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Lotus Esprit V8



Tuner
Country GB
Year 1996
Engine Lotus
Engine Type V8
Cams 4
Valves/cyl 4.0000
Compression
Bore 83.000
Stroke 81.000
Capacity (cc) 3506
Power (at revs) 550 HP/
Torque
Induction "2 turbo (2,3)"
Ignition
Fuel system
Chassis type
Body type coupé
Designer
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Shock absorbers
Engine position mid
Wheelbase (mm) 2420
Front track (mm)
Rear track (mm)
Weight (kg) 900
Drive rear
Number of gears 6
Gearbox sequential
Fuel tank size (litres)
Brakes
Front brake type CF disc
Rear brake type CF disc
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres Michelin
Front tyres
Rear tyres
Maximum speed (kph)

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