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Engine Specifications

Engine Specifications:LS1 V8
Valvetrain:OHV 2 Valves / Cyl
Displacement:5665 cc / 345.7 cu in
Bore:99 mm / 3.9 in
Stroke:92 mm / 3.62 in
Compression:10.1:1
Power:261.0 kw / 350.0 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Specific output:61.78 bhp per litre
Torque:508.43 nm / 375.0 ft lbs @ 4400 rpm
Redline:6000

Chassis & body

Body/Frame:Fibreglass
Driven wheels:Front Engine / RWD
Front tires:P245/45ZR-17
Rear tires:P275/40ZR-18
Front brakes:Discs w/Power Assist & ABS
Front brake size:302 mm / 11.9 in
Rear brake size:302 mm / 11.9 in
Front wheels:F 43.2 x 21.6 cm / 17.0 x 8.5 in
Rear wheels:R 45.7 x 24.1 cm / 18.0 x 9.5 in
Steering:Speed Sensitive Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist

Drivetrain

Transmission:6-Speed Manual
Gear ratios:2.66:1, 1.78:1, 1.30:1, 1.00:1, 0.74:1, 0.50:1
Final drive:3.42:1

Car dimensions

Weight:1455 kg / 3208 lbs
Wheelbase:2655 mm / 104.5 in
Front track:1572 mm / 61.9 in
Rear track:1574 mm / 62.0 in
Length:4565 mm / 179.7 in

Speed performance

Car top speed:281 kph / 174.6 mph
0 - 60 mph:4.5 seconds

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