@darkarts59 The dimensions of the Cosworth Ford DFV was more conducive for the current thinking of which powerplant was most aerodynamically efficient for the "ground effect" principle which was revolutionizing F-1 in those days, i.e; it was short. Short and compact. The Matra V-12 was too long, as were the Ferrari and Alfa Romeo, which were too wide in the bargain. Ironic then, that the flat-12 Ferrari motor powered the car which succeeded the Lotus 79 as the World Championship car in 1979.
@darkarts59 The dimensions of the Cosworth Ford DFV was more conducive for the current thinking of which powerplant was most aerodynamically efficient for the "ground effect" principle which was revolutionizing F-1 in those days, i.e; it was short. Short and compact. The Matra V-12 was too long, as were the Ferrari and Alfa Romeo, which were too wide in the bargain. Ironic then, that the flat-12 Ferrari motor powered the car which succeeded the Lotus 79 as the World Championship car in 1979.
johnny01031955 1 year ago
How come they switched to Cosworth? Only answer if you know what you're talking about.
darkarts59 2 years ago
yes..yes..yes..
that is not a race..it looks like the morning practice..
goerge4 3 years ago
nice race
monerasixy 3 years ago