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{{Short description|German automobile manufacturer}}
{{Short description|German niche automobile manufacturer}}
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| founder = Martin Wiesmann<br> Friedhelm Wiesmann
| founder = Martin Wiesmann<br> Friedhelm Wiesmann
| hq_location_city = [[Dülmen]]
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| key_people = {{Unbulleted list|Roheen Berry ([[Chief executive officer|CEO]])}}
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'''Wiesmann GmbH''' is a German [[automobile]] manufacturer that specializes in hand-built custom [[convertible (car)|convertible]]s and coupes. Brothers Martin Wiesmann and Friedhelm Wiesmann founded the company in 1988 which has its headquarters located in Dülmen.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Wiesmann Sports Cars – a Journey Of Time Travel|url=https://dyler.com/posts/421/wiesmann-sports-cars-a-journey-of-time-travel|access-date=2021-03-08|website=dyler.com|language=en}}</ref> The business was temporarily closed in May 2014,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2018-08-09|title=Retro sports car maker Wiesmann to return next year|url=https://www.driving.co.uk/news/retro-sports-car-maker-wiesmann-return-next-year/|access-date=2021-03-09|website=Driving.co.uk from The Sunday Times|language=en-GB}}</ref> and following a buyout by London-based investor Roheen Berry who took over as CEO,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Interview With Roheen Berry, Owner & CEO Of Wiesmann|url=https://www.luxuriousmagazine.com/roheen-berry-wiesmann-interview/|access-date=2021-03-08|language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Radu|first=Mihnea|date=2015-11-17|title=Wiesmann Bought by British Investors, to Restart Production in 2016, Company Founder Says|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/wiesmann-bought-by-british-investors-to-restart-production-in-2016-company-founder-says-102095.html|access-date=2021-03-09|website=autoevolution|language=en}}</ref> it is set to return with a new model, powered by a BMW M division-sourced [[V8 engine]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=The BMW M5 Powered Wiesmann GT MF5 - The Market Herald|url=https://themarketherald.com.au/magazine/the-bmw-m5-powered-wiesmann-gt-mf5-2020-07-02/|access-date=2021-03-08|website=themarketherald.com.au|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-11-04|title=2020 Wiesmann MF6 Makes First Public Appearance, Packs BMW M5 Power|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2019/11/2020-wiesmann-mf6-makes-first-public-appearance-packs-bmw-m5-power/|access-date=2021-03-08|website=Carscoops|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=2020 Wiesmann 'Project Gecko' to have BMW V8 power|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2020-wiesmann-project-gecko-have-bmw-v8-power|access-date=2021-03-08|website=Autocar|language=en}}</ref> The relaunch of the Wiesmann brand has more than one model, including an [[electric vehicle]], in the pipeline and the pre-development phase of the car has been completed. A teaser video of the brand's rebirth, posted on their website, tells viewers to “expect the unexpected”.<ref name="closed">{{cite web|url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/hollands-wiesmann-shuts-down.html|title=Germany's Wiesmann shuts down|author=Leftlane|date=8 May 2014|work=Leftlane|access-date=2015-03-23}}</ref>
'''Wiesmann GmbH''' is a German [[automobile]] manufacturer that specializes in hand-built custom [[convertible (car)|convertible]]s and coupes. Brothers Martin Wiesmann and Friedhelm Wiesmann founded the company in 1988 which has its headquarters located in Dülmen.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Wiesmann Sports Cars – a Journey Of Time Travel|url=https://dyler.com/posts/421/wiesmann-sports-cars-a-journey-of-time-travel|access-date=2021-03-08|website=dyler.com|language=en}}</ref> The business was temporarily closed in May 2014,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2018-08-09|title=Retro sports car maker Wiesmann to return next year|url=https://www.driving.co.uk/news/retro-sports-car-maker-wiesmann-return-next-year/|access-date=2021-03-09|website=Driving.co.uk from The Sunday Times|language=en-GB}}</ref> and following a buyout by London-based investor Roheen Berry who took over as CEO,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Interview With Roheen Berry, Owner & CEO Of Wiesmann|date=July 2019 |url=https://www.luxuriousmagazine.com/roheen-berry-wiesmann-interview/|access-date=2021-03-08|language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Radu|first=Mihnea|date=2015-11-17|title=Wiesmann Bought by British Investors, to Restart Production in 2016, Company Founder Says|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/wiesmann-bought-by-british-investors-to-restart-production-in-2016-company-founder-says-102095.html|access-date=2021-03-09|website=autoevolution|language=en}}</ref> it is set to return with a new model, powered by a BMW M division-sourced [[V8 engine]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=The BMW M5 Powered Wiesmann GT MF5 - The Market Herald|url=https://themarketherald.com.au/magazine/the-bmw-m5-powered-wiesmann-gt-mf5-2020-07-02/|access-date=2021-03-08|website=themarketherald.com.au|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-11-04|title=2020 Wiesmann MF6 Makes First Public Appearance, Packs BMW M5 Power|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2019/11/2020-wiesmann-mf6-makes-first-public-appearance-packs-bmw-m5-power/|access-date=2021-03-08|website=Carscoops|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=2020 Wiesmann 'Project Gecko' to have BMW V8 power|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/2020-wiesmann-project-gecko-have-bmw-v8-power|access-date=2021-03-08|website=Autocar|language=en}}</ref> The relaunch of the Wiesmann brand has more than one model, including an [[electric vehicle]], in the pipeline and the pre-development phase of the car has been completed. A teaser video of the brand's rebirth, posted on their website, tells viewers to “expect the unexpected”.<ref name="closed">{{cite web|url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/hollands-wiesmann-shuts-down.html|title=Germany's Wiesmann shuts down|author=Leftlane|date=8 May 2014|work=Leftlane|access-date=2015-03-23}}</ref>


