Acura
Stealth
The
Acura Stealth was designed by Alex Chou, a 2008 graduate of the transportation
design course at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.
The
Stealth was designed to fit under the NSX in Acura's line up based on a shared
platform with the Honda S2000. The front-mid engine layout of the Stealth is
coupled to Acura's SuperHandling All-wheel Drive system that distributes the
optimum amount of torque not only between the front and rear axles but also
between the left and right rear wheels. The system's direct yaw control helps
reduce understeer to enhance steering accuracy and add to total cornering
power.
The
Acura Stealth was partially influenced by the spirit of the Gumball 3000 Rally.
Therefore, the car is an accomplished sports car which also offers the comforts
and luxuries premium car buyers have come to expect. The sleek styling of the
Acura Stealth is designed to mimic some of the features of the F117 Nighthawk
stealth jet. This is especially evident in the heavy use of triangular shapes
in many areas of the vehicle, including the headlights, grille, exhausts,
taillights and interior features. The twisted surfaces of the Acura Stealth concept
(door panels, rear quarter panel etc.) which are inspired by modern
architecture, are intended to add sophistication to the overall design.
One
of the more unusual design features of the Acura Stealth is the triangular
window cutting into the left of the engine cover. This changes color depending
on engine rpm. Powering the Acura Stealth is a V6 engine backed up by an
electric motor to improve fuel economy.
The
interior of the Acura Stealth is extremely driver focused. The dash and center
console are aimed directly at the driver, and the bold use of color clearly
separates the driver and passenger zones.
