Here are the specifications for the 3 TPTCC 'weapons' available in 2002
  Alfa Romeo 155ti Mercedes C-class Opel Calibra V6
Engine configuration 60-degree V 90-degree V 75-degree V
Number of cylinders 6, normally aspirated 6, normally aspirated 6, normally aspirated
Valvetrain DOHC, 4 valves/cyl DOHC, 4 valves/cyl 4 cam, 4 valves/cyl
Displacement(cc) 2499 2499 2498
Compression ratio 12.5:1 NA 12.5:1
Power output (HP @ RPM) 450 @ 11,700 approx. 460 @ 11,500 460 @ 11,650
Max torque @ RPM 300Nm @ 9500 300Nm @ 9000 310 Nm @ 9000
Engine management Magneti Marelli Bosch Motronic Bosch Motronic
Engine location Front, transverse Front, longitudinal Front, longitudinal
Gearbox 6-speed sequential 6-speed sequential 6-speed sequential
Wheelbase (mm) 2540 2715 2605
Fuel capacity (L) 140 120 140
Dry weight (kg) 1060 1020 1060
Power/weight ratio 2.36 kg/hp 2.22 kg/hp 2.30 kg/hp
Drivetrain All wheel drive Rear drive All wheel drive
Wheels (brand/size) OZ Racing/10x19 BBS/9.5x18 BBS/10x19
Country of origin Italy Germany Germany
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