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1965 Lotus

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1965 Lotus #1 Team Type 40
Lotus

#1 Team Type 40

Vintage Le Mans Prototypes | Value: 279,000 (C))

The 1965 Lotus #1 Team Type 40, a remarkable racing car, epitomizes the innovation of British motorsport during the 1960s. Designed by Colin Chapman, it features a lightweight fiberglass body mounted on a robust chassis, enhancing its agility and speed on the racetrack. Powered by a potent twin-cam engine, the Type 40 delivers exceptional performance. Its sleek lines and aerodynamic form not only showcase Lotus's commitment to design but also solidified its legacy in competitive racing history.

Speed

5.9

4.2

Handling
Braking

3.8

6.5

Acceleration
Speed

68

62

Handling
Braking

56

80

Acceleration
Performance Statistics
Percentile Rank vs All Cars
Engine Performance Statistics
Performance Balance (%)
Performance Balance Pct. Rank vs All Cars
Speed

51

Braking

23

38

Handling

89

Acceleration
Speed

28.9%

Braking

18.6%

20.6%

Handling

31.9%

Acceleration
Engine
Power
Torque
Weight
HP/Weight
Distribution
5.8L V8
451 HP
405 LB-FT
2,087.0 LB
0.216 HP/LB
40F/60R
Displacement
Cylinders
Displ./Cylinder
HP/Cylinder
HP/Torque
Torque/Weight
HP/Displ.
5.8L
8
0.725 L/Cyl.
56.4 HP/Cyl.
1.114 HP/LB-FT
0.194 LB-FT/LB
78 HP/L
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