Simca-Gordini T15

Simca-Gordini T15[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)
Engine1.4–1.5 L (85.4–91.5 cu in) Gordini DOHC L4 naturally-aspirated mid-engined
Transmission4-speed manual
Power94 hp (70 kW) @ 6000 rpm (Monoposoto version)[2]
195 hp (145 kW) @ 6500 rpm (Formula One version)[3]
Weight680 kg (1,499 lb)
BrakesDisc brakes
Competition history
Debut1948 Stockholm Grand Prix[4]
Simca-Gordini T15

The Simca-Gordini Type 15, also known simply as the Gordini Type 15, is an open-wheel race car, designed, developed, and built by French manufacturer Gordini, to compete in Formula One, and was produced between 1947 and 1953.[5][6]

References

  1. ^ "1948 Simca Gordini T15 Grand Prix technical and mechanical specifications". conceptcarz.com.
  2. ^ "Gordini Simca T15, 1948 [Auta5P ID:6191 EN]". auta5p.eu.
  3. ^ "Engine Gordini • STATS F1". www.statsf1.com.
  4. ^ "1949 Simca Gordini T15 Trintignant". December 23, 2019.
  5. ^ "8W - What? - Gordini". 8w.forix.com.
  6. ^ "Gordini Type 15 – primotipo…". primotipo...