Zytek ZB408 engine

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Zytek ZB408 [1]
Overview
Manufacturer Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Gibson
Production2000-present
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 650  hp (485  kW)
Torque output 435  lb⋅ft (590  N⋅m)
Dimensions
Dry weight135  kg (298  lb)

The Zytek ZB408 engine is a 4.0-litre, normally-aspirated, DOHC, V8 racing engine, developed and produced by Zytek for sports car racing, since 2000.

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References

  1. "ZB408 (4.0-litre)".
  2. "Mulsanne's Corner: 2001-2002 Panoz LMP07". www.mulsannescorner.com.
  3. "2001 Panoz LMP 07 - Images, Specifications and Information". Ultimatecarpage.com.