Ford GT90

2008-12-22T18:11:59Z

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{{Concept Car Infobox |
|Image = [[Image:Ford GT90.jpg|300px]]
|Marque = [[Ford]]
|aka = '''Type aka here, not up there'''
|Introduction = '''year of introduction+Where(auto show)'''
|Body Style = '''how many doors+how many seats+what type of body'''
|Length = '''length - type here'''
|Width = '''Width - type here'''
|Height = '''Height - type here'''
|Wheelbase = '''wheelbase - type here'''
|Weight = '''Weight - you get the point'''
|Transmission = 5 speed manual
|Engine = 6.0 litre ''quad-turbocharged'' [[V12]], 48 valves
|Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm
|Similar = '''similar (competition)'''
|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)'''
}}
The '''Ford GT90''' was a [[concept car]] manufactured by the [[Ford Motor Company]]. It was unveiled in January 1995, at the [[Detroit Auto Show]] as "the world's mightiest supercar". Claimed performance included a top speed close to 250 mph (402 km/h) from a 720 [[horsepower|hp]] (537 kW) quad-[[turbocharged]] [[V12]] [[engine]].

The mid-engined car was a spiritual successor to the [[Ford GT40]], taking from it some styling cues, such as doors that cut into the roofline, but little else. All angles and glass, the Ford GT90 was the first Ford to display the company's "New Edge" design philosophy. The GT90 was built around a honeycomb-section aluminum [[monocoque]] and its body panels were moulded from carbon fiber.

The GT90 was built by a small team in just over six months and, as a result, borrowed many components from another high profile stablemate—the [[Jaguar XJ220]]. The all-round [[double wishbone suspension]] and the five-speed manual [[gearbox]] came from the Jaguar, while the engine was from another member of the Ford family.

The GT90's 48-valve V12 was a six-litre engine which, if Ford had ever produced it in volume, might have produced up to 720 hp (537 kW), thanks to four [[Garrett Systems]] T2 [[turbocharger]]s. The engine was based on the [[Ford Modular engine]]. Two V8 engines each had portions removed, and the cut down engines were welded together. In total, this yielded a 90-degree V-12, with 90.2 mm bore and 77.3 mm stroke.


It is one of the cars that can be driven in the game Need for Speed II. It is also available to drive in Gran Turismo 2, Gran Turismo HD, Sega GT 2002, Ford Racing 2, Ford Racing 3, Project Gotham Racing 3 and TOCA Race Driver 2.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]]'''.

===Photos===

<gallery>
Image:Fordgt90rear1.jpg
</gallery>

==Unique Attributes==
If there are any features of this [[automobile|vehicle]] that sets it apart from other [[automobile|vehicles]] in its class, then mention those ''unique attributes'' here.

Ceramic insulation tiles to prevent the exhaust heat from melting the body panels.

==Criticisms==
Please make sure to '''''keep critiques in a third-person point of view'''''. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then '''''please make sure to cite the quote'''''.

"I actually drove the car. It had a top speed of 40 mph and handled like a cartoon". Jeremy Clarkson, Top Gear.

==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.

==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or orgainization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.

==See Also==
{{Ford}}

== References ==
* John McCormick "No White Elephant" ''AUTOCAR'', 9 August 1995.

==External Links==
* [http://www.geocities.com/frdgt90/gt90home GT90 Home]
* [http://fordgt90.proboards78.com/index.cgi Ford GT90 Discussion Board]

[[Category:Concept automobiles]]

Ford GT90

2008-12-22T18:08:20Z

59.178.184.175: /* Unique Attributes */

{{Concept Car Infobox |
|Image = [[Image:Ford GT90.jpg|300px]]
|Marque = [[Ford]]
|aka = '''Type aka here, not up there'''
|Introduction = '''year of introduction+Where(auto show)'''
|Body Style = '''how many doors+how many seats+what type of body'''
|Length = '''length - type here'''
|Width = '''Width - type here'''
|Height = '''Height - type here'''
|Wheelbase = '''wheelbase - type here'''
|Weight = '''Weight - you get the point'''
|Transmission = 5 speed manual
|Engine = 6.0 litre ''quad-turbocharged'' [[V12]], 48 valves
|Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm
|Similar = '''similar (competition)'''
|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)'''
}}
The '''Ford GT90''' was a [[concept car]] manufactured by the [[Ford Motor Company]]. It was unveiled in January 1995, at the [[Detroit Auto Show]] as "the world's mightiest supercar". Claimed performance included a top speed close to 250 mph (402 km/h) from a 720 [[horsepower|hp]] (537 kW) quad-[[turbocharged]] [[V12]] [[engine]].

The mid-engined car was a spiritual successor to the [[Ford GT40]], taking from it some styling cues, such as doors that cut into the roofline, but little else. All angles and glass, the Ford GT90 was the first Ford to display the company's "New Edge" design philosophy. The GT90 was built around a honeycomb-section aluminum [[monocoque]] and its body panels were moulded from carbon fiber.

The GT90 was built by a small team in just over six months and, as a result, borrowed many components from another high profile stablemate—the [[Jaguar XJ220]]. The all-round [[double wishbone suspension]] and the five-speed manual [[gearbox]] came from the Jaguar, while the engine was from another member of the Ford family.

The GT90's 48-valve V12 was a six-litre engine which, if Ford had ever produced it in volume, might have produced up to 720 hp (537 kW), thanks to four [[Garrett Systems]] T2 [[turbocharger]]s. The engine was based on the [[Ford Modular engine]]. Two V8 engines each had portions removed, and the cut down engines were welded together. In total, this yielded a 90-degree V-12, with 90.2 mm bore and 77.3 mm stroke.


It is one of the cars that can be driven in the game Need for Speed II. It is also available to drive in Gran Turismo 2, Gran Turismo HD, Sega GT 2002, Ford Racing 2, Ford Racing 3, Project Gotham Racing 3 and TOCA Race Driver 2.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]]'''.

===Photos===

<gallery>
Image:Fordgt90rear1.jpg
</gallery>

==Unique Attributes==
If there are any features of this [[automobile|vehicle]] that sets it apart from other [[automobile|vehicles]] in its class, then mention those ''unique attributes'' here.

Ceramic insulation tiles to prevent the exhaust heat from melting the body panels.

==Criticisms==
Please make sure to '''''keep critiques in a third-person point of view'''''. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then '''''please make sure to cite the quote'''''.

==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.

==Awards==
List out notable ''awards'' that the model has recieved while in production. '''Boldface''' the company or orgainization that gives out the award, and ''Italicize'' the name of the award.

==See Also==
{{Ford}}

== References ==
* John McCormick "No White Elephant" ''AUTOCAR'', 9 August 1995.

==External Links==
* [http://www.geocities.com/frdgt90/gt90home GT90 Home]
* [http://fordgt90.proboards78.com/index.cgi Ford GT90 Discussion Board]

[[Category:Concept automobiles]]

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