Coinciding with the launch of the R8 RWD, Audi Sport
has also unveiled the revised R8 LMS GT4. The racer borrows about 60
percent of its components from the production version of the supercar, which
received a facelift one year ago, and wants to build on the success of its
predecessor that has claimed 17 titles worldwide.
It also comes at the right time, as private buyers
can participate in a number of different events hosted worldwide. From the
standalone 24-hour races at the Nurburgring and Dubai, to the company’s LMS
Cups in Asia and Australia, there are currently 27 fielding opportunities on
five continents, including America, Australia and Africa.
The 2020 R8 LMS GT4 sports a few visual updates
inspired by the production model. The 5.2-liter, naturally aspirated V10 engine
carries over with 495 PS and over 550 Nm of
torque, as specified by regulations. The output is directed to the rear wheels
through a 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters, and total
weight stands at 1,460 kg.
One major novelty of the race car is that it allows
drivers to adjust the ABS braking and traction control systems. The setup
includes eight different settings, which depend on the weather, track conditions,
tire grip and other factors. For this, they will have to use the two rotary
switches that are mounted in the center of the steering wheel, which comes from
the GT2 variant.
The revised R8 LMS GT4 is assembled at the same line
as the street-legal variant, at Neckarsulm.
