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Conventional wings were fitted both front and rear for the stability at high-speed. Chapman applied this solution after being inspired by Mosquito fighter bomber aircraft constructed by de Havilland. On the both sides of the driver’s compartment, full-length side pods with the radiators created more ground effect. The honeycomb monocoque was very slim and light but because of that and increased stress created by ground effects, the car was hard to handle. This low-pressure zone was sealed on both sides by a vertically movable skirt to maintain a slight contact with the track at all times. Once purchased this will always be available in your account.With a wing profile on the floor, the air under the car was accelerated, resulting in a low-pressure area. You will receive an email with the link to download the image. GP winner: GP of South Africa 1978, GP of Austria 1978īy purchasing the Image Lotus – Ford Cosworth 79 n.6. Second in the Formula 1 World Champion 1978 with driver Ronnie Peterson Transmission: Hewland FGA 400 five speed manual gearbox Suspension rear: Upper rocker arms, lower wishbones, inboard coil springs over dampers

Suspension front: Upper rocker arms, lower wishbone, inboard spring/damper units CHASSISĭesigned: Colin Chapman with Martin Ogilvie and Peter Wright In the Italian Grand Prix an accident at the start also involved Peterson, the car caught fire and the Lotus driver died the next day due to burns. The Swedish driver managed to win two races during the season and got them in South Africa and Austria. Ronnie Peterson with the Lotus – Ford Cosworth 79 n.6 finished second in the Formula 1 World Championship in 1978 The car through the ducts under the sides generated an increase in downforce using the Venturi. Colin Chapman after the last victory in 1972 with the Lotus 72D, entrusted to Martin Ogilvie and Peter Wright a project that revolutionized the Formula 1 of that year. The Lotus – Ford Cosworth 79 is a car of the Formula 1 World Championship in 1978. Description LOTUS – FORD COSWORTH 79 n.6 HISTORY