DTM Legends Take on the Goodwood Festival of Speed Hillclimb
The Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) showcased its most iconic racing cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, demonstrating why touring car racing remains one of motorsport’s most thrilling disciplines. The hillclimb event featured a remarkable lineup of historic and modern DTM machines, each bringing its unique character to the famous course.
Featured DTM Cars and Their Performances
Mercedes Dynasty
- C-Class: Multiple appearances demonstrated Mercedes’ DTM dominance
- 190E: The pioneer that established Mercedes’ touring car legacy
- C63: Representing the modern era of DTM competition
German Rivals
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BMW Entries:
- E30 M3 GR A
- E30 M3
- M4 GT3
- Audi Contenders:
- RS5
- V8 Quattro
Notable Participants
| Manufacturer | Model | Era |
|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo | 155 | 1990s |
| Ferrari | 488 GT3 | Modern |
| Opel | Astra | 1990s |
Sound and Performance Highlights
The battle for the most impressive engine note came down to two legendary competitors: the Alfa Romeo 155 and the Mercedes C-Class, both delivering distinctive and memorable soundtracks.
German Engineering Excellence
The Mercedes C-Class demonstrated why it became a cornerstone of DTM success, with multiple runs showcasing its exceptional handling characteristics. BMW’s E30 M3 GR A paid homage to the golden age of touring car racing, while the modern M4 represented the evolution of the platform.
Italian Flair
The Alfa Romeo 155 stood out not only for its aggressive styling but also for its memorable engine note, making it a crowd favorite during the hillclimb runs. This Italian thoroughbred proved why it remains one of DTM’s most celebrated entries.
Historic Significance
DTM’s presence at Goodwood highlighted the series’ importance in motorsport history, bringing together multiple generations of racing technology.
Modern Meets Classic
The event perfectly balanced historic and contemporary machinery:
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Classic Era
- Mercedes 190E
- BMW E30 M3
- Audi V8 Quattro
- Contemporary Competitors
- Ferrari 488 GT3
- BMW M4
- Mercedes C63
The hillclimb runs demonstrated how touring car technology has evolved while maintaining the essence of what makes DTM special: close competition and engineering excellence. Each car’s performance reflected its era’s technical regulations and automotive engineering capabilities, from the raw mechanical nature of the E30 M3 to the sophisticated aerodynamics of modern DTM machines.
