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Old 10-09-2006, 08:46 PM
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R56 turbo engine to be used in open-cockpit race "LeMans" type spec-racer

Boring to some, interesting to others:

http://www.peugeot.com/sport/sport_a...opresse_EN.pdf


The Spider 207

The Spider 207, which received its world première in Paris, is developed from the 20Cup concept car but features a more conventional 4-wheel architecture and a rear transverse engine. This car, intended to be driven in a single class category, will provide intense and genuine driving pleasure, combined with the use of a production engine offering a high level of torque and reliability

This category will be the curtain raiser to all five rounds of the Le Mans Series (LMS) and an extra event will also take place in France as part of the Rencontres Peugeot Sport. It is a racing car embodying the attributes of both LMP1 and LMP2 cars and complying with ACO regulations, particularly as regards rollover protection. Its rear design is reminiscent of the Sport Prototype cars of the 1970s, with its shortengine cowling with no rear spoiler.

Technical specifications of the Spider 207

The chassis:

The chassis is tubular and consists of three main parts for reasons of repairability and theengine-gearbox assembly occupies a central rear transverse position. For driver safety, the car’s structure (chassis, front and rear rollover bars, crash box, and steering column) meets the requirements of IAF regulations governing Sports Cars (LMP1and LMP2)

Suspension, steering, brakes

Double wishbone and spring-damper units - front and rear. A large number of components have been derived from Peugeot’s current vehicles range. They are, however, assembled according to “racing” criteria (special ball joints and fixtures)

• Front and rear hub carriers from the 407, modified.
• Discs and brake calipers from the 407.
• Radiator and intercooler from the
• Steering from the 407.

An attempt has also been made to standardise as many parts as possible for the four suspension units.

The engine:

The 1.6 litre THP 16v EP6 DTS engine is the same as that of the future 207RC, developed as part of the co-operation with the BMW Group. It is a standard engine except for the intake and exhaust systems which are modified for the Spider 207.The power output is 128 kW, or 175bhp, at 5800 rpm.

The gearbox:

Sadev 6-speed dog ring sequential gearbox with selection controlled by “paddles” on the steering wheel.

Body and aerodynamics:

The Spider 207 has two diffusers, one located under the bonnet forward of the front wheels, the other at the extreme rear. They are separated by a wide, flat under floor covering practically the entire underside of the car. These diffusers and extractors help improve road holding. Rear down force is also aided by the design of the imposing rear cowling, giving the car a specific style, but also making it possible to dispense with a rear spoiler, which can be very prone to accidental damage. The bodywork consists of 9 individual parts in order to reduce repair costs.

Electronics:

The car features the standard Bosch electronic control unit (ECU), adapted, however, to the requirements of the Spider 207, but “locked” to prevent any reprogramming or modifications.

A “black box” fitted to the car will continuously record the engine’s operating parameters.This data will be used for technical evaluation during events, but will not be accessible by competitors.


Engine:

• 1.6 litre THP 16v EP6 DTS
• Bore: 77mm
• Stroke: 85.8mm
• Compression ratio: 10,5
• 16 v cylinder head with two overhead camshafts
• Twin Scroll turbocharger
• Variable valve timing (VVT) on intake camshaft
• Direct petrol injection
• Ignition: one coil per cylinder
• Power: 128 kW or 175bhp
• Torque of 240 Nm at 1600 rpm (constant up to 4500 rpm)
• Maximum engine speed: 6500 rpm

Gearbox:

• Sadev ST 74-14 6-speed dog ring gearbox
• Sequential gear selection actuated by paddles on the steering wheel
• Clutch: 207RC mechanism.Sintered metal disc.

Dimensions:

• Length: 4,131 mm
• Width: 1,854 mm
• Front track: 1,505 mm
• Rear track: 1,615 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,600 mm
• Tyres: Michelin 21/65-18
• Kerb weight: 720 kg

I think what's more interesting is that Peugeot confirmed that the 207 R Cup features a future rally version for Super2000. If I get this right, that means a 2.0 litre version...

http://www.peugeot.com/tradition/con...rcup_fiche.htm
 
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Old 10-11-2006, 05:05 AM
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You were right. This was boring.





Actually, pretty intersting, thanks for posting.
 
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wow... When did Puegot become cool?
 
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Originally Posted by TheBlackBrian
wow... When did Puegot become cool?
Ummmm ..... Peugeot has been "cool" for a long long time.

1988



Around 2003 ?






There new 908 for the Le Mans series.






 
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I guess I am refering to the Puegot my dad had when I was a we lad. I dont need to say that it was a POS.

Did any of you see the V12 concept on that site?

Are they going to come back to the US?

-Brian
 

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this little beast is sick...i would love to campaign one in some kind of race series here!

you can find some great high res images here -- the side and rear profiles are particularly striking IMO
 
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