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Unveiled at the 1959 London Motor Show, the DB4GT<\/a>, with a shorter wheelbase and reduced weight, debuted victoriously at Silverstone with Stirling Moss behind the wheel, setting the stage for numerous triumphs against Ferrari.<\/p>\n

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Distinguished from the standard DB4 Coupe, the DB4GT underwent significant modifications. The wheelbase was shortened by 5 inches, and various components, including doors, bonnet, bootlid, firewall, floors, and suspension parts, were crafted from lightweight materials. Perspex replaced toughened glass, contributing to weight reduction. Equipped with a 4-speed synchromesh gearbox in a lightweight aluminum case, the DB4GT featured an upgraded disc brake system with 12-inch front and 11-inch rear discs.<\/p>\n

\"1960<\/a><\/p>\n

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Powered by a Tadek Marek-designed 3,670cc aluminum twin-overhead camshaft 6-cylinder engine, the DB4GT boasted a redesigned alloy cylinder head, higher-compression pistons, and three Weber 45DCOE twin-choke carburettors. Generating 302bhp at 6,000rpm and 240lbs\/ft of torque at 5,000rpm, the model adhered to the Superleggera principle of thinly paneled Touring of Milan, resulting in an overall weight of 1,128kg (2,480lbs).<\/p>\n

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Source: Bonhams Cars<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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