Le Mans - Audi R8 - 2004

Le Mans - Audi R8 - 2004

The Audi R8 won at Le Mans in 2004 for the fourth time in five years. It was a victory that confirmed the exceptional character of this prototype, which ran in various configurations for six years without ever losing its competitive edge.

Specifications :

Le Mans - Audi R8 - 2004

ENGINE : Audi mid-longitudinal 3,596 cm3, eight cylinders in 90° V configuration, double overhead camshaft with four valves per cylinder, electronic fuel injection, dry sump lubrication, liquid cooling, two turbochargers, maximum power in excess of 550 bhp.

SUSPENSIONS: Front and rear pushrod double wishbones with horizontal shock absorbers.

BRAKES: Carbon ventilated discs.

WHEELS: 18-inch forged magnesium wheels, Michelin 33/65 front and 36/71 rear tyres.

CHASSIS: Carbon fibre and aluminium monocoque with honeycomb structure, carbon bodywork.

TRANSMISSION: Rear-wheel drive, Ricardo 6-speed sequential gearbox + REV.

DIMENSIONS: Length 4,640 mm, width 2,000 mm, height 1,080 mm. Wheelbase: 2,740 mm. Weight: 911 kg, fuel tank capacity: 80 litres.