Audi presented a racing diesel

Audi will try to succeed again in the 24 hours of Le Mans 2006 edition, but this time with a prototype powered by a diesel engine.

Audi R10 - a racing diesel
Audi R10 - diesel racing
Audi decided to close 2005 with a very unpredictable surprise: he developed the racing R10 model equipped with a V12 TDI diesel engine. The V12 has a capacity of 5,500 cm3 and more than 650 horsepower, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 370 km/h, exceeding those of some of the previous racing Audi, which are powered on regular fuel.

The Audi R10 has an immensely large goal, maintaining the level of successes of the previous racing model called R8. The R8 has a record of 61 races won in a total of 77 races. This indicates a success statistic close to 80 percent, which is very rare in the environment.

Audi engineers expect to gain advantage in the race because it is an engine that consumes less fuel than a naphthrous. In addition, the diesel rotates at lower revs than its predecessor and is simpler and more robust mechanics, which should ensure greater durability and tolerance to the demands of a resistance race, lasting 24 hours.

The 2006 edition of Le Mans 24 Hours Classic, which will take place from June 17 to 18, can mark a before and after in the world of car racing. The tests of the car were carried out by the famous driver Tom Kristensen, who has won the Le Mans race seven times. Kristensen stated that the car responds excellently and never believed it would drive a racing diesel. He also highlighted the high performance and speed of response of the vehicle.

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por Adrian Blanco