Monday, April 17, 2017

Size and Proportions

In this phase of the design process, I will look at some key dimensions of the model, derived from my sketches, and compare them to similar vehicles. This is known as benchmarking.

The Ferrari LaFerrari is a modern rear engine, RWD supercar. I chose this vehicle for comparison because of the similarity in side profile view to my model.

Exterior Dimensions:

LaFerrari
Length: 185.1"
Width: 78.4"
Height: 43.9″
Wheelbase: 104.3″
Front Track: 66.9"
Rear Track: 64.4"

My Model
Length: 181
Width: 72.
Height: 47
Wheelbase: 105.5
Front Track: 65.
Rear Track: 63.

My Model
LaFerrari Front (not mine)

LaFerrari Side View (not mine)


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2 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 19, 2017 at 1:46 PM

    You picked a great model to benchmark to. How are the differences in sizes going to affect your overall choice of engine?

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  2. AlekApril 23, 2017 at 10:29 PM

    Good Question. It really depends on the amount of space between the occupants and the rear spindle, rather than the overall length. The LaFerrari has an enormous 6.3 L V12 engine, so my model will still have adequate space for a smaller engine. (e.g. V10)

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