Zytek 2ZG408 engine

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Zytek 2ZG408
Overview
Manufacturer Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Zytek
Production2006-2007
Layout
Configuration V8 naturally-aspirated, 90° cylinder angle
Displacement 4.0  L (244  cu in)
Valvetrain DOHC
Combustion
Fuel systemElectronic indirect multi-point injection
Fuel type Elf LMS 102 RON unleaded Gasoline
E10 Ethanol
Output
Power output 620  hp (462  kW) @ 9200 rpm
Torque output 391  lb⋅ft (530  N⋅m) @ 7500 rpm
Dimensions
Dry weight 123  kg (271  lb)

The Zytek 2ZG408 engine is a 4.0-litre, normally-aspirated, DOHC, V8 racing engine which was developed and produced by Zytek for sports car racing between 2006 and 2007. [1]

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References

  1. "Zytek 2ZG408 (2006) - Racing Cars". tech-racingcars.wikidot.com.
  2. "2006 Zytek 06S Specifications". Ultimatecarpage.com.
  3. "2007 Zytek 07S Specifications". Ultimatecarpage.com.