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The 360 GTC is a new FIA/ACO homologation of the Challenge Stradale, which adopts some of its basic elements; front spoiler, door sills, engine cover and double rear floor. As far as the FIA GT championship is concerned, this competition model meets the requirements of the regulations for the N-GT class.
The car was developed by the Corse Clienti department at Maranello, in collaboration with Michelotto Automobili, using the very latest evolutions successfully tried in past races with the 360 GT.
Compared with that earlier model, there are major changes to the aerodynamics as wind tunnel research has led to a new layout for the rear wing, with a notable improvement in vertical down force.
The 360 GTC weighs 1100 kg, which is the minimum weight limit allowed in the rules. This was achieved by making some of the bodywork using composite materials, which means the parts are as strong as the original ones but with a notable advantage in terms of weight.
The engine is a 3586.2 cc 90 degree V8 which, because of the regulations has had its power output restricted to a certain extent. Despite carrying the obligatory 30.8 mm intake restrictors, the Ferrari engine specialists have managed to get it to produce 445 horsepower at 8750 rpm. Magneti Marelli provides the electronic management package and during the course of its development, much attention was paid to fuel consumption as the GT events are endurance races. The use of tailor-made lubricants has alos contributed to an increase in performance. The 360 GTC uses a six speed sequential gearbox, already introduced on the 360 GT during the 2003 season, with very positive results.
The brake system is hydraulically operated with steel discs, fitted with 6 piston calipers at the front and 4 pistons at the rear.
The aluminum monocoque chassis (with FIA approved steel roll-over cage) has independent suspension all round, with aluminum wishbones and incorporates anti-dive and anti-squat.Source - Ferrari World
The car was developed by the Corse Clienti department at Maranello, in collaboration with Michelotto Automobili, using the very latest evolutions successfully tried in past races with the 360 GT.
Compared with that earlier model, there are major changes to the aerodynamics as wind tunnel research has led to a new layout for the rear wing, with a notable improvement in vertical down force.
The 360 GTC weighs 1100 kg, which is the minimum weight limit allowed in the rules. This was achieved by making some of the bodywork using composite materials, which means the parts are as strong as the original ones but with a notable advantage in terms of weight.
The engine is a 3586.2 cc 90 degree V8 which, because of the regulations has had its power output restricted to a certain extent. Despite carrying the obligatory 30.8 mm intake restrictors, the Ferrari engine specialists have managed to get it to produce 445 horsepower at 8750 rpm. Magneti Marelli provides the electronic management package and during the course of its development, much attention was paid to fuel consumption as the GT events are endurance races. The use of tailor-made lubricants has alos contributed to an increase in performance. The 360 GTC uses a six speed sequential gearbox, already introduced on the 360 GT during the 2003 season, with very positive results.
The brake system is hydraulically operated with steel discs, fitted with 6 piston calipers at the front and 4 pistons at the rear.
The aluminum monocoque chassis (with FIA approved steel roll-over cage) has independent suspension all round, with aluminum wishbones and incorporates anti-dive and anti-squat.Source - Ferrari World
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