Matra Sports V12 engine

Matra Sports V12 engine
Matra MS9 V12 engine in MS11 F1 car
Overview
ManufacturerFrance Matra
DesignerGeorges Martin
Production1968–1982
Layout
Displacement2993 cc
Cylinder bore79.7 mm
Piston stroke50 mm
Cylinder block materialAluminum
Cylinder head materialAluminum
ValvetrainGear driven DOHC, 4 valves × cyl.
Compression ratio11:1
Combustion
Oil systemDry sump
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power output450 bhp (336 kW) at 11,000 rpm
Torque output343 N⋅m (253 lbf⋅ft) at 8,000 rpm
Dimensions
Dry weight168 kg (370 lb)

The Matra Sports V12 engine is a family of automotive internal combustion engines built for Formula One (F1) and sports car endurance racing. Cars powered by versions of the engine won at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1972, 1973, and 1974, and gave Matra the World Championship for Makes title in 1973 and 1974.[1][2] The Matra Sports V12 is also remembered for its distinctive sound.[3][4][5]

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