Volvo Polestar Racing unveiled the S60 racecar that will compete in this year’s V8 Supercars Championship.
Volvo Polestar Racing unveiled the S60 racecar that will compete in this year’s V8 Supercars Championship.
The S60 V8 Supercar, dressed in a Valvoline livery will be able to stretch its legs on Saturday at the Sydney Motorsport Park test day. The engine is a naturally-aspirated HTML8 5.0-liter engine that produces an estimated 650 HP (478kW) and 487lb-ft (666 Nm) of torque.
The engine can rev up to 7,500rpm and runs on E85 gasoline. It can reach speeds of more than 185 mph (298km/h) in just 3.2 seconds from a standstill. The rear axle is powered by a six-speed sequential transmission gearbox that includes a built-in spool diff.
Volvo S60 V8 Supercar features a double wishbone front suspension and independent rear suspension. 395mm front discs and 355mm rear ventilated disks with six- or four-point AP Racing calipers provide stopping power. The wheels are 18-inch forged aluminum alloy, wrapped in Dunlop tires. It has Ohlins TX dampers.