GT races are a great way for you to see and feel the latest cars on the track. Every year there are new GT championships. This means that the range of models and brands available is just as varied as the options for how they can race on the track. If you want to see these cars in action, there are a number of ways to do it, including participating in online competitions. Read on for some of your options. These are the best places for information on the most recent GT Race events if you are new to GT racing.
Lexus SC430
Lexus launched the SC430 in 2006 as a super-fast car in its SUPER GT series. In its debut year, it won the drivers' championship, helping Lexus win the team title. Toyota had four GT300 models, including the IS350. In 2007, the SC430 took first place in the first race. The Lexus IS350 finished close to the podium. Lexus won both drivers' and team titles in GT300 classes, while the SC430 assisted it to win the driver title.
Ferrari
The Suzuka Track will host the first round in the 2016 season. This Japanese circuit, which measures 5.807km, features a famous figure 8 layout. In 1987, Formula 1's new home was Suzuka. Gerhard Berger won his first race at this track. The Suzuka race will also feature Ferrari Racing Days, a huge celebration of all things Ferrari, including the upcoming GT races.
Aston Martin
Aston Martin has a history of success in motorsports and the brand's success in GT races is not surprising. Since it first entered the sport, the brand has produced 26 international championships. Its factory teams have competed for years in GT races and have won over 230 races. Aston Martin also operates GT4 and GT3 Vantages in addition to the DBR9s. In 2016, 25 races were won by the brand's factory team in international motorsport.
Maserati
Maserati's involvement in motor racing goes back to the early 1920s when the brand first participated in touring car and sportscar competition. From 2004 to 2010, the MC12 was the most dominant car in FIA GT1 - winning 22 races, as well as three 24 Hours of Spa. The car's performance also led to 14 championship titles. Maserati pulled out of Formula One, but the brand produced private teams.
Toyota
1966 saw the introduction of the Toyota GT to motor racing. Japan was only just coming out of World War II. Motor racing was not an option for the average person. It was therefore difficult to find motor sport facilities in Japan until the mid 1980s. Toyota was determined to take part. Fuji circuit and Suzuka circuit saw a brace of 311 S cars raced. These cars were driven by Tomohiko Tatsusumi and Shihomi Hosoya as well as Sashio Fukuzawa and other Toyota drivers.
Nissan GT-R
The Nissan GT-R, a road car, is inspired by a famous racing car. The GT-R boasts a V6 naturally-aspirated engine producing 565 horsepower. The GT-R has new turbochargers that improve low-rpm response. Additionally, the GT-R's abradable seals with tighter clearances reduce drag. Each engine is built by its takumi technician for maximum efficiency and performance.
Audi R8 LMS GT4
The 2017 Audi R8 received a facelift last year, and those cosmetic changes are being carried over to the LMS GT4 specification. The high-performance road car borrows about 60% of its components directly from the road car. The Bollinger Hofe factory is located in Neckarsulm. Since its inception, the Bollinger Hofe has produced 17 titles. It can compete in 13 different racing series around the world.
FAQ
Is it possible to drive a racecar?
It takes effort and dedication. You need to practice daily. If you don't put in the time and effort, you won't make it.
This dream requires you to be willing and able to give up everything. It's not just a game where you win if you're fast enough.
Many people dream of driving but fail to realize that they don’t have the drive skills. They want to live a better life.
They want to go home at night without putting in any extra effort. You have to be willing and able to give up all other things if you want success.
It is not easy to be a racecar driver.
What is a pitstop?
Pit stops are when you give up driving for a bit and allow another person to take the wheel. It is also called a pitlane.
Who is the inventor of car racing?
Charles Brady King, who in 1896 built Long Island's first automobile racecourse. July 4th was the day that the first auto race took part.
Which car racing event is the most exciting?
F1 Grand Prix, the fastest car racing. F1 stands for the highest level of motorsport competition. It includes 10 teams from around the globe. Each team has two or three drivers.
Statistics
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
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Ford Mustang GT350R - $50k+
The Ford Mustang GT350R is a street-legal version of the Shelby GT350 supercar. The 6.2L V8 engine produces over 600 horsepower and 590 Lb-ft torque. Brembo brakes, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 rubber tires and 20-inch Pirelli Scorpion Z tires come standard. The interior includes carbon fiber trim and leather seats.
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Chevrolet Corvette C8Z06: $60k to $80k
General Motors has built the Chevrolet Corvette C8Z07 as a mid-engine sportscar. It was shown for the first time at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show. It is powered by a naturally-aspirated 8.0L LT4 V8 motor that produces 650 hp, 700 lbft of torque and produces 650 hp. The engine is mated with a seven-speed manual transmission. The car weighs approximately 2,800lbs.
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Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody - $70k-$100k
The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody is a muscle car built by Chrysler Group LLC. It is built on the third-generation Charger platform that was introduced in 2016. The wide body variant was introduced in 2016. The supercharged 6.2L HPI V8 engine produces 707 horsepower, making the car the fastest vehicle to be produced in the world.
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BMW M760Li xDrive – £140k-$180k
The BMW 760Li, a high performance luxury sedan made by BMW AG, is a BMW 760Li. The second generation of the 760Li was introduced in 2012, the model year 2012. The car is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 petrol engine that generates 750 hp and 800 Nm of peak torque. It can travel from 0 to 60 mph (0-100 km/h), in 3.9 seconds, and reach its maximum speed of 196 mph (315km/h).
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Porsche 911 Turbo S: $160k-$200k
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