Bye Bye F1 ---- Hello A1 Grand Prix
04-11-2005, 09:42 AM
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Bye Bye F1 ---- Hello A1 Grand Prix
A1 Grand Prix is a brand new international FIA-Sanctioned racing series. The Brainchild of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Maktoum Al Maktoum, a member of the Ruling Family of Dubai, the series will be run in warm countries during motor racing's traditional 'off' season. It will begin in September 2005.
A1 Grand Prix is built around a sound business model, which ensures profitability for all teams involved. This championship will pit drivers, racing for the pride of their country, in one make of high performance A1 Grand Prix car powered by a 520bhp bespoke 3.4ltr 90 degree V8 engine.
Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, China, South Africa, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan and Australia have already been selected to host the first A1 Grand Prix season, with two further possible flyaway events.
A1 Grand Prix is built around a sound business model, which ensures profitability for all teams involved. This championship will pit drivers, racing for the pride of their country, in one make of high performance A1 Grand Prix car powered by a 520bhp bespoke 3.4ltr 90 degree V8 engine.
Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, China, South Africa, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan and Australia have already been selected to host the first A1 Grand Prix season, with two further possible flyaway events.
A1 Grand Prix engine specification
Engine Type ZA1348
Configuration 90 degree V8
Displacement 3400cc
Width 618mm
Height 542mm
Length 443mm
Weight 121kg
Cylinder Block Sand Cast Aluminium Alloy
Cylinder Head Sand Cast Aluminium Alloy
Valve Train 4 Overhead Camshafts 2 per bank4 Valves per Cylinder
Engine Management Zytek EMS 4.6.1
Ignition Zytek DCDI with coil over plug
Spark Plugs NGK
Fuel 100 Octane Racing
Max Torque 330lbs ft - 442Nm
Max Power 520 bhp - 390kW
ok the ultimate racing to start finally we can germany vs italy.
there are many countries which are participating
here is short list...
1)U.A.E
2)INDIA
3)PAKISTAN
4)CHINA
5)UK
6)NEW ZEALAND
7)AUSTRALIA
8)MEXICO
9)GERMANY
10)ITALY
some more countries to join in...
also there are many rich individuals who have purchased franchises like RONALDO (FAMOUS BRAZILIAN FOOTBALL PLAYER).
the series starts from september at brands hatch uk.
04-11-2005, 09:56 AM
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Photography Nerd
Did you see the Fith Gear preview of the series? It looks promising and I like the concept that it's sort of a world series of racing. Should make for some very good racing.
04-11-2005, 02:49 PM
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6G TLX-S
What about the car specs ? Is it open or close wheel cars ?
04-11-2005, 02:55 PM
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Photography Nerd
Originally Posted by Edward'TLS
What about the car specs ? Is it open or close wheel cars ?
04-11-2005, 03:09 PM
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Big Block go VROOOM!
Sounds interesting. It appears Zytek has a lock on the spec engine. I wonder who will get the chassis and gearbox contracts? It could be a real shot in the arm for a few companies.
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04-14-2005, 02:00 PM
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Lola is building the spec chassis. There is a A1GP promotional DVD included in the latest F1 Racing magazine, but I haven't popped it into my tv yet.
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