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From press release
The new challenger makes its debut while preparations for the start of the BMW M4 DTM's first season enter the finishing straight.
The submission of the necessary papers for the aerodynamic homologation of the 2014-spec DTM cars to the Deutsche Motor Sport Bund (DMSB) also marks the end of a busy, and yet exciting, period for BMW Motorsport.
Development work on the BMW M4 DTM, which will compete in the forthcoming DTM season, has been in full swing in recent weeks and months. As of today, it is no longer possible to make modifications to fundamental areas of the car, heralding a new phase of preparations for the start of the season in Hockenheim (DE) on 4th May.
The forthcoming tests will primarily focus on optimizing detailed aspects of the total package and understanding how to exhaust the full potential of the BMW M4 DTM.
The new car will make public appearances out on the track at the official ITR tests in Budapest (HU, 31st March - 3rd April) and then at the final test in Hockenheim (DE, 14th - 17th April).
Like last year, the official presentation of all eight BMW M4 DTMs on 25th April in Munich's BMW Welt will provide BMW Motorsport fans with a mouth-watering taste of what they can look forward to in the new season.
Technical data for the BMW M4 DTM
Chassis: carbon-fibre monocoque with integrated tank and steel roll cage; carbon-fibre crash elements on sides; carbon fibre crash elements on front and rear
Length/width/height: 4,775 mm/1,950 mm/approx. 1,200 mm
Tank capacity: 120 litres
Engine: 90° V8 aspirated engine, four valves per cylinder, 2 x 28.0 mm air restrictors (in accordance with regulations)
Capacity: 4,000 ccm
Output: approx. 480 bhp (with air restrictors, in accordance with regulations)
Max. torque: approx. 500 Nm
Engine management system: Bosch MS 5.1 engine control unit, central display
Transmission: Sequential 6-speed sports gearbox, operated via pneumatic shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel; 4-plate ZF Sachs carbon-fibre clutch; adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential
Front axle/rear axle: Double wishbone axle with pushrods and adjustable shock absorbers with six settings; H&R coil springs
Brakes: Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system; monoblock, light-alloy brake callipers; inner-ventilated brake discs at front and rear; brake-force distribution can be adjusted by driver; electromagnetic starting valve
Wheels: Forged aluminium rims; 18" x 12" front, 18" x 13" rear
Tires: Hankook; front: 300-680-18, rear: 320-710-18
The new challenger makes its debut while preparations for the start of the BMW M4 DTM's first season enter the finishing straight.
The submission of the necessary papers for the aerodynamic homologation of the 2014-spec DTM cars to the Deutsche Motor Sport Bund (DMSB) also marks the end of a busy, and yet exciting, period for BMW Motorsport.
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| BMW M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |
Development work on the BMW M4 DTM, which will compete in the forthcoming DTM season, has been in full swing in recent weeks and months. As of today, it is no longer possible to make modifications to fundamental areas of the car, heralding a new phase of preparations for the start of the season in Hockenheim (DE) on 4th May.
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| BMW M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |
The forthcoming tests will primarily focus on optimizing detailed aspects of the total package and understanding how to exhaust the full potential of the BMW M4 DTM.
 |
| BMW M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |
The new car will make public appearances out on the track at the official ITR tests in Budapest (HU, 31st March - 3rd April) and then at the final test in Hockenheim (DE, 14th - 17th April).
 |
| BMW M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |
Like last year, the official presentation of all eight BMW M4 DTMs on 25th April in Munich's BMW Welt will provide BMW Motorsport fans with a mouth-watering taste of what they can look forward to in the new season.
 |
| BMW M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |
Technical data for the BMW M4 DTM
Chassis: carbon-fibre monocoque with integrated tank and steel roll cage; carbon-fibre crash elements on sides; carbon fibre crash elements on front and rear
Length/width/height: 4,775 mm/1,950 mm/approx. 1,200 mm
Tank capacity: 120 litres
Engine: 90° V8 aspirated engine, four valves per cylinder, 2 x 28.0 mm air restrictors (in accordance with regulations)
Capacity: 4,000 ccm
Output: approx. 480 bhp (with air restrictors, in accordance with regulations)
Max. torque: approx. 500 Nm
Engine management system: Bosch MS 5.1 engine control unit, central display
Transmission: Sequential 6-speed sports gearbox, operated via pneumatic shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel; 4-plate ZF Sachs carbon-fibre clutch; adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential
Front axle/rear axle: Double wishbone axle with pushrods and adjustable shock absorbers with six settings; H&R coil springs
Brakes: Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system; monoblock, light-alloy brake callipers; inner-ventilated brake discs at front and rear; brake-force distribution can be adjusted by driver; electromagnetic starting valve
Wheels: Forged aluminium rims; 18" x 12" front, 18" x 13" rear
Tires: Hankook; front: 300-680-18, rear: 320-710-18
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| BMW M4 and M4 DTM (Photo: BMW) |