In its previous era, Wiesmann used [[BMW]]'s six-cylinder engines to power its MF models until the introduction in 2003 of the GT MF4, which used BMW's 4.8-litre V8, and the MF 5, which used the M5's 5.0-litre V10.<ref>{{Cite web|title=The neo-retro coupe returns with revised styling and a BMW M5-sourced engine|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/wiesmann/2022-wiesmann-mf-6-ar187219.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-03-08|website=www.topspeed.com}}</ref>
In its previous era, Wiesmann used [[BMW]]'s six-cylinder engines to power its MF models until the introduction in 2003 of the GT MF4, which used BMW's 4.8-litre V8, and the MF5, which used the M5's 5.0-litre V10.<ref>{{Cite web|title=The neo-retro coupe returns with revised styling and a BMW M5-sourced engine|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/wiesmann/2022-wiesmann-mf-6-ar187219.html|access-date=2021-03-08|website=www.topspeed.com|date=12 December 2019 }}</ref>


==History==
==History==
[[File:WiesmannGecko.jpg|thumb|right|Wiesmann's gecko logo was incorporated into the design of its factory in Dülmen, Germany.]]
[[File:WiesmannGecko.jpg|thumb|right|Wiesmann's gecko logo was incorporated into the design of its factory in Dülmen, Germany.]]
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The company's first roadster left the workshop in 1993. By 2006, they were producing the Wiesmann MF 3 and MF 30 [[Roadster (automobile)|roadsters]] and the Wiesmann [[Grand tourer|GT]] MF 4 [[coupe|coupé]], all of which utilized engine and [[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] components supplied by BMW. The company, which made around 180 hand-built cars each year, used a [[gecko]] logo because they claimed their cars "stick to the road like geckos to a wall"


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The company's first roadster left the workshop in 1993. By 2006, they were producing the Wiesmann MF3 and MF30 [[Roadster (automobile)|roadsters]] and the Wiesmann [[Grand tourer|GT]] MF4 [[coupe|coupé]], all of which utilized engine and [[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] components supplied by BMW. The company, which made around 180 hand-built cars each year, used a [[gecko]] logo because they claimed their cars "stick to the road like geckos to a wall"
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By 2010, Wiesmann planned to begin exporting vehicles to the US. Factors including poor exchange rates and the high costs of modifying and testing cars to meet US automotive regulations hindered these plans.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoweek.com/article/20060918/FREE/309180004/ |title=Autoweek Wiesmann Article}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gtspirit.com/category/supercars/wiesmann/ |title=GTSPIRIT Article |publisher=GTSPIRIT Article |access-date=2011-02-06}}</ref> On August 14, 2013, Wiesmann filed for [[insolvency]] at the local court in [[Münster]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.spiegel.de/auto/aktuell/wiesmann-meldet-insolvenz-an-a-916840.html|title=Wiesmann meldet Insolvenz an|author=((SPIEGEL ONLINE, Hamburg, Germany))|date=15 August 2013|work=SPIEGEL ONLINE}}</ref> Four months later, Wiesmann's management board filed to dismiss the insolvency proceedings due to abolition of the insolvency reasons, while the creditors’ meeting was also postponed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carscoops.com/2013/12/wiesmann-emerges-from-insolvency-will.html|title=Wiesmann Emerges from Insolvency, Will Meet Creditors on December 16|author=Carscoop Carscoop|work=Carscoops}}</ref> A UK-based consortium was interested in taking over Wiesmann and resuming production, but the company was closed a month later. London-based investor Roheen Berry bought out the company and became its CEO.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-12-08|title=Wiesmann MF6 Spied In The Wild|url=https://carbuzz.com/news/wiesmann-mf6-spied-in-the-wild|access-date=2021-03-08|website=CarBuzz|language=en-us}}</ref>


