Description

AUDI R8 n.8

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HISTORY

The Audi R8 is a prototype that participated at the 24 hours of Le Mans in 2000. The Audi after the year of experience with the two models of 1999, the R8R with the cockpit discovered and the R8C with a coupé cockpit, decided to channel its research into the uncovered car. The abandonment of many manufacturers in the endurance championship, made the Ingolstadt manufacturer the most authoritative for the final victory.

The German Audi Sport Joest racing team with Frank Biella, Tom Kristensen and Emanuele Pirro at the wheel of the Audi R8 n.8 winner the 24 hours of Le Mans in 2000. Thanks to their performance and reliability, the R8 obtained a hat-trick, while in second place with a lap of a distance came Laurent Aiello, Stephane Ortelli and Allan McNish with Audi R8 n.9 and third with three laps the trio Christian Abt, Michele Alboreto and Rinaldo Capello. During the season, Audi participated in the American Le Mans Series, the Le Mans trio won the 12 Hours of Sebring, the Grand Prix of Texas and the Grand Prix of Las Vegas.

CHASSIS

Audi R8 2000
Carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb monocoque
Length: 4650 mm
Width: 1980 mm
Height: 1080 mm
Suspension front: Independent double-wishbone, push-rod system with horizontal spring/damper unit, adjustable gas-filled shock absorbers
Suspension rear: Independent double-wishbone, push-rod system with horizontal spring/damper unit, adjustable gas-filled shock absorbers
Brakes: Carbon Fibre Discs
Tyres: Michelin

ENGINE

Audi 3600 cc 90° V8 twin turbo, mid engine, longitudinally mounted
Power: 455 kW
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive,.
Transmission: Ricardo six speed sequential manual Multiple disc limited slip differential
Differential: Rear differential lock
Fuel brand: Shell
Fuel Type: Petrol
Tank Capacity: 90 lt

RESULT

Winner 24 hours of Le Mans 2000 with drivers Frank Biella, Tom Kristensen, Emanuele Pirro
Race winner: 12 Hours of Sebring, Grand Prix of Texas, Grand Prix of Las Vegas