The Palatov DP4.

[Ferry_vO]

The What..? Imagine a big go-kart with an aerodynamic bodyshell and motorcycle engines from 185 up to 317 hp, and an empty weight starting at 341 kilo (750 pounds). Four wheel drive is optional.
It can be used on karting tracks, hill climbs and regular race tracks, and it looks like this:

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/Ferror/rFactor/rFactor2010-12-1820-16-19-45.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/Ferror/rFactor/rFactor2010-12-1819-56-28-49.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/Ferror/rFactor/rFactor2010-12-1819-50-50-98.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/Ferror/rFactor/rFactor2010-12-1820-00-07-69.jpg

Fictional? Nope, it was designed in Oregon and you can buy the basic version for about $26,000.
Info on the real thing here: http://www.palatov.com/
Check the downloads section on their website for the rFactor mod; they've created it themselves to "help evaluate, test, and tune our real-world cars."

The acceleration and handling are phenomenal, though it feels a bit twitchy at first. Because of the short wheelbase the drift angle is very limited so it can be very tricky on the edge of grip, especially on the slick tire. Starting out with the basic model with the smallest engine and stock tires is recommended. The topspeed isn't great (Struggles to get over 200 kph) but through corners it's great fun.

One of the most fun rFactor mods I've seen to date! :applause:

[eddie]

Look's pretty good Ferry! Have you seen the screenshots for rFactor 2 yet? The background picture at the top of the page looks like a well known NASCAR track,lol

http://rfactor2.org/screenshots/

[Ferry_vO]

Rain, better graphics, the old Spa track and classic F1 cars; sounds good to me!

[wombat666]

Having just given this beast a few runs around Bathurst I agree, a great mod, and I'd really love a real one, fitted out with one of those bike derived Zyzek power trains!!
:jump::jump::jump:
Ferry, you probably know that Enduroracers 1.2 upgrade is available, if not, go get it.
:applause: