Format Pirelli World Challenge

1 format

1.1 classes

1.1.1 gt/grand touring
1.1.2 gta
1.1.3 gt cup
1.1.4 gts/grand touring sport
1.1.5 touring car (tc)
1.1.6 touring car a-spec
1.1.7 touring car b-spec


1.2 sprintx gt championship series

format

2011 gts , touring cars brake after first straight, miller motorsports park

each season consists of upwards of 12 event weekends , between 10-20 rounds or races. rounds or race use standing start, opposed rolling starts seen in other sports car racing series. each race has maximum 50 minute time limit. in 2017, series begin season @ streets of st. petersburg (mar. 10-12). gt/gta classes compete across 5 event weekends , 9 total races or rounds. gt cup compete across 4 event weekends , 8 total races or rounds, while gts compete across 9 event weekends , 18 total races. tc, tca , tcb teams compete across 6 event weekends , 12 total races or rounds. sprintx classes compete across 5 weekends 10 total races.

classes
gt/grand touring

the allowed body styles within class coupe, sedan , convertible. cars permitted in gt typically sold in market “sports” cars, “sport-touring” cars, or performance versions of “luxury” cars. forced induction permitted on cars come equipped forced induction stock, or on cars series has determined need reaching target horsepower range. power output ranges 500 hp 600 hp. weight varies depending on power output , tire size. of vehicles in gt rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. fia gt3 class cars approved compete in class starting in 2013.

gta

a gta ( gt amateur ) driver class debuted in 2014. designation recognize gentlemen drivers compete in gt class.

gt cup

this spec class debuted in 2015 featuring porsche 991 cup cars ran part of overall gt class races, separate victory circle presentation alongside of gt/gt-a class winners. in 2017 class expanded include lamborghini huracan super trofeo , ferrari 488 challenge cars.

gts/grand touring sport

the allowed body styles within class coupe, sedan , convertible. cars permitted in gts typically marketed “sports cars”, “sport-touring cars” or performance versions of “luxury” cars @ lower permissible preparation level gt. forced induction permitted on cars come equipped forced induction stock. power output ranges 300-400 hp. weight varies depending on power output , tire size. front-wheel, rear-wheel, , all-wheel drive configurations permitted. of 2017, class rules mimic fia gt4 formula. models include ford mustang, chevrolet camaro, acura tsx, audi tt, porsche cayman, kia optima, nissan 370z , scion fr-s.

touring car (tc)

the allowed body styles in class coupes, hatchbacks, wagons, sedans. power output ranges approximately 300 hp. weight varies depending on power output of individual drivetrain configurations. front-wheel, rear-wheel, , all-wheel drive configurations permitted. forced induction may allowed on cars have forced induction systems available manufacturer not void factory warranties.

touring car a-spec

established in 2014, class evolution of current tc class emphasis on maintaining cost effectiveness while providing easy avenue entry professional racing. performance modifications limited chassis tuning. front wheel , rear wheel drive configurations permitted. target power output 220 crank hp non-modified stock engines. forced induction maybe allowed on cars have forced induction systems available manufacturer stock engine option. examples of eligible cars include honda civic si, mazda mx-5, ford focus, scion fr-s , kia forte.

touring car b-spec

these smaller cars small, efficient, naturally aspirated motors (target hp 125). modifications limited manufacturer specified performance spring , shocks keep overall cost down. cars competing in tcb prepared scca club racing b spec rules. cars eligible include fiat 500, ford fiesta, mazda 2, mini cooper, chevrolet sonic, honda fit, kia rio, , nissan versa.

sprintx gt championship series

on may 28, 2015 wc vision announced extended sprint format series in addition existing sprint format racing series in 2016, standalone championship supporting pirelli world challenge @ headliner events. 2017, sprintx races continue 60 minutes in length , feature mandatory driver , tire changes.