Daytona Prototype

 

 

A new era in American sports car racing began at the 2003 Rolex 24 At Daytona when the Daytona Prototypes led the field to the green flag. The Daytona Prototypes are the premier class for the Rolex Sports Car Series. Announced on the eve of 2002 Rolex 24, the concept quickly took root and is now the most competitive road racing series in the world.

Technical Overview
The Daytona Prototype is a flat-bottomed, closed cockpit, mid-engine coupe with a complete frame (non-stressed engine). It uses independent suspension with adjustable shock absorbers. Each car is aerodynamically designed to be as efficient as possible in speed and downforce, using a mandated, common to all cars, rear wing.

Engines
Engines for Daytona Prototypes are available from production car manufacturers from throughout the world. To be legal, an engine must be submitted to Grand American for approval. Engines are tested and inspected to determine the power characteristics and internal components, and then that engine is approved for competition with the configuration established during testing. All engine components are available to any competitor who wishes to use them. This guarantees each competitor a chance to run near the front of the pack and race fans the prospect of exciting, close racing from start to finish.