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2007 Courage LC70

2007 Courage LC70

Yves Courage built his own cars at the Le Mans Technopark for both LMP1 and LMP2 cars. His LC70 was dedicated to the LMP1 class and would be used by many racing teams in many configurations including the Acura ARX, Oreca LC75, Tokai LMP.

Paulo Crete was responsible for the car’s design which could accept either a Mugen MF458S V8 or Judd GV5 V10. Distinctive bodywork was drawn up by Ben Wood.

For the 2007 factory team, Courage swithed to AER power with no major victories. As a result the design was sold to Oreca who comprehensively upgraded it for the 2008 and subsequent seasons.

In Detail

built at Le Mans, France
body stylist Ben Wood
engineers Paulo Catone
engine AER P32 75º V8
position Mid, Longitudinal
aspiration Twin Garrett Turbos
block material Aluminum
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
power 447.4 kw / 600 bhp @ 6500 rpm
bhp/weight 648.65 bhp per tonne
torque 700 nm / 516.3 ft lbs @ 6200 rpm
body / frame Unitary Carbon Fiber Honeycomb Monocoque
driven wheels RWD
front brakes Brembro Carbon Ceramic Discs
rear brakes Brembro Carbon Ceramic Discs
steering Rack & Pinion w/Kyaba Power Assist
f suspension Double Wishbones w/Inboard Spring/Damper Units
r suspension Double Wishbones w/Inboard Spring/Damper Units
curb weight 925 kg / 2040 lbs
transmission Courage 6-Speed Manual w/Paddle-Shifting