This exciting combination has allowed for a dynamic racing package producing higher performance to that of existing Elise-based products, powering the car from 0 – 62 mph (0 – 100 km/h) in under 4 seconds. It is estimated to achieve the 0 – 100 mph (160 km/h) sprint in less than 9.0 seconds. The power to weight ratio, of course a key Lotus engineering principle and core brand value, for the supercharged engine is around 373 hp/tonne (278 kW/tonne) with a torque to weight ratio of 267 lbft per tonne (363 Nm/tonne). The 6-speed C64 close ratio gearbox is linked to an open slip differential and a prototype traction control system perfect for the tight and twisty Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb course. Engine management control is provided by the bespoke - mapped Lotus T4 system and a drive-by-wire electronic throttle. On production versions, an entry-level naturally-aspirated VVTL-i engine will also be available with 190 hp (141 kW) at 8000 rpm and 138 lbft (181 Nm) at 7000 rpm. The engine with VVTL-i (Variable Valve Timing and Lift – intelligent) is mated to a Roots-type Eaton M62 supercharger with air-to-air intercooler to give a maximum power output of 243 hp (181 kW) at 8000 rpm and a maximum torque of 174 lb ft (236 Nm) at 7000 rpm. The innovative and technologically advanced extruded and bonded aluminium chassis has high side sills that reduce the complexity of the chassis structure. The Following Information Describes the Prototype Lotus 'Circuit Car' The visually dramatic open-topped prototype 'Circuit Car' has lightweight composite bodywork and a very powerful supercharged and intercooled 1.8 litre engine. The prototype car was designed and built in an incredible eleven weeks and production versions are scheduled to be built from mid 2006 in the world class production facilities at the Lotus headquarters in Hethel Norfolk. Based on the strong, stiff and lightweight aluminium chassis first seen on the Lotus Elise, and weighing in at around 650 kg, the single-seater car (with an option of two seats) has been designed and engineered solely for Track Days and Club Racing. The prototype Lotus 'Circuit Car' will run for the first time at the oldest motorsport venue in the world, the Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb, during the Centenary celebrations.
Thanks soo mutch for any responses to this, im trying to make a choice asap so i can start hunting for a decent shellĬheers Aussie mart, Watch out holden boys ive lit the wick.Looks like I have some more info as well. Has anyone driven an xd and xe in anger, and what seems to be the difference The problem seems to be the watts linkage rear end witch seems to be desighned backwards. My question is witch one would you guys recomend xd or xe, ive heard that an xe can be hard to drive on the limit or when you have lots of grip say with slicks, well dick johnson had lots of trouble anyway, but i have read this elswere aswell.
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I was building an xw circuit race car but have now decided to build an xd or xe for improved production circuit racing so i can give it to some of these commondore drivers with the idea that they are cheaper to replace and should in theary handle better than the xw, wider track and all. Okay guys i tried in the suspension and general threads but NO answer to my question ,im real sorry to ask this here but i think this would be the best place to try since youve all got or have had an xd or xe.
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