Matra-Simca MS660

Matra-Simca MS660
CategoryGroup 6 Prototype
ConstructorMatra
Designer(s)Bernard Boyer
PredecessorMS650
SuccessorMS670
Technical specifications[1]
ChassisGlass-fibre reinforced plastic panels
Suspension (front)Double wishbones, coil springs over dampers
Suspension (rear)Double wishbones, coil springs over dampers
Length3,900 mm (153.5 in)
Width1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height760 mm (29.9 in)
Axle trackFront: 1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Rear: 1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Wheelbase2,600 mm (102.4 in)
EngineMatra MS12, 2,993 cc (182.6 cu in), 60º V12, NA, Longitudinal, mid-mounted
TransmissionMatra 5-speed manual
Weight700 kg (1,543.2 lb)
FuelLucas
Competition history
Notable entrantsEquipe Matra Elf
Matra Sports
Equipe Matra-Simca
Notable driversFrance Jean-Pierre Beltoise
France Henri Pescarolo
France Jean-Pierre Jabouille
New Zealand Chris Amon
United Kingdom David Hobbs
Debut1970 24 Hours of Le Mans
RacesWinsPolesF/Laps
8000
Teams' Championships0
Constructors' Championships0

The Matra-Simca MS660 is a Group 6 prototype race car introduced in 1969 for the International Championship for Makes. The MS660 replaced the previous Matra-Simca MS650.[2]

  1. ^ "Matra MS660". http://tech-racingcars.wikidot.comaccessdate=24 December 2016.
  2. ^ "Matra Manufacturing & Services". Archived from the original on 24 December 2016. Retrieved 24 December 2016.