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By 2010, Wiesmann planned to begin exporting vehicles to the US. Factors including poor exchange rates and the high costs of modifying and testing cars to meet US automotive regulations hindered these plans.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoweek.com/article/20060918/FREE/309180004/ |title=Autoweek Wiesmann Article}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gtspirit.com/category/supercars/wiesmann/ |title=GTSPIRIT Article |publisher=GTSPIRIT Article |access-date=2011-02-06}}</ref> On August 14, 2013, Wiesmann filed for [[insolvency]] at the local court in [[Münster]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.spiegel.de/auto/aktuell/wiesmann-meldet-insolvenz-an-a-916840.html|title=Wiesmann meldet Insolvenz an|author=((SPIEGEL ONLINE, Hamburg, Germany))|date=15 August 2013|work=SPIEGEL ONLINE}}</ref> Four months later, Wiesmann's management board filed to dismiss the insolvency proceedings due to abolition of the insolvency reasons, while the creditors’ meeting was also postponed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carscoops.com/2013/12/wiesmann-emerges-from-insolvency-will.html|title=Wiesmann Emerges from Insolvency, Will Meet Creditors on December 16|author=Carscoop Carscoop|work=Carscoops}}</ref> A UK-based consortium was interested in taking over Wiesmann and resuming production, but the company was closed a month later. London-based investor Roheen Berry bought out the company and became its CEO.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-12-08|title=Wiesmann MF6 Spied In The Wild|url=https://carbuzz.com/news/wiesmann-mf6-spied-in-the-wild|access-date=2021-03-08|website=CarBuzz|language=en-us}}</ref>
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In 2022, Wiesmann announced they were entering the electric sports car market.<ref>{{cite news |last=Duff |first=Mike |date=December 7, 2022 |title=Wiesmann Project Thunderball EV Prototype Fuses Past and Future |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a42097295/wiesmann-project-thunderball-prototype-drive/ |work=[[Car and Driver]]|access-date=April 28, 2023}}</ref> Production of the zero-emission Thunderball will start in the 2024 model year<ref>{{cite news |last=Barontini |first=Francesco |date=March 8, 2023 |title=WIESMANN PROJECT THUNDERBALL ELECTRIC REBIRTH |url=https://autodesignmagazine.com/en/2023/03/wiesmann-project-thunderball-electric-rebirth/ |work=Auto & Design |access-date= April 28, 2023}}</ref> with the entire first year's run already sold out.<ref>{{cite news |last=Doll |first=Scooter |date=February 13, 2023 |title=Wiesmann’s $320k 'Project Thunderball' roadster EV sells out entire first year of production |url=https://electrek.co/2023/02/13/wiesmanns-project-thunderball-roadster-ev-sells-out-production/ |work=Electrek |access-date=April 28, 2023}}</ref>

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In 2022, Wiesmann announced they were entering the electric sports car market.<ref>{{cite news |last=Duff |first=Mike |date=December 7, 2022 |title=Wiesmann Project Thunderball EV Prototype Fuses Past and Future |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a42097295/wiesmann-project-thunderball-prototype-drive/ |work=[[Car and Driver]]|access-date=April 28, 2023}}</ref> Production of the zero-emission Thunderball will start in the 2024 model year<ref>{{cite news |last=Barontini |first=Francesco |date=March 8, 2023 |title=WIESMANN PROJECT THUNDERBALL ELECTRIC REBIRTH |url=https://autodesignmagazine.com/en/2023/03/wiesmann-project-thunderball-electric-rebirth/ |work=Auto & Design |access-date= April 28, 2023}}</ref> with the entire first year's run already sold out.<ref>{{cite news |last=Doll |first=Scooter |date=February 13, 2023 |title=Wiesmann's $320k 'Project Thunderball' roadster EV sells out entire first year of production |url=https://electrek.co/2023/02/13/wiesmanns-project-thunderball-roadster-ev-sells-out-production/ |work=Electrek |access-date=April 28, 2023}}</ref>


== MF30 / MF3 ==
== MF30 / MF3 ==
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=== MF30 ===
=== MF30 ===
[[Image:Duelmen Wiesmann MF.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann MF]]
[[File:Wiesmann-Roadster-MF30.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann MF30]]
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[[File:Wiesmann Produktion GT.jpg|thumb]]


The Wiesmann MF30 is the first Wiesmann model ever built.
The Wiesmann MF30 is the first Wiesmann model ever built, with cars entering production in 1993.<ref>{{Cite web |title=HISTORY |url=https://wiesmann.com/pages/history |access-date=2023-08-26 |website=Wiesmann Sports Cars GmbH |language=en}}</ref>


The MF 30 is powered by a six-cylinder [[BMW M54|M54B30]] engine borrowed from [[BMW]], with a capacity of 2979&nbsp;cm<sup>3</sup> and a power output of {{convert|170|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} at 5,900 rpm and {{convert|300|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} of torque at 3,400 rpm. It has a dry weight of {{convert|1080|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} and can accelerate from 0 to 60&nbsp;mph (97 km/h) in 5.9&nbsp;seconds, with a top speed of {{convert|230|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}.
The MF30 is powered by a six-cylinder [[BMW M54|M54B30]] engine borrowed from [[BMW]], with a capacity of 2979&nbsp;cm<sup>3</sup> and a power output of {{convert|170|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} at 5,900 rpm and {{convert|300|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} of torque at 3,400 rpm. It has a dry weight of {{convert|1080|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} and can accelerate from 0 to 60&nbsp;mph (97&nbsp;km/h) in 5.9&nbsp;seconds, with a top speed of {{convert|230|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}.


