with rear-wheel drive. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour (about 96 kilometers per hour)
In the future, according to the editor’s understanding, BAC also plans to launch a turbocharged version of Mono in 2024, which is expected to be equipped with Ford EcoBoost The upgraded version of the 2.3-liter engine provides consumers with more power options.
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