Low quality camera, ow. The Audi RS 5 Turbo DTM was an exceptionally dominant and successful car in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) series during its short two-season run (2019 and 2020), securing every possible championship title in both years. Specifications The Audi RS 5 Turbo DTM was built to the new "Class 1" regulations, which mandated a shift from naturally aspirated V8 engines to highly efficient, compact two-liter turbocharged engines in an effort to unify technical regulations with the Japanese Super GT series. Attributes Engine: 2.0 L inline-4 turbocharged (TFSI) Power: Over 610 horsepower (approx. 603 bhp or 612 PS) "Push-to-Pass" (P2P): Provides a temporary boost of around 30 hp (60 hp in 2020) via a fuel flow bypass Weight: Less than 1,000 kg (approx. 2,174 lbs dry weight) Power-to-Weight Ratio: Approximately 1.6 kilograms per horsepower Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive via a 6-speed semi-automatic transmission Fuel: Standard RON 98 pump fuel, with fuel flow restricted to 95 kg/hour (90 kg/hour in 2020) Aerodynamics: Features a Drag Reduction System (DRS) and was optimized with new rear wing, underfloor, and diffusor designs Chassis/Safety: Carbon fiber monocoque combined with a solid steel safety cage and CFRP crash elements Success and Records The Audi RS 5 Turbo DTM dominated the short-lived Class 1 era of the DTM, becoming one of the most successful cars in the series' history. Championship Sweep: In both the 2019 and 2020 seasons, the Audi RS 5 Turbo DTM secured all three possible titles: the Drivers', Manufacturers', and Teams' championships. Race Wins: The car achieved 28 victories in 36 races across its two seasons, with an overall win percentage of 66.67% in 2019. Driver Success: Driver René Rast was a key part of this success, winning the drivers' championship in both 2019 and 2020 and setting a record of six consecutive victories. Reliability and Efficiency: The engine proved highly reliable, with some units lasting a full season (around 6,000-7,000 kilometers) without issues. Its high efficiency was a major technical achievement, improving specific fuel consumption by around ten percent compared to the previous V8 engine. Records: On all eleven tracks used during the 2019 and 2020 seasons, the Audi RS 5 Turbo DTM still holds the Class 1 track record.
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