The model was discontinued in order to give way to the new, slightly modified model named MF 3.
The model was discontinued in order to give way to the new, slightly modified model named MF3.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Njuguna |first=Marcus |date=2022-03-21 |title=A Detailed Look At The Wiesmann MF30 |url=https://www.hotcars.com/a-detailed-look-at-the-wiesmann-mf30/ |access-date=2023-08-26 |website=HotCars |language=en}}</ref>


==== Specifications ====
==== Specifications ====
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|style="background:silver"|Engine|| BMW 6-cylinder engine – Capacity 2979&nbsp;cm<sup>3</sup>
|style="background:silver"|Engine|| BMW 6-cylinder engine – Capacity 2979&nbsp;cm<sup>3</sup>
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| ||Rated power/rated speed {{convert|170|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} / 5,900 rpm
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{{convert|170|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,900 rpm
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| ||max. torque/speed {{convert|300|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} / 3,400 rpm
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{{convert|300|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,400 rpm
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|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|12.8|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|6.9|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|12.8|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|6.9|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
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|style="background:silver"|Performance||Maximum speed: {{convert|230|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}
|style="background:silver"|Performance||Maximum speed: {{convert|230|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}
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| ||Acceleration: 0 –100&nbsp;km/h (62 mph): 5.0 sec.
| ||Acceleration: 0 –100&nbsp;km/h (62&nbsp;mph): 5.0 sec.
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|style="background:silver"|Suspension|| [[MacPherson strut]] front suspension with transverse link, stabilizer
|style="background:silver"|Suspension|| [[MacPherson strut]] front suspension with transverse link, stabilizer
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=== MF3 ===
=== MF3 ===
[[File:Wiesmann Roadster MF3 Classic-Gala 2021 1X7A0177.jpg|thumb|right|Wiesmann MF 3]]
[[File:Wiesmann Roadster MF3 Classic-Gala 2021 1X7A0177.jpg|thumb|right|Wiesmann MF3]]
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[[File:Wiesmann-Roadster-MF3-Rear.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann MF3]]
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[[Image:Duelmen Wiesmann MF.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann MF3]]


The primary difference between the MF 3 and the MF 30 was the new engine. The engine featured on the MF 3 was a [[BMW S54]], which is originally from the [[BMW M3|M3 (E46)]]. The engine has a displacement of 3246&nbsp;cc with a maximum power output of {{convert|252|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} at 7900&nbsp;rpm, and a maximum torque of {{convert|365|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} at 4900&nbsp;rpm. With the new engine and due to its weight of {{convert|1180|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}, this car can accelerate from 0–60&nbsp;mph (97 km/h) in 5.0 sec and reaching a maximum speed of {{convert|255|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}. The MF3 came with a five-speed manual transmission as basic, and a six-speed sequential gearbox as an option.
The primary difference between the MF3 and the MF30 was the new engine. The engine featured on the MF3 was a [[BMW S54]], which is originally from the [[BMW M3|M3 (E46)]]. The engine has a displacement of 3246&nbsp;cc with a maximum power output of {{convert|252|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} at 7900&nbsp;rpm, and a maximum torque of {{convert|365|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} at 4900&nbsp;rpm. With the new engine and due to its weight of {{convert|1180|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}, this car can accelerate from 0–60&nbsp;mph (97&nbsp;km/h) in 5.0 sec and reaching a maximum speed of {{convert|255|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}. The MF3 came with a five-speed manual transmission as basic, and a six-speed sequential gearbox as an option. Another additional option were the 20-inch rims running on (front: 235/30/20, rear: 285/25/20) rubber.

Another additional option were the 20-inch rims running on (front: 235/30/20, rear: 285/25/20) rubber.


==== Specifications ====
==== Specifications ====
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|style="background:silver"|Engine|| [[BMW M54#S54|BMW S54]] – Capacity 3246 cc
|style="background:silver"|Engine|| [[BMW M54#S54|BMW S54]] – Capacity 3246 cc
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| ||Rated power/rated speed 252&nbsp;kW / 343&nbsp;hp / 7900 rpm
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252&nbsp;kW / 343&nbsp;hp @ 7900 rpm
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{{convert|365|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} @ 4900 rpm
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|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|17.8|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|8.4|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|17.8|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|8.4|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
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=== Other models ===
=== Other models ===
Other variants exist, such as the MF 28 and the MF 35.
Other variants exist, such as the MF28 and the MF35.


==MF4==
==MF4==
[[Image:Wiesmann GT.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2006|2006 Geneva Motor Show]]|alt=]]
[[Image:Wiesmann GT.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2006|2006 Geneva Motor Show]]|alt=]]
[[File:Wiesmann GT Heck.JPG|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4]]The GT MF4 is a closed two-seater with more power than the other models, intended for long distance touring. The first edition GT MF4 was produced from 2003 to 2009.
[[File:Wiesmann GT Heck.JPG|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4]]The GT MF4 is a closed two-seater with more power than the other models, intended for long distance touring. The first edition GT MF4 was produced from 2003 to 2009.

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At the 2009 Geneva Motorshow Wiesmann revealed the Roadster MF4 and Roadster MF4-S,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Moore |first=Alina |date=March 6th, 2009 |title=2009 Wiesmann Roadster MF4 |url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/wiesmann/2009-wiesmann-roadster-mf4/ |url-status=live |website=Topspeed.com}}</ref> which featured facelifted bodywork and an updated engine choice.
[[File:Wiesmann-GT-MF4-S.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4-S]]
[[File:Wiesmann-GT-MF4-S.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF4-S]]
[[File:Wiesmann-Roadster-MF4-S.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S]]
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In 2010, also at Geneva, they updated their coupe, with the GT MF4-S. This also had modernized bodywork, including modernized headlights and automated retracting spoiler.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Joseph |first=Noah |date=March 3rd 2010 |title=Geneva 2010: Wiesmann GT MF4-S gives 'em something to talk about |url=https://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/03/geneva-2010-wiesmann-gt-mf4-s-gives-em-something-to-talk-about/ |url-status=live |website=Autoblog.com}}</ref>
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[[File:Wiesmann-Roadster-MF4-S.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S ]]


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At the 2009 Geneva Motorshow Wiesmann revealed the Roadster MF4 and Roadster MF4-S,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Moore |first=Alina |date=March 6, 2009 |title=2009 Wiesmann Roadster MF4 |url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/wiesmann/2009-wiesmann-roadster-mf4/ |website=Topspeed.com}}</ref> which featured facelifted bodywork and an updated engine choice.


