Swift DB5
| Category | Sports 2000 |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Swift Engineering |
| Predecessor | Swift DB4 |
| Successor | Swift DB6 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Carbon fiber monocoque covered in fiberglass body |
| Suspension | Steel wishbones, push-rod-actuated coil springs over shock absorbers |
| Engine | EAO 2.0 cc (0.1 cu in) L4 mid-engined |
| Transmission | Hewland 4-speed manual |
| Power | 145 hp (108 kW) |
| Weight | ~ 1,310 lb (594.2 kg) |
| Competition history | |
| Debut | 1990 |
The Swift DB5 is a purpose-built 2-liter prototype, designed, developed and built by Swift Engineering, specifically for Sports 2000 racing, in 1990. Like its predecessor, it is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.0 L (120 cu in) EAO four-cylinder engine, derived from the Ford Pinto, producing a respectable 145 hp (108 kW). This drives the rear wheels through a Hewland Mk.8 four-speed manual transmission. It is also very light, weighing only 1,310 lb (590 kg).