Ferrari Challenge Series info

Car : 2003 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale
The Challenge Stradale is a low production track day focused car based on the 360 Modena. From a handling and braking performance perspective was the equivalent of adding a FHP (Fiorano Handling Pack) to the 360, which was available for V12 models such as the 550, 575 or F599 but never separately for the V8's.

It was inspired by the 360 Modena Challenge racing car series so the focus was primarily on improving its track lapping performance credentials by concentrating on handling, braking and weight reduction characteristics, which are essential in pure racing cars. Ferrari engineers designed the car from the outset with a goal of 20% track day use in mind and 80% road use. With only a small 20 bhp (15 kW) improvement in engine power from the Modena (and boasting an improved power-to-weight ratio) the Challenge Stradale accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.0 seconds (three tenths faster than a Modena) but bald figures do not paint the full picture. For the enthusiastic driver the differences are truly staggering; genuine systematic improvements were achieved to the setup and feel of the whole car. Throttle response from the digital throttle was ratcheted up and feedback through the steering wheel was enhanced. The responsiveness of the controls, the balance of the chassis, the braking performance and the driver feedback all contribute greatly to the overall driving experience. Thanks to CCM brakes borrowed from the F430, some lower weight parts and a FHP handling pack, the Challenge Stradale was able to claim an impressive 3.5 seconds improvement per lap of its Fiorano circuit compared to the Modena (the target was 2.5 seconds).

In total, the Challenge Stradale is up to 110 kg (243 lb) lighter than the standard Modena if all the lightweight options are specified such as deleted radio, lexan (plexiglass) door window and Alcantara fabric (instead of the leather option). As much as 74 kilograms (207 lb) was taken off on the car by lightening the bumpers, stripping the interior of its sound deadening and carbon mirrors and making the optional Modena carbon seats standard. Resin Transfer Moulding was utilized for the bumpers and skirts, a carry over from the Challenge cars which resulted in lighter bumpers than on the Modena. The engine and transmission weight was slimmed down 11 kg (24 lb) through the use of a smaller, lighter weight sports (yet still stainless steel) exhaust back box and valved exit pipes. The Challenge Stradale also got Brembo carbon ceramic brakes as standard (which later became standard fitment on the F430) which shaved 16 kg off the curb weight and improved handling by reducing unsprung weight and completely eliminating brake fade. Cars fitted with the center console stereo option, sub speaker box behind the seats and glass side windows re-gained approximately 30 kg over the best selected options (from a weight perspective).


Build:
Engine and Power
Race Exhaust
Race Flywheel
Patform and Handling
Race Anti Roll Bars - Front and Rear
Race Roll Cage
Race Weight Reduction
Transmission And Driveline
Race Transmission
Race Driveline
Race Differential
Tyres And Wheels
Race Tyres (Max width front/rear)
Rims - Konig Daylite
Aero
Race Front Bumper
Race Wing
All non mentioned parts are not to be fitted to the car

Final Figures
S-744
320kw
391N-m
1179kg

Livery guidelines:

- All cars must have OZFM logo created by surferofthemind positioned top front leading edge of side doors (LHS X -139.00, Y 21.00 & RHS X 131.00, Y 21.00)
- License class created by Holesom positioned directly central below OZFM logo on side of doors
- Race number can be placed wherever you choose on both sides of the car but must be positioned on the drivers side (left) on top of the bonnet.
- No tobacco sponsorship



Series Info:
- Tuesday nights (possibly Saturday nights if members prefer)
- 3 x 16 minute races
- 5 week series starting 14th June, 2016
- All Drivers who sign up must have read and accepted the OZFM Code of Conduct
- This series will use the COMS Racing Licenses
- Strict start times
- People that sign up but do not race will get next points from last place of the completed round, disconnects will get points based on when they disconnected i.e. 8 racers, 2 disconnects, 1 disconnected on lap 3 gets 8th place points while the other disconnected on lap 6 gets 7th place points, then all the no shows get = 9th place points.

Tracks:
Monza Full
Catalunya GP
Spa
Nurburgring GP
Hockenheim Full

Night Setup: AEST
7:15pm - Lobby open, invites sent
7:30pm - Qualifying 4 laps
7:45pm - Race 1 Q grid. 16 minute race.
8:10pm - Race 2 R1 best lap results grid. 16 minute race.
8:30pm - Race 3 R2 best lap results grid. 16 minute race.
8:50pm - Finish

Points:

Points will be allocated on your finish position in each of the 3 races of the round. Round winner will be the driver who accumulates the most points of the round.

Overall Drivers Championship points will be allocated on round finish results not individual race results.

There will also be a class division championship with point allocation the same as the overall drivers championship based on where you finish within your class each race.