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In 2010, also at Geneva, they updated their coupe, with the GT MF4-S. This also had modernized bodywork, including modernized headlights and automated retracting spoiler.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Joseph |first=Noah |date=March 3, 2010 |title=Geneva 2010: Wiesmann GT MF4-S gives 'em something to talk about |url=https://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/03/geneva-2010-wiesmann-gt-mf4-s-gives-em-something-to-talk-about/ |website=Autoblog.com}}</ref>
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==== Specifications ====

Wiemann released their most exclusive model, the GT MF4-CS, at the 2013 Geneva Motorshow. This was a track-focused lightweight limited edition car, with only 25 slated for production.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-02-25 |title=Wiesmann GT MF4-CS: limited edition track model headed to Geneva |url=https://www.drive.com.au/news/wiesmann-gt-mf4-cs-limited-edition-track-model-headed-geneva/ |access-date=2023-08-26 |website=Drive |language=en-AU}}</ref> It differed from the standard cars with a 40kg weight reduction, a pared back interior and more aggressive bodywork for better aerodynamics, paired to the MF4-S drivetrain for better performance.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Serban |first=Tudor |title=WIESMANN GT MF4-CS Specs & Photos - 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/wiesmann-gt-mf4-cs-2013.html |access-date=2023-08-26 |website=autoevolution |language=en}}</ref>

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|style="background:silver"|Body|| Fiber glass reinforced composite material
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|style="background:silver"|Engine|| naturally aspirated 4.8L (367 HP/270 kW) V8 BMW engine [[BMW N62]]<br /> naturally aspirated 4.0L (420 HP/309 kW) V8 BMW engine [[BMW S65|BMW S65B40]] (MF4-S)
|style="background:silver"|Engine|| naturally aspirated 4.8L (367 HP/270&nbsp;kW) V8 BMW engine [[BMW N62]]<br /> naturally aspirated 4.0L (420 HP/309&nbsp;kW) V8 BMW engine [[BMW S65|BMW S65B40]] (MF4-S)
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| ||Rated power/rated speed {{convert|270|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,300 rpm<br />{{convert|309|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at 8,300 rpm (MF4 S)
| ||Rated power/rated speed
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| ||max. torque/speed {{convert|490|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}) at 3,400 rpm<br />{{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 3,900 rpm (MF4 S)
| ||Max. torque/speed
{{convert|490|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}) @ 3,400 rpm<br />{{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,900 rpm (MF4 S)
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|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|17.2|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|9.4|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|17.2|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|9.4|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
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|style="background:silver"|Performance||Maximum speed: {{convert|291|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}
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| ||Acceleration: 0–100&nbsp;km/h (62 mph): 4.6 sec.
| ||Acceleration: 0–100&nbsp;km/h (62&nbsp;mph): 4.6 sec.
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|style="background:silver"|Suspension|| Single wheel suspension front and rear
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[[File:Wiessmann-GT-MF5-Coupe.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF5 Coupe]]
[[File:Wiessmann-GT-MF5-Coupe.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann GT MF5 Coupe]]
[[File:Wiesmann-MF5-Roadster.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann Roadster MF5 V10]]
[[File:Wiesmann-MF5-Roadster.jpg|thumb|Wiesmann Roadster MF5 V10]]
The GT MF5 is a closed two-seater & two-seater roadster with more power than the other models. The Roadster MF5 V10, first produced in 2009, was limited to just 55 cars.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gtspirit.com/2010/09/10/road-test-wiesmann-roadster-mf5/ |title=Road Test: Wiesmann Roadster MF5 |date=2010-09-10 |access-date=2011-08-06}}</ref>


The GT MF5 & the Roadster MF5 are two-seater cars with more power than previous models. The GT MF5 was released at the 2008 Geneva Motorshow,<ref>{{Cite web |date= 2008-03-04 |title=Weismann GT MF 5 2008 Geneva Motor Show |url= https://www.drive.com.au/news/weismann-gt-mf4-2008-geneva-motor-show/ |access-date=2023-08-26 |website= Drive.com.au |language=en-AU}}</ref> followed by the Roadster MF5 at Frankfurt IAA in 2009.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Frankfurt 2009: Wiesmann MF5 Roadster gets its lipstick on |url= https://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/16/frankfurt-2009-wiesmann-mf5-roadster-gets-its-lipstick-on/ |access-date=2023-08-26 |website= Autoblog.com |language=en}}</ref>
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Fewer than 200 MF5 cars were produced in total. Although the roadster was limited to just 55 cars,<ref>{{cite web| url= http://www.gtspirit.com/2010/09/10/road-test-wiesmann-roadster-mf5/ |title= Road Test: Wiesmann Roadster MF5 | website= gtspirit.com |date=2010-09-10 |access-date=2011-08-06}}</ref> only 43 were manufactured before the company ceased production.<ref>{{Cite web |title=WIESMANN MF5 |url= https://wiesmann.com/pages/wiesmann-mf5 |access-date=2023-08-26 |website= Wiesmann.com | publisher= Wiesmann Sports Cars GmbH |language=en}}</ref>

