Matech-Ford GT1 2010

Designed for ... GT1 of FIA GT1 2010 Teams Matech Concepts Country of origin USA Introduced in 2010 Engine Type Ford 90º V 8 Horse Power 600 bhp / 448 KW @ 7700 rpm Torque 640 Nm / 472 ft lbs @ 6100 rpm Weight 1200 kilo hp/kg 0.5 bhp / kg Engine Displacement 5.552 liter Engine Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine Fuel Feed Fuel Injection Engine Location Mid, longitudinally mounted Engine Valve Train 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC Drivetrain Hewland 6 speed Sequential

Following intense development works accomplished during winter 2008 the Swiss Racing Team Matech Concepts presented its new project to the public.
The new generation Ford GT1, built according to the new FIA GT 2010 regulations, was to be unveiled at the FIA-GT Media & Test Days held on the High Tech Test Track Paul-Ricard of April 6th and 7th, 2009.
The Matech-Ford was the first car announced for the new GT1 2010 class where Nissan followed with its Nismo GT-R GT1. Jaguar unveiled its GT2 construction later in 2009.
As for now only these 3 new cars have been announced for next year's FIA GT1 battle.

MOVIE: click here to see the official movie by Matech