Technical highlights Aerodynamics

Technical highlights Aerodynamics
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Minimum wind resistance

For almost 100 years now, it has been accepted that a car’s body should be shaped for minimum wind resistance in order to save fuel. The first experiments in this direction go back to the period following the first world war. Audi conducted experimental work on its Type K in 1923, giving it a streamlined body made of aluminium.

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Jaray Audi
The Jaray Audi, with the original 40 hp six-cylinder engine, reached a top speed of well over 100 km/h with this body.
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Streamlined Horch 930
The streamlined Horch 930 was powered by a 92 hp V8 engine.
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Stromlined sports car
The streamlined Auto Union sports car had a six-cylinder OHC engine designed by Ferdinand Porsche, with three carburettors and an output of 60 hp.
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Audi C 3
The Audi C 3 enjoyed a significant aerodynamic lead with no sacrifice in comfort, safety or styling.
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