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|style="background:silver"|Engine|| [[BMW S85]] V10 – Capacity 5000 cc<br />[[BMW S63|BMW S63B44O0]] V8 Twin-turbo – Capacity {{convert|4395|cc|L|1|order=flip|abbr=on}} (2011–2014)
|style="background:silver"|Engine|| [[BMW S85]] V10 – Capacity 5000 cc<br />[[BMW S63|BMW S63B44O0]] V8 Twin-turbo – Capacity {{convert|4395|cc|L|1|order=flip|abbr=on}} (2011–2014)
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| ||Rated power/rated speed {{Convert|373|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} / 5,750-6,250 rpm<br />{{Convert|408|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} / 5,750 rpm (2011–2014)
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{{Convert|373|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} @ 7,500 rpm<br />{{Convert|408|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} @ 6,000 rpm (2011–2014)
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{{convert|520|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} @ 6,100 rpm<br />{{convert|680|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} @ 1,500-5,650 rpm (2011–2014)
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|style="background:silver"|Fuel Consumption|| City {{convert|15.8|L/100 km|abbr=on}} - Highway {{convert|7.9|L/100 km|abbr=on}}
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| ||Acceleration: 0–100&nbsp;km/h (62 mph): 3.9 sec.
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==New Models==
==New models==
=== Project Gecko ===
=== Project Gecko ===
Project Gecko is an as-yet unreleased project, the first vehicle announced since the manufacturer's acquisition by Roheen Berry.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Interview with Roheen Berry, Owner & CEO of Wiesmann|url=https://www.luxuriousmagazine.com/roheen-berry-wiesmann-interview/|url-status=live}}</ref> The proposed drivetrain will use BMW's TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine and 8 speed gearbox, with proposed top speed of over 320km/h and a 0-100km/h time of less than 3.5 seconds.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Wiesmann Project Gecko|url=https://wiesmann.com/pages/project-gecko|url-status=live|access-date=2021-05-21|website=Wiesmann}}</ref>
Project Gecko is an as-yet unreleased project, the first vehicle announced since the manufacturer's acquisition by Roheen Berry.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Interview with Roheen Berry, Owner & CEO of Wiesmann|date=July 2019 |url=https://www.luxuriousmagazine.com/roheen-berry-wiesmann-interview/}}</ref> The proposed drivetrain will use BMW's TwinPower, turbocharged eight-cylinder petrol engine and eight-speed gearbox, with a proposed top speed of over {{cvt|320|km/h|mph|round=10}} and a {{0to100kmh}} time of less than 3.5 seconds.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Wiesmann Project Gecko|url=https://wiesmann.com/pages/project-gecko|access-date=2021-05-21|website=Wiesmann}}</ref>

Production of Project Gecko was delayed in December 2021 in order for Wiesmann to focus on releasing Project Thunderball.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gauthier |first=Michael |date=December 24, 2021 |title=Wiesmann Delays Project Gecko, Reveals Plans for a Second Model |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2021/12/wiesmann-delays-project-gecko-reveals-plans-for-a-second-model/ |website=Carscoops.com}}</ref>

=== Project Thunderball ===
Revealed in April 2022, Project Thunderball is a fully electric two door luxury roadster, featuring Roding-supplied powertrain and batteries. The car makes 671 hp and 1100 Nm of torque. This allows for a 0º100 km/h time of 2.9 seconds, with a weight of 1,775 kg. The first production cars will be delivered to customers in 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Wiesmann Project Thunderball Is A 671 HP Electric Roadster |url=https://insideevs.com/news/582449/wiesmann-project-thunderball-electric-roadster/ |access-date=2023-08-26 |website=InsideEVs |language=en}}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==
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== References ==
== References ==
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* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120603061456/http://www.motorvision.de/marken/wiesmann.html Wiesmann—photos, videos and reviews]


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Wiesmann GmbH
Company typePublic (GmbH & Co. KG)
IndustryAutomotive
Founded1988
FounderMartin Wiesmann
Friedhelm Wiesmann
Headquarters
Dülmen
,
Germany 51°50′40.04″N 7°17′30.24″E / 51.8444556°N 7.2917333°E / 51.8444556; 7.2917333 (Weismann factory at An der Lehmkuhle 87, 48249, Dülmen, Germany)
Key people
  • Roheen Berry (CEO)
Productshand-built custom convertibles
Websitewww.wiesmann.com

Wiesmann GmbH is a German automobile manufacturer that specializes in hand-built custom convertibles and coupes. Brothers Martin Wiesmann and Friedhelm Wiesmann founded the company in 1988 which has its headquarters located in Dülmen.[1] The business was temporarily closed in May 2014,[2] and following a buyout by London-based investor Roheen Berry who took over as CEO,[3][4] it is set to return with a new model, powered by a BMW M division-sourced V8 engine.[5][6][7] The relaunch of the Wiesmann brand has more than one model, including an electric vehicle, in the pipeline and the pre-development phase of the car has been completed. A teaser video of the brand's rebirth, posted on their website, tells viewers to “expect the unexpected”.[8]

In its previous era, Wiesmann used BMW's six-cylinder engines to power its MF models until the introduction in 2003 of the GT MF4, which used BMW's 4.8-litre V8, and the MF5, which used the M5's 5.0-litre V10.[9]

History

Wiesmann's gecko logo was incorporated into the design of its factory in Dülmen, Germany.

