The Ginetta-Zytek 09S, also known simply as the Zytek 09S, was a sports prototype race car, developed by Zytek Engineering as a Le Mans Prototype, following their partial merger with Ginetta, in 2009. It was built and designed complying with LMP1 rules and regulations, and is a direct evolution of the Ginetta-Zytek GZ09S.[4][5]

Ginetta-Zytek 09S (Zytek 09S)[1][2]
CategoryLMP1
ConstructorZytek Engineering
Technical specifications[3]
ChassisCarbon-fibre monocoque
Suspension (front)Independent double wishbone pushrod-actuated coil springs over shock absorbers
Suspension (rear)Independent double wishbone pushrod-actuated coil springs over shock absorbers
Length4,561 mm (180 in)
Axle track1,618 mm (64 in)/1,556 mm (61 in) front/rear
Wheelbase2,815 mm (111 in)
EngineZytek ZJ458 4,500 cc (274.6 cu in) V8 naturally aspirated mid-mounted, longitudinally mounted
TransmissionRicardo 6-speed semi-automatic
Weight900 kg (1,984.2 lb)
TyresMichelin
Dunlop
Competition history
Teams' Championships0

References edit

  1. ^ "Zytek 09S group LMP1 (2009) - Racing Cars". tech-racingcars.wikidot.com.
  2. ^ "Ginetta-Zytek GZ09S specs, lap times, performance data". FastestLaps.com.
  3. ^ "2009 Ginetta-Zytek GZ09S - Images, Specifications and Information". Ultimatecarpage.com. Retrieved 2 May 2013.
  4. ^ "Hybrid Heroes: The Cars That Brought Hybrid Drive To Endurance Racing, Part Two | dailysportscar.com". www.dailysportscar.com.
  5. ^ "Ginetta-Zytek 09S". Retrieved 6 November 2022.