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World Challenge Car Facts
Classes
Grand Touring (GT): The allowed body styles within this class are coupe, sedan and convertible. The cars permitted in GT are typically sold in the market as "sports" cars, "sport-touring" cars, or performance versions of "luxury" cars. Forced induction is permitted on cars that come equipped with forced induction stock, or on cars that SCCA Pro Racing has determined need help reaching the target horsepower range. Power output ranges from 425-525 hp. Weight varies depending on power output and tire size. All of the vehicles in GT are rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Grand Touring Sport (GTS): Includes many cars eligible for the GT class, but at a preparation level much closer to that of a stock vehicle. Additionally, many FIA GT4 class cars are eligible as well as cars built to the 2008/2009-spec Touring Car regulations.
Touring Car (TC): The allowed body styles in this class are coupes, hatchbacks, wagons or sedans. The cars permitted in TC are typically sold as "compact" cars, or "touring" cars. Eligible cars must have realistic seating for four (4) adults. Power output ranges from 180 to 200 hp. Weight varies depending on the power output of the individual drivetrain configurations. Front-wheel, rear-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations are permitted. Forced induction may be allowed on cars that have forced induction systems available from the manufacturer which do not void the factory warranties.
Click here to see a recent article from Grassroots Motorsports magazine that goes into further detail on the World Challenge class structure. We're excited to bring you more coverage from the GRM perspective throughout the 2011 Season.
