Prototypes:
The History of the Imsa Gtp Series -Best example of the
fantastic history of this form of racing..Gives you a sense
of the history that was made by these incredible machines.
Scarlet
Passion: Ferrari's Famed Sports Prototype And Competition
Sports Cars 1963-73 -This book is a detailed account of
the most charismatic period of Ferrari sports car racing,
from the introduction of Prototype racing for 1963 to the
withdrawal of Maranello from two-seater racing at the end
of 1973 to concentrate on Formula 1. The great sports racing
cars of this era have a strong enthusiast following, particularly
those of the Prancing Horse, which was competing primarily
against the Ford GT40 and the Porsche 917.
Science
of Speed: Today's High-Tech World of Formula 1 - Current
topics discussed include increased speeds despite the introduction
of grooved tires; the special materials that allowed 1999
engines from Mercedes-Benz and Ford to rev at over 17000 rpm;
and the spate of rear-wing failures that plagued 1999 preseason
testing. In addition, highly respected Grand Prix journalist
David Tremayne examines the design and testing processes,
driver safety issues, current regulations, and the often contradictory
perspectives of today's F1 contenders.
Sports
Racing Cars: Expert Analysis Of Fifty Motor Racing Greats-
Anthony Pritchard’s authoritative book describes 50
iconic cars from the history of sports car racing, from the
1923 Lorraine-Dietrich through to the 2003 Bentley Speed 8.
As the extraordinary annual British pilgrimage to Le Mans
demonstrates, sports car racing has myriad enthusiastic fans
who will relish the blend of meticulous research, informed
analysis, dramatic photographs, and cutaway diagrams.
