Thursday, April 2, 2009

PORCHE RS SPYDER


The RS Spyder has been developed exclusively in-house at Porsche - this being the only way of ensuring that engine, transmission, chassis and aerodynamics combine to create a harmonious overall package. The technology in the RS Spyder has been consistently adapted to the conditions required under the LMP2 rules (Le Mans Prototype 2).

The RS Spyder has been adapted to comply with the changed rules for the 2009 season. This affects both the aerodynamics due to the 160-cm wide rear wing and the 3.4-litre V8 engine which now generates 478 bhp instead of 440 bhp following the significant reduction required in the size of the air-restrictor.

ENGINE
Typ Porsche MR6
Concept Endurance racing engine, compact and lightweight, very low centre of gravity, integrated into the chassis as a structural part
Concept 90-degree V8
Displacement 3,397 cm³
Output 440 hp at 9000/min
Torque 370 Nm at 7500/min
Air restrictor 1 x 40,7 mm Ø
Fuel management Intake-manifold fuel injection
Intake system with single cylinder throttle valves
Gas exchange 4 valves/cylinder, each with 2 overhead camshafts (DOHC)
Lubrication system/oil supply Dry-sump lubrication, oil/water heat exchanger
Lubricant Mobil 1
Engine management Electronic engine management
Exhaust system High-performance manifold with silencer


SUSPENSION
Concept Front and rear wheel suspension with double triangular control arms, camber, toe and height are adjustable
Suspension/damping Four-way, spring/damper units activated by pushrods, adjustable torsion-bar springs, dampers (ZF Sachs) and anti-roll bars
Brake system With dual master cylinders and variable brake force distribution
Brake discs Internally vented carbon-fibre brake discs, diameter: 380 mm front, 355 mm rear
Brake calipers Six-piston aluminium fixed calipers
Wheels One-piece 18-inch alloy wheels with central locking element, weight: 7.5 kg (front), 8.5 kg (rear)
Tyres Racing tyres (Michelin)
Front: 29-65/18
Rear: 31-71/18
Steering Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering

BODY
Concept Multi-part exterior panelling and underbody lining, aerodynamically and thermodynamically optimised
Trim Multi-part front, side and rear trim panel in CFRP
Underbody Underbody lining with rear diffuser in CFRP, skid block in accordance with ACO regulations
Rear wing Two wing elements, adjustable

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