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The Panhard prototype that revolutionized aerodynamics

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Did You Know? Anecdotes and Curiosities about our Miniatures

What was special about the 1950s Panhard Dyna Z engine?

The Panhard Dyna Z was equipped with an air-cooled flat-twin engine, a very rare configuration in the automotive industry. This 850 cc engine allowed for exceptionally low fuel consumption for the time, around 6 liters per 100 km.

Why was the Panhard 24 CT nicknamed 'the gendarmes' car'?

The Panhard 24 CT was widely used by the French Gendarmerie in the 1960s and 1970s thanks to its reliability, low fuel consumption, and ease of maintenance. Its distinctive design, with its round headlights and sleek bodywork, made it a symbol of French road authority.

What record does the Panhard CD Le Mans still hold today?

The Panhard CD Le Mans holds the record for the smallest engine to win the Index of Performance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. With its engine of just 850 cc, it dominated its class in the 1960s, proving that aerodynamic efficiency could beat raw power.

What technical innovation did Panhard first introduce to the automotive industry?

Panhard was the first brand to use a dry disc clutch in 1898, a revolutionary innovation that replaced the cone or band clutches previously used. This technology is still used today in most modern cars.

Why did Panhard cars have such a special steering?

Panhards used a rack-and-pinion steering system as early as the 1940s, well before the technology became widespread. This provided a very precise and direct steering feel, but required some adaptation for drivers accustomed to the softer worm and sector steering of the time.