Factory Five “Champ Car” 65 Coupe Specifications
 
Engine  
Configuration Pushrod 16V V-8 iron block aluminum heads
Displacement 302 CID / 4942 cc
Bore and Stroke 4.00x4.00 in.
Compression ratio 9.2:1
Induction EFI
Maximum Horsepower 345 @ 5800 rpm
Maximum Torque 330 @ 4500 rpm
Redline 6000 rpm
   
Drivetrain  
Transmission Tremec TKO 5 speed manual
Final drive ratio 3.27:1 limited slip
Clutch 10.5 inch Mcleod
   
Suspension  
Front suspension type Independent double arm
Rear suspension type Independent Rear suspension
Shock-Springs Coil over with ride height adjustment
Steering Power assisted rack and pinion 3.0 turns lock-lock
Brakes Brembo 14"
Wheels 18" BBS Sponsor Aluminum wheels

Tires

Bridgestone Potenza 275/35 ZR18 front tires and 275/40 ZR18 rear tires
   
Vehicle  
Weight 2572 lbs.
Weight Distribution F/R 43/57 (%_
Wheelbase 95 in.
Overall length 48 in.
Front Track 58.5 in.
Rear Track 58.0 in.
Overall height 46.5 in.
Overall width 72 in.
Ground clearance 4.5 in.

Fuel Capacity

15 Gallons
   
Construction  
Layout Front/mid engine RWD Coupe
Frame Tubular space frame with integral backbone
Roll cage 6 point SCCA designed competition cage with roof halo integral to frame
Sub-structure Aluminum paneling riveted and bonded to grame
Restraint System 5 Point Simpson Harness Driver and Passenger