Formula V8

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Formula V8
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Overview
Short name FO8
Class single-seater
License S2
Introduced 0.5P
Resemblance fictional
Body and chassis
Layout mid-engine rear-wheel drive
Seats 1
Powertrain
Engine 3.0 L V8
Power 335 kW (449 bhp)
@ 9092 RPM
Torque 385 Nm (284 lbft)
@ 7422 RPM
Power/weight 559 W/kg (762 bhp/ton)
Transmission 6-speed sequential gearbox with ignition cut
Suspension and wheels
Suspension Front: double wishbone
Rear: double wishbone
Steering wheel rotation 450° (1.3 turns)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 3000 mm (118.1 in)
Length 4528 mm (178.3 in)
Width 1738 mm (68.4 in)
Height 1023 mm (40.3 in)
Kerb weight 600 kg (1323 lbs)
Weight distribution 45 F 55 R
Fuel capacity 125 L
Features
ABS  No
Traction control  No
Pit speed limiter  Yes
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Formula V8 on LFS.net

Formula V8 is a single seater resembling a Lola Formula 3000 car.

Based upon a Formula 3000 racecar, this is the second fastest but most difficult car to drive in LFS. Once mastered though, it offers great rewards to the driver. It's no Formula One car but don't let that fool you into thinking this isn't one awesome car. Just look at that power-to-weight figure! Suffice to say, the acceleration is incredible. It can pull over 3Gs in the bends. And if it stopped any quicker it would hurt (well, more-so). Only drive it if you have the balls.

Setup tip

Like the FOX, you don't really need much understeer, just use downforce to keep the rear in place. High tyre pressures work well on this car.

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