The company's first roadster left the workshop in 1993. By 2006, they were producing the Wiesmann MF3 and MF30 roadsters and the Wiesmann GT MF4 coupé, all of which utilized engine and transmission components supplied by BMW. The company, which made around 180 hand-built cars each year, used a gecko logo because they claimed their cars "stick to the road like geckos to a wall"

By 2010, Wiesmann planned to begin exporting vehicles to the US. Factors including poor exchange rates and the high costs of modifying and testing cars to meet US automotive regulations hindered these plans.[10][11] On August 14, 2013, Wiesmann filed for insolvency at the local court in Münster.[12] Four months later, Wiesmann's management board filed to dismiss the insolvency proceedings due to abolition of the insolvency reasons, while the creditors’ meeting was also postponed.[13] A UK-based consortium was interested in taking over Wiesmann and resuming production, but the company was closed a month later. London-based investor Roheen Berry bought out the company and became its CEO.[14]

In 2022, Wiesmann announced they were entering the electric sports car market.[15] Production of the zero-emission Thunderball will start in the 2024 model year[16] with the entire first year's run already sold out.[17]

MF30 / MF3

MF30

Wiesmann MF30

The Wiesmann MF30 is the first Wiesmann model ever built, with cars entering production in 1993.[18]

The MF30 is powered by a six-cylinder M54B30 engine borrowed from BMW, with a capacity of 2979 cm3 and a power output of 170 kW (228 hp; 231 PS) at 5,900 rpm and 300 N⋅m (221 ft⋅lbf) of torque at 3,400 rpm. It has a dry weight of 1,080 kg (2,381 lb) and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph).

The model was discontinued in order to give way to the new, slightly modified model named MF3.[19]

Specifications

Chassis Hot-dipped galvanized steel, aluminum clad
Body fiber glass reinforced composite material
Engine BMW 6-cylinder engine – Capacity 2979 cm3
Rated power/rated speed

170 kW (228 hp; 231 PS) @ 5,900 rpm

max. torque/speed

300 N⋅m (221 ft⋅lbf) @ 3,400 rpm

Fuel Consumption City 12.8 L/100 km (22.1 mpg‑imp; 18.4 mpg‑US) - Highway 6.9 L/100 km (41 mpg‑imp; 34 mpg‑US)
Combined 9.1 L/100 km (31 mpg‑imp; 26 mpg‑US)
Transmission 5-speed or 6-speed manual or 6-speed sequential (SMG II)
Power Train Rear wheel drive
Performance Maximum speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Acceleration: 0 –100 km/h (62 mph): 5.0 sec.
Suspension MacPherson strut front suspension with transverse link, stabilizer
Central control arm rear axle with leading and transverse link, stabilizer
Weight 1,080 kg (2,381 lb)
Dimensions Length: 3.86 m (152 in) / Width: 1.75 m (69 in) / Height: 1.16 m (46 in)

MF3

Wiesmann MF3
Wiesmann MF3
Wiesmann MF3

The primary difference between the MF3 and the MF30 was the new engine. The engine featured on the MF3 was a BMW S54, which is originally from the M3 (E46). The engine has a displacement of 3246 cc with a maximum power output of 252 kW (338 hp; 343 PS) at 7900 rpm, and a maximum torque of 365 N⋅m (269 ft⋅lbf) at 4900 rpm. With the new engine and due to its weight of 1,180 kg (2,601 lb), this car can accelerate from 0–60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.0 sec and reaching a maximum speed of 255 km/h (158 mph). The MF3 came with a five-speed manual transmission as basic, and a six-speed sequential gearbox as an option. Another additional option were the 20-inch rims running on (front: 235/30/20, rear: 285/25/20) rubber.

Specifications

Chassis Hot-dipped galvanized steel, aluminum clad
Body fibre glass reinforced composite material
Engine BMW S54 – Capacity 3246 cc
Rated power/rated speed

252 kW / 343 hp @ 7900 rpm

max. torque/speed

365 N⋅m (269 ft⋅lbf) @ 4900 rpm

Fuel Consumption City 17.8 L/100 km (15.9 mpg‑imp; 13.2 mpg‑US) - Highway 8.4 L/100 km (34 mpg‑imp; 28 mpg‑US)
Combined 11.1 L/100 km (25 mpg‑imp; 21.2 mpg‑US)
Transmission 5-speed or 6-speed manual or 6-speed sequential (SMG II)
Power Train Rear wheel drive
Performance Maximum speed: 255 km/h (158 mph)
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h: 5.0 sec.
Suspension MacPherson strut front suspension with transverse link, stabilizer
Central control arm rear axle with leading and transverse link, stabilizer
Weight 1,180 kg (2,601 lb)
Dimensions Length: 3.86 m (152 in) / Width: 1.75 m (69 in) / Height: 1.16 m (46 in)
Price ~£90,000

Other models

Other variants exist, such as the MF28 and the MF35.

