The Road Back to Le Mans Takes ShapeA report from Sportscar365 states that Ford remains on schedule with the development of its new hypercar ahead of its return to top-level endurance racing. Program manager Dan Sayers said the car is set to undergo its first track test in the third quarter of this year, with the vehicle still unnamed.What is known so far is that the car will use a 5.4-liter Coyote-based V8, though it differs significantly from the 5.0-liter version found in the Ford Mustang sold off the showroom floor. While rivals such as the Ferrari 499P use turbocharging, Ford’s hypercar will retain a naturally aspirated setup for reasons including reliability. After all, endurance racing demands not just power but also longevity, …
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Author: Rex Sanchez
