Simca-Gordini T11

Simca-Gordini T11[1]
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorGordini
Technical specifications
ChassisSteel tubular spaceframe, aluminum body
Suspension (front)Double wishbones, independent with torsion bar springs, Messier shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Suspension (rear)Rear rigid live axle, Watts linkage, Messier hydraulic shock absorbers, trailing arms, anti-roll bar
Axle track1,140 mm (45 in) (front)
1,160 mm (46 in) (rear)
Wheelbase2,240 mm (88 in)
Engine1.1–1.5 L (67.1–91.5 cu in) Gordini DOHC L4 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Transmission4-speed manual
Power75–110 hp (56–82 kW) (Original monoposoto version) 195 hp (145 kW) (later Formula One version)[2]
Weight680 kg (1,499 lb)
BrakesDisc brakes
Competition history
Debut1948 French Grand Prix[3]

The Simca-Gordini T11, also known simply as the Gordini Type 11, is an open-wheel race car, designed, developed, and built by French manufacturer Gordini, to compete in Formula One, and was produced between 1946 and 1953.[4][5]

References

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  1. ^ "Gordini Type 11 – primotipo…". primotipo...
  2. ^ "Engine Gordini • STATS F1". www.statsf1.com.
  3. ^ "1948 Simca Gordini T11 Fangio". August 9, 2020.
  4. ^ "Simca Gordini T11 • STATS F1". www.statsf1.com.
  5. ^ "1947 Gordini T11". Retrieved 15 October 2022.