Honda has finally revealed official details and pics of the
HSV-10 GT
, its new Super GT racer - the car that was originally destined to become the road-going replacement for the NSX.
Climate change panic and the small matter of a global economic meltdown put paid to the new NSX, leaving this as that car's only 'living' relative.
Power comes from a Mugen-assembled engined V8 originally designed for Formula Nippon single-seaters, the body is built by Japanese racing specialists Dome, and the whole thing has been designed by Honda's in-house R&D team.
Spec fans can dribble over the finer points of the HSV-10 GTs technical attributes below, while everyone can enjoy the pictures...
Honda HSV-010 GT
Specifications and performance characteristics
Length x Width x Height (m): 4.675 x 2.000 x (not disclosed)
Wheelbase (m): 2.700
Vehicle weight (kg): 1,100 or more
Engine name: HR10EG
Configuration: Liquid-cooled, naturally aspirated, longitudinal V8
V angle (°): 90
Valve train: Gear-driven DOHC: 2 intake and 2 exhaust valves per cylinder
Displacement (cm3): 3,397
Bore x stroke (mm): 93.0 x 62.5
Compression ratio: (Not disclosed)
Maximum output: 500hp or more
Maximum torque(N-m): 392 or more (290lb ft)
Throttle control system: Mechanical
Fuel supply system: Programmed fuel injection system (Honda PGM-FI)
Fuel: Lead-free premium gasoline
Lubrication: Dry sump
Transmission mechanism: Constant mesh
Transmission shifting method: Steering paddle shifter
Steering system mechanism: Rack and pinion system with electric power steering (EPS)
Tyres: Front 330/40R18, Rear 330/45R17
Brake type and mechanism: Hydraulic ventilated disc system
Suspension system: Double wishbone
Stabilizer: Torsion bar