The Gordini T16, also known as Gordini Type 16 is an open-wheel race car, designed, developed and built by French manufacturer Gordini, for Formula One and Formula Two racing categories, between 1952 and 1956.[4][5][6]
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| Category | Formula One Formula Two |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Gordini |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Steel 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 |
| Engine | 2.0–2.3 L (122.0–140.4 cu in) DOHC L6 naturally-aspirated mid-engined |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Power | 175 hp (130 kW) @ 7000 rpm[2] |
| Weight | 680–780 kg (1,499–1,720 lb) |
| Brakes | Drum brakes |
| Competition history | |
| Debut | 1952 Swiss Grand Prix[3] |
References
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- ^ Smith, Roy (April 5, 2013). Amedee Gordini: A True Racing Legend. Veloce Publishing Ltd. ISBN 9781845843175 – via Google Books.
- ^ "1952 Gordini Type 16 - T16 6 cylindres". www.classicdriver.com.
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- ^ "Gordini T16 • STATS F1". www.statsf1.com.