Lotus Type 49
Lotus Classic Cars · Race
Brand
Lotus Classic Cars
Class
Race
Power
410 hp
Torque
350 Nm
Weight
575 kg
Top speed
300 km/h
0–100 km/h
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Power-to-weight
1.4 kg/hp
About the Lotus Type 49
After a difficult first year for Lotus in the 3 litre formula, Chapman went back to the drawing board and came up with a design that was both back to basics, and a leap ahead. Taking inspiration from earlier designs, particularly the Lotus 43 and Lotus 38 Indycar, the 49 was the first F1 car to be powered by the now-famous Ford Cosworth DFV engine after Chapman convinced Ford to build an F1 powerplant. The 49 was an advanced design in Formula 1 because of its chassis configuration. The specially-designed engine became a stress-bearing structural member (seen first with the H16 engine in the Lotus 43 and BRM P83), bolted to the monocoque at one end and the suspension and gearbox at the other. Since then virtually all Formula 1 cars have been built this way.
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Lotus Type 49 — FAQ
What are the Lotus Type 49's specs in Assetto Corsa?
The Lotus Type 49 is a Lotus Classic Cars race car making 410 hp and weighing 575 kg, with a top speed of about 300 km/h.
Is the Lotus Type 49 a good car for beginners?
As a race car, the Lotus Type 49 rewards smooth inputs and practice — start in a slower street car if you're new, then graduate to it. Its power-to-weight of 1.4 kg/hp puts it in the middle of the pack in the stock roster.
How do I add the Lotus Type 49 to my Assetto Corsa server?
On XGamingServer, the Lotus Type 49 is part of the stock content already installed. Open the free Race Manager, create a Quick or Custom Race, and select the Lotus Type 49 in the car picker. Mod cars can be uploaded on the Cars page in the manager.
Can I run a Lotus Type 49 one-make race or championship?
Yes. In the Race Manager you can lock the entry list to a single car for a one-make series, or mix it into a multi-class grid, then run it as a scheduled race or full championship with points.
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