This Audi RS5 DTM is the new DTM racing version that's set to compete in the
popular German touring car series.
The two versions weren't just revealed together, but for the first time were developed together right
from the get-go.
The new RS5 DTM was designed to meet the
latest changes to the regulations. That means a 4.0-liter V8 engine that, while
based on the existing unit, now features a new intake and cooling system, and
is tuned to deliver over 500 horsepower. It also means softer tires, and a ride height that sits closer to the track surface.
While designed to closely emulate the styling of the
street version, the new RS5 DTM benefits from improved aerodynamics. The grille
is just for show, while the front splitter, underfloor panels, and rear
diffuser are all new. The rear wing sits in the same position, but is now
flatter, and incorporates two flaps for a drag-reduction system similar to that
used in Formula One.
The sum total is a car that promises to deliver
significantly faster lap times on any circuit the series will visit this year.
The regulations also envision more overtaking, so the spectacle won't just be
faster, but hopefully filled with even more action for fans and competitors
alike.
