Aston Martin Racing Team Information

Chassis

- Full carbon fibre monococque
- Steel spaceframe engine and gearbox support

Configuration

- Mid-engine rear wheel drive

Dimensions

- Length: 4634mm
- Width: 1990mm
- Wheelbase: 2890mm
- Minimum Weight: 900kg

Engine

- V12 Aston Martin - based on the original DB9 road cars i.e. block and cylinder heads.
- Dry sump lubrication, twin over head camshafts and four valves per cylinder
- Capacity: 6000cc (6 litres)
- Power: 650+ bhp (Power to weight ratio 720+bhp/tonne)
- Torque: >700Nm
- Max. RPM: 7500

ECU/Data System/Dash

- Pi Pectel control systems
- Telemetry sends car data directly to engineers but cannot receive data back, unlike F1 cars    which can receive data whilst moving

Electrical  

- All looms are bespoke and constructed to aerospace/military standards using the Deutsch  "Autosport" range of connectors
- The wire itself is high grade copper tinned providing extra conductivity

Transmission

- Six speed sequential gearbox transverse mounted behind the engine with a triple plate carbon clutch

Brakes  

- Brembo six pot callipers are fitted front and rear
- Brake discs are vented carbon 380mm diameter
- Pads are carbon fibre operating best at temperatures in excess of 300 degrees centigrade

Steering

- Rack & pinion with electrical power assistance

Suspension

- Double wishbone suspension both front and rear with Koni adjustable dampers

Wheels/Tyres

- Forged magnesium BBS wheels
- 18" diameter x 14" wide at the front
- 18" diameter x 15" wide at the rear Michelin tyres

Interior

- Driver cockpit air conditioning is fitted to ensure a controlled temperature of 32 degrees centigrade or below Lifeline provide a fully automated fire extinguisher in accordance with FIA regulations