Ford Racing plans to debut an unnamed factory-built LMDh prototype in about 12 months, combining an Oreca chassis with a 5.4-liter V‑8 as it targets the 24 Hours of Le Mans and hopes to emulate the Ferrari 499 P by ending a long Le Mans win drought.
Dan Sayers, program lead, told Road & Track in a roundtable that Ford’s studio and aerodynamic team have significant input on body shape and aero to ensure the car “represents Ford,” with much of the work completed in isolation from other Oreca customers.
Observers have noted similar looks among Oreca-based Acura, Alpine and Genesis cars, including an elevated front wing, but Sayers said differing engines and confidential engineering between manufacturers mean the Ford car will be distinct.
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