Description

AUDI R8 n.2

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HISTORY

The Audi R8 is a prototype that participated at the 12 hours of Sebring in 2002. 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 North America team with Rinaldo Capello, Christian Pescatori and Johnny Herbert at the wheel of the Audi R8 n.2 winner the 12 hours of Sebring in 2002. In second place with a gap of one lap came Andy Wallace, Stefan Johansson and Jan Lammers with Audi R8 n.38 of Champion Racing team and third with a gap of nine laps the Ridley & Scott MKIIIC n.36 with Jim Matthews, Marc Goossens and Guy Smith of Ridley & Scott Racing team.

CHASSIS

Audi R8 2002
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 12 hours of Sebring 2002 with drivers Rinaldo Capello, Christian Pescatori, Johnny Herbert