MF4

Wiesmann GT MF4 at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show
Wiesmann GT MF4

The GT MF4 is a closed two-seater with more power than the other models, intended for long distance touring. The first edition GT MF4 was produced from 2003 to 2009.

Wiesmann GT MF4-S
Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S

At the 2009 Geneva Motorshow Wiesmann revealed the Roadster MF4 and Roadster MF4-S,[20] which featured facelifted bodywork and an updated engine choice.

In 2010, also at Geneva, they updated their coupe, with the GT MF4-S. This also had modernized bodywork, including modernized headlights and automated retracting spoiler.[21]

Wiemann released their most exclusive model, the GT MF4-CS, at the 2013 Geneva Motorshow. This was a track-focused lightweight limited edition car, with only 25 slated for production.[22] It differed from the standard cars with a 40kg weight reduction, a pared back interior and more aggressive bodywork for better aerodynamics, paired to the MF4-S drivetrain for better performance.[23]

Specifications

Chassis Aluminum
Body Fiber glass reinforced composite material
Engine naturally aspirated 4.8L (367 HP/270 kW) V8 BMW engine BMW N62
naturally aspirated 4.0L (420 HP/309 kW) V8 BMW engine BMW S65B40 (MF4-S)
Rated power/rated speed

270 kW (367 PS; 362 hp) @ 6,300 rpm
309 kW (420 PS; 414 hp) @ 8,300 rpm (MF4 S)

Max. torque/speed

490 N⋅m (361 lb⋅ft)) @ 3,400 rpm
400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) @ 3,900 rpm (MF4 S)

Fuel Consumption City 17.2 L/100 km (16.4 mpg‑imp; 13.7 mpg‑US) - Highway 9.4 L/100 km (30 mpg‑imp; 25 mpg‑US)
Combined 12.3 L/100 km (23.0 mpg‑imp; 19.1 mpg‑US)
Transmission 6-speed sports automatic
Power Train Rear wheel drive
Performance Maximum speed: 291 km/h (181 mph)
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 4.6 sec.
Suspension Single wheel suspension front and rear
front: aluminium double transverse link
rear: aluminium double transverse link with trailing link
Weight 1,390 kg (3,064 lb)
Dimensions Length: 4.23 m (167 in) / Width: 1.85 m (73 in) / Height: 1.19 m (47 in)

MF5

Wiesmann GT MF5 Coupe
Wiesmann Roadster MF5 V10

The GT MF5 & the Roadster MF5 are two-seater cars with more power than previous models. The GT MF5 was released at the 2008 Geneva Motorshow,[24] followed by the Roadster MF5 at Frankfurt IAA in 2009.[25]

Fewer than 200 MF5 cars were produced in total. Although the roadster was limited to just 55 cars,[26] only 43 were manufactured before the company ceased production.[27]

Specifications

Chassis Aluminium-monocoque, bonded and riveted
Body glass fiber bodyshell
Engine BMW S85 V10 – Capacity 5000 cc
BMW S63B44O0 V8 Twin-turbo – Capacity 4.4 L (4,395 cc) (2011–2014)
Rated power/rated speed

373 kW (500 hp; 507 PS) @ 7,500 rpm
408 kW (547 hp; 555 PS) @ 6,000 rpm (2011–2014)

Max. torque/speed

520 N⋅m (384 ft⋅lbf) @ 6,100 rpm
680 N⋅m (502 ft⋅lbf) @ 1,500-5,650 rpm (2011–2014)

Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100 km (17.9 mpg‑imp; 14.9 mpg‑US) - Highway 7.9 L/100 km (36 mpg‑imp; 30 mpg‑US)
Combined 12.9 L/100 km (21.9 mpg‑imp; 18.2 mpg‑US)
Transmission 6-speed sports automatic gearbox (steering wheel paddle shifters)
Power Train Rear wheel drive
Performance Maximum speed: 311 km/h (193 mph)
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 3.9 sec.
Suspension
Front: Aluminum double wishbone suspension with coil springs, anti roll bar
Rear: Aluminum double wishbone, trailing arm suspension with coil springs, anti roll bar
Weight 1,405 kg (3,097 lb)
Dimensions Length: 4.22 m (166 in) / Width: 1.95 m (77 in) / Height: 1.18 m (46 in)
Price €189,500+

New models

Project Gecko

Project Gecko is an as-yet unreleased project, the first vehicle announced since the manufacturer's acquisition by Roheen Berry.[28] The proposed drivetrain will use BMW's TwinPower, turbocharged eight-cylinder petrol engine and eight-speed gearbox, with a proposed top speed of over 320 km/h (200 mph) and a 0–100 km/h (62 mph) time of less than 3.5 seconds.[29]

Production of Project Gecko was delayed in December 2021 in order for Wiesmann to focus on releasing Project Thunderball.[30]

Project Thunderball

Revealed in April 2022, Project Thunderball is a fully electric two door luxury roadster, featuring Roding-supplied powertrain and batteries. The car makes 671 hp and 1100 Nm of torque. This allows for a 0º100 km/h time of 2.9 seconds, with a weight of 1,775 kg. The first production cars will be delivered to customers in 2024.[31]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Wiesmann Sports Cars – a Journey Of Time Travel". dyler.com. Retrieved 2021-03-08.
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