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The Palatov D1 was designed by Dennis Palatov and is being readied for production by Palatov Motorsport. A proof-of-concept prototype (dp1) was constructed over a period of several years using a 4-cylinder engine from Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle. There are detailed blogs on the design, build and testing of the prototype. After extensive testing the prototype was eventually retired and has since found a second life as the electric racecar. Taking everything learned from the dp1 prototype, Dennis formed Palatov Motorsport in 2008 to manufacture lightweight track and racing cars. The first car released was the D4. Its development is documented in a separate blog. Now the D1 development continues with a 430 hp Hartley V8 engine and redesigned bodywork. First production D1 is expected to be released in 2011 and the development is being documented in its own bolg. With a proprietary AWD system, extreme light weight and 1,000 hp per metric ton the D1 will be the flagship of the Palatov Motorsport product lineup. The D1 is designed to use the Hartley V8 exclusively. The production V8 version is intended for skilled and experienced track drivers who can make use of its potential. The D1 will only be sold as a complete (turnkey) car exclusively for track use with no streetable option. ==Specifications== ''Preliminary specifications'' *Engine: Custom 3,000cc V8, 430 hp @10,000 RPM, 220 lb-ft @6500 RPM *Transmission: Hewland 5-speed sequential with reverse *Weight: Approximately 950 lb (431 kg) *Power/weight: 1,000 hp/metric ton (2.2 lb/hp) *Wheelbase: 80.5" *Length: 113" *Width: 68" *Height: 39" (top of rollbar) *Ground Clearance: 1.5" *Drivetrain: proprietary AWD system with chain drive and limited slip differentials *Chassis: advanced composite, quick-change bodywork *Wheels: 13x8 Tires: 20x8-13 race slicks *Price: US$150,000 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Palatov D1」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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