Donnerstag, 30. November 2006 - 13:58 Uhr
New Toy in the Garage
Nissan Prototyp from the Mexican National Championship
More to come
Dienstag, 13. Dezember 2005 - 13:28 Uhr
Lotus Europa S 2006
Lotus unveils the new Lotus Europa. A Grand Turismo to visit Europe. Have a look at http://www.pistonheads.com/lotus/default.asp?storyId=12635
Montag, 5. Dezember 2005 - 15:35 Uhr
New Lotus Exige GT3 Racer announced
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.8 2ZZ-GE engine. supercharged and intercooled, chain driven double overhead camshafts (DOHC) exploiting a Variable Valve Timing & Lift - intelligent (VVTL-i) system, Lotus T4e engine
management system, multi-point sequential fuel injection, electronic ignition and electronic throttle control, Lotus Sport dry sump system with Laminova oil cooler and, Goodridge braided hoses
EMISSIONS
Bespoke Lotus Sport tuned exhaust system with Motorsport homologated catalytic converter
TRANSMISSION
Hewland PCT sequential transmission, 6-speed, with a selection of ratios available and a limited slip differential, Motorsport twin plate clutch and clutch cover, switchable traction control
Chassis Lotus designed lightweight structure of epoxy bonded aluminium alloy extrusions, 6-point roll-cage (FIA approved)
SUSPENSION
Fully independent race suspension utilising unequal length wishbones all fully spherical bearing joints, Öhlins 3 way adjustable (high speed and low speed bump and rebound) damper with remote gas reservoir and adjustable
ride height, adjustable front and rear anti-roll bar and rear double shear track control arm brace Wheels Lotus Sport 5-spoke lightweight forged alloy wheels, FR: 7Jx16 & RR: 8Jx17
BRAKES
Lotus/AP-Racing 4 pot fixed aluminium alloy front brake calipers, 2 pot rear calipers, 315 mm diameter, uprated brake pads, stainless steel braided hoses throughout and 5 position bias valve, synthetic racing brake fluid
BODYWORK
Carbon fibre front clamshell, rear clamshell, roof, access panels and engine cover, revised roof scoop for increased intercooler efficiency, race front splitter and larger adjustable carbon fibre
rear wing
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Bespoke Raychem race wiring loom, steering wheel mounted controls for pit lane speed, radio, traction control and data-management system
SAFETY / INTERIOR
6-point HANS approved safety harnesses, 6-point roll-cage (FIA approved). FIA approved ignition kill switch (cockpit and external switch location), electrical fire extinguisher system (cockpit and external switch location), removable steering wheel
FUEL SYSTEM
74L FIA approved bag tank with quick fill system, 4 internal lift pumps feeding 1 external high presure fuel pump, braided hoses throughout
PERFORMANCE DATA
Engine installation Transverse, midmounted
Cylinder configuration In-line 4
Capacity 1796 cm3
Bore / Stroke 82.0 mm / 85.0 mm
Valve arrangement 4 per cylinder
Compression ratio 11.5 :1
Fuel tank capacity 74L
Gear ratios
I / II / III Choice of ratios available
IV / V / VI Choice of ratios available
R / Final drive Choice of ratios available
Max Power 213 kW ( 289 PS ) at 7800 min-1
Max Torque 284 Nm ( 29 kgm ) at 6500 min-1
Vehicle mass - unladen¹ 750 Kg
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 2300 mm
Track FR: 1457 mm & RR: 1506 mm
Overall length 3877 mm
Overall width (door mirrors excluded) 1727 mm
Overall width (door mirrors included) 1910 mm
Ride Height - midladen² 90 mm
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