1972 Surtees TS9B Cosworth DFV (Ford‑Cosworth DFV 3.0 V8) @ Goodwood Hillclimb скачать в хорошем качестве

1972 Surtees TS9B Cosworth DFV (Ford‑Cosworth DFV 3.0 V8) @ Goodwood Hillclimb

The 1972 Surtees TS9B Cosworth DFV is a refined evolution of the Surtees TS9, crafted by the Surtees Racing Organization under the guidance of former Formula 1 World Champion John Surtees. Designed for the 1972 Formula 1 season, the TS9B carried forward the philosophy of combining lightweight construction with reliable mechanical simplicity, aiming to compete against the dominant teams of the era. While Surtees was a relatively small outfit, the team leveraged the proven Cosworth DFV engine to punch above its weight in a highly competitive field. Chassis construction relied on an aluminum monocoque with carefully positioned structural reinforcements, allowing for both rigidity and responsiveness on high-speed circuits. The suspension system employed double wishbones front and rear, with coil springs over dampers, offering a balance between handling precision and driver comfort. Braking was managed by Girling disc brakes on all four corners, a standard setup for competitive Formula 1 cars of the period. Powering the TS9B was the legendary 3.0-liter Cosworth DFV V8, naturally aspirated, producing around 450 horsepower at 10,000 rpm. Mated to a Hewland DG 300 5-speed manual gearbox, the package allowed for a top speed exceeding 300 km/h on long straights while maintaining agile cornering dynamics. The mid-engine layout contributed to balanced weight distribution and improved handling predictability, crucial on twisty circuits. On track, the Surtees TS9B demonstrated respectable competitiveness, with occasional points finishes and strong qualifying performances. Its reliability and simplicity made it a favorite among privateers as well, and several chassis found extended life with independent teams after the factory squad retired them. Drivers praised the car for its responsive steering and predictable behavior at the limit, although it could not consistently challenge the dominant Ferrari and Lotus entries. Overall, the TS9B remains a significant part of Surtees Racing’s legacy, representing the ambition of a small team to remain competitive in the golden era of Formula 1. Its combination of the potent Cosworth DFV engine, lightweight monocoque, and finely tuned suspension exemplifies early 1970s F1 engineering, making it both a collector’s favorite and an important historical model in the sport’s development. BHP: 437 bhp @ 9 500 rpm Torque: 339 Nm @ 8 000 rpm _-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- Ryzen7 5800X @ 4.6Ghz ThermalTake AIO MSI 4070ti OC Edition 32gb DDR4 @ 3200 GT Omega ART cockpit NEX fixed bucket seat MOZA Racing R5 wheel MOZA Racing CRP2 pedals with clutch MOZA Racing HGP shifter CSP Real Weather (PURE Live)