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Ford GT40 Engineering: A Technical Guide to Aerodynamics, Hybrid Power Units, Chassis Design, and Performance (The Historic Legacy of Automotive Speed, Innovation & Design) - Softcover
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Synopsis
When the roared onto the track, it didn’t just challenge the racing world—it rewrote the rules of endurance engineering. Built to defeat the dominance of at the legendary , the GT40 became one of the most iconic race cars in motorsport history.
But what made it so fast… and so unstoppable?
This engineering deep dive reveals the mechanical secrets behind the machine that conquered Le Mans four consecutive times. Written for car enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and aspiring automotive engineers, this book breaks down the technology that powered one of the greatest race cars ever built.
Inside, you’ll discover:
How aerodynamic design allowed the GT40 to exceed 200 mph on the Mulsanne Straight
The evolution of its powertrain—from small-block V8s to the legendary 427 big-block engine
The chassis engineering and weight distribution that delivered stability at extreme speeds
How suspension geometry, braking systems, and drivetrain efficiency shaped endurance performance
A comparison between 1960s race engineering and modern hybrid hypercar technology
Blending technical analysis with real-world racing insights, this guide makes complex automotive engineering clear, engaging, and accessible.
Whether you're fascinated by race car design, endurance racing strategy, aerodynamics, or performance engineering, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the machine that changed motorsport forever.
If you want to understand how legendary race cars are engineered—and why the GT40 remains an icon decades later—this is a must-read.
When the roared onto the track, it didn’t just challenge the racing world—it rewrote the rules of endurance engineering. Built to defeat the dominance of at the legendary , the GT40 became one of the most iconic race cars in motorsport history.
But what made it so fast… and so unstoppable?
This engineering deep dive reveals the mechanical secrets behind the machine that conquered Le Mans four consecutive times. Written for car enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and aspiring automotive engineers, this book breaks down the technology that powered one of the greatest race cars ever built.
Inside, you’ll discover:
How aerodynamic design allowed the GT40 to exceed 200 mph on the Mulsanne Straight
The evolution of its powertrain—from small-block V8s to the legendary 427 big-block engine
The chassis engineering and weight distribution that delivered stability at extreme speeds
How suspension geometry, braking systems, and drivetrain efficiency shaped endurance performance
A comparison between 1960s race engineering and modern hybrid hypercar technology
Blending technical analysis with real-world racing insights, this guide makes complex automotive engineering clear, engaging, and accessible.
Whether you're fascinated by race car design, endurance racing strategy, aerodynamics, or performance engineering, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the machine that changed motorsport forever.
If you want to understand how legendary race cars are engineered—and why the GT40 remains an icon decades later—this is a must-read.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. When the roared onto the track, it didn't just challenge the racing world-it rewrote the rules of endurance engineering. Built to defeat the dominance of at the legendary, the GT40 became one of the most iconic race cars in motorsport history.But what made it so fast. and so unstoppable?This engineering deep dive reveals the mechanical secrets behind the machine that conquered Le Mans four consecutive times. Written for car enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and aspiring automotive engineers, this book breaks down the technology that powered one of the greatest race cars ever built.Inside, you'll discover: How aerodynamic design allowed the GT40 to exceed 200 mph on the Mulsanne StraightThe evolution of its powertrain-from small-block V8s to the legendary 427 big-block engineThe chassis engineering and weight distribution that delivered stability at extreme speedsHow suspension geometry, braking systems, and drivetrain efficiency shaped endurance performanceA comparison between 1960s race engineering and modern hybrid hypercar technologyBlending technical analysis with real-world racing insights, this guide makes complex automotive engineering clear, engaging, and accessible.Whether you're fascinated by race car design, endurance racing strategy, aerodynamics, or performance engineering, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the machine that changed motorsport forever.If you want to understand how legendary race cars are engineered-and why the GT40 remains an icon decades later-this is a must-read.When the roared onto the track, it didn't just challenge the racing world-it rewrote the rules of endurance engineering. Built to defeat the dominance of at the legendary, the GT40 became one of the most iconic race cars in motorsport history.But what made it so fast. and so unstoppable?This engineering deep dive reveals the mechanical secrets behind the machine that conquered Le Mans four consecutive times. Written for car enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and aspiring automotive engineers, this book breaks down the technology that powered one of the greatest race cars ever built.Inside, you'll discover: How aerodynamic design allowed the GT40 to exceed 200 mph on the Mulsanne StraightThe evolution of its powertrain-from small-block V8s to the legendary 427 big-block engineThe chassis engineering and weight distribution that delivered stability at extreme speedsHow suspension geometry, braking systems, and drivetrain efficiency shaped endurance performanceA comparison between 1960s race engineering and modern hybrid hypercar technologyBlending technical analysis with real-world racing insights, this guide makes complex automotive engineering clear, engaging, and accessible.Whether you're fascinated by race car design, endurance racing strategy, aerodynamics, or performance engineering, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the machine that changed motorsport forever.If you want to understand how legendary race cars are engineered-and why the GT40 remains an icon decades later-this is a must-read. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798250872652
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