Ford GT1

[carreragt10]

Ford GT1

The new Ford GT1 reflects in true fashion the spirit of its historic predecessor, the legendary GT40 of the 1960s. Having returned to motorsport in the GT3 class in 2007, the Ford GT will represent this heritage at the pinnacle of GT racing from 2009 as a GT1 car.

The Ford GT1 also features the latest technologies, including a full carbon fibre body and an aluminium roof, roll-bonded floor panels, a carbon underfloor, a friction-stir welded centre tunnel and a quick refuelling system.

Matech Concepts has proven the Ford GT’s value in winning the 2008 FIA GT3 European Teams Championship. It is now time to enter the next level: Matech Concepts is anticipating a new era in GT racing with the Ford GT1.

The Ford GT1 has been developed according to the FIA-GT 2010 regulations. With cost reduction being a major aim of the latest rules, Matech Concepts has been able to develop a thoroughbred 600 bhp GT1 racer to be offered at a price significantly below that of most current GT1 competitors.

The Ford GT1 is based on the all-aluminium space frame comprised of 35 extrusions, 7 complex castings, 2 semi-solid formed castings and various stamped aluminium panels. Thanks to its partnership with Ford Racing (USA) and with the help of Ford Motorsport of Europe as well as several European based technical partners, Matech Concepts is pioneering a new generation of sports cars.

Based on one of the most powerful V8 engines in Ford’s modular engine family, the Ford GT1 Cammer 5.0L engine produces 600 bhp and 640 Nm of torque. Both figures are very impressive even when compared to those of the 7-litre engine that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966 and 1967. Owing to an 8 single butterfly inlet manifold, the output of the latest GT1 car’s engine has been increased by 50 bhp when compared to the GT3 version.

The chassis features controls arms of unequal length and coil-over spring-damper units allowing the car a perfect ride height. A stunning braking performance is achieved through carbon discs with carbon pads on all four corners and six-piston calipers.

General
Based on original factory Ford GT body

Engine
Ford Racing 5.0L Cammer V8 race engine
(mapped for 102 octane unleaded fuel)
8 single butterfly manifold
BOSCH engine management system
Baffled anti-surge wet sump
Tuned tubular exhaust manifold
Power output 600 hp @ 7700rpm
Torque output 640 Nm @ 6100rpm

Transmission
HEWLAND 6 speed sequential
Gearbox with adjustable differential slip
Power shifting
Tilton triple plates racing clutch
Single mass flywheel
HEWLAND drive shafts

Chassis
Standard GT aluminium assembly
Steel roll cage to FIA safety standards
108L FT3 Fuel cell
High speed pneumatic jack system
Quick refuelling system

Suspension
Double wishbone with uniball joints front
and rear
4-way adjustable dampers front and rear
Adjustable anti-roll bar front and rear
Optimized uprights adapted to car ride
height

Steering
Electrical /hydraulic power steering
Quick release steering wheel, without
loom

Brakes
Front: 380mm carbon discs, carbon pads
AP RACING radical 6 piston monobloc
calipers
Rear: 355mm carbon discs, carbon pads
AP RACING radical 6 piston monobloc
calipers
Manually adjustable front/rear brake bias
Front and rear brake cooling air ducts

Wheels
BBS monobloc forged aluminium
Front: 18"rim, 13" wide
Rear: 18" rim, 13" wide

Tyres
Front: Michelin 30/65-18
Rear: Michelin 31/71-18

Cockpit
6-point safety harness
Adjustable steering position
Adjustable pedal box position
AP Racing pedal box
Motec display + data logging
Carbon fibre dashboard
Lifeline fire extinguisher system

Aerodynamics
Full carbon bodywork
Makrolon windows
Carbon underfloor
Downforce splitter and diffuser
Adjustable rear wing

Dimensions
Length/width/height: 4780/2100/1070 mm
Wheelbase: 2768 mm

Homologated dry weight
1200 kg

Vehicle price
€ 495,000 without taxes

[Zytek_Fan]

One word; sexy.

[LeonOfTheDead]

that's a third of the price of a Maserati MC12.

[Dino Scuderia]

It's about time.

[Macross Rs]

hope they will win some races in 2010

[Roentgen]

Bugatti should make a track car.

[digitalcraft]

Bugatti doesn't know anything about making fast cars.

[LTSmash]

Originally Posted by Roentgen

Bugatti should make a track car.

Does anyone know if the EB110 had a track or GT counterpart?

[coolieman1220]

Originally Posted by LTSmash

Does anyone know if the EB110 had a track or GT counterpart?

pretty sure it did

[RacingManiac]

Originally Posted by LeonOfTheDead

that's a third of the price of a Maserati MC12.

I am sure that was part of the reason for the rule change...the new "GT1" class will probably be about the similar development level as the current GT2 car, with more power....the current GT1 car, as shown by the lackluster car count, is simply too expensive.....

[092326001]

very nice car

[Dino Scuderia]

Originally Posted by LTSmash

Does anyone know if the EB110 had a track or GT counterpart?

Yes it did...don't think it was very successful.

This is a replica of the real car.

[Roentgen]

Originally Posted by digitalcraft

Bugatti doesn't know anything about making fast cars.

D:

Anyway, I think they should try make a track version of the Veyron, rather than a million different variations of paint finishes.

[Dino Scuderia]

Here's info on the EB110 racer.

the Bugatti revue: Bugatti EB110 in racing

[Sledgehammer]

Finally, the GT1 class has a car that looks badass.