DTM BMW M4


Because of DTM rules, all 3 manufacturers must use this configuration. I read somewhere that downsizing to smaller forced-induced engines is on the horizon - 2016/2017
 
It's all about to change

DTM and the Japanese Super GT are making big steps forward, in their co-operation. Since the beginning of the 2014 season, the technical regulations – mainly in the chassis and the aero areas – have been identical, in the two series and from 2017, there also will be joint engine regulations: two litres, four cylinders, turbo charged. These are the key data of the new ‘Class One’ – how it will be internationally called. That was agreed upon by DTM rights holder and promoter ITR e.V., the Japanese Super-GT organisers GTA and all the manufacturers involved during a joint meeting, on 30th September in Tokyo. In addition, the American motor-racing association, IMSA, also plans to announce races according to the new Class-One regulations.

http://www.dtm.com/en/News/DTM-and-Super-GT-agree-upon-new-Class-One-regulations.html

This merging of the technical rules for the two series will hopefully create a proper world championship with cars from Germany, Japan and the US. With just three marques opn the grid the DTM is becoming pretty boring.

The Aussies should think smart and adopt the same rules for V8 Supercars, now that the days of Australian produced V8 sedan have (almost) ended, running 4 cylinder turbos would work for me. I'd love to see DTM and GT500 cars at Bathurst.
 

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