Lotus 79 (1978-79)

BatteryYuasa
BearingsVandervell
BrakesLotus/Lockheed
Brake PadsFerodo
Capacity2,993cc
Carburettors-
ClutchBorg & Beck
DampersKoni
EngineFord Cosworth DFV
Fuel-
Fuel Capacity38 gallons (168 litres)
Fuel SystemLucas
Fuel TanksMarston
GearboxHewland FG400/5-speed
Gearbox Weight121lb (55kg)
Half-shaftsLobro
Height Overall-
IgnitionLucas
InstrumentsSmiths
Length Overall-
Maximum Power475bhp
OilValvoline
PistonsCosworth
PlugsNGK
RadiatorSerck
Rim Width Front10in
Rim Width Rear18.5in
RingsHepworth & Grandage
RPM10,750
SteeringKnight rack and pinion
Suspension FrontLower wishbones, upper rocking arms
inboard coil/spring dampers
Suspension RearLower wishbones, upper rocking arms
inboard coil/spring dampers
Track Front68in (1,730mm)
Track Rear64in (1,630mm)
Turbocharger(s)-
TyresGoodyear
Weight (Engine)365lb (166kg)
Weight (Tub)86lb (39kg)
Weight (Dry)-
Weight (Start)-
Formula Weight1,268lb (575kg)
Wheelbase108in (2,718mm)
Wheel Diameter-f13in
Wheel Diameter-r13in