1914 Peugeot L45 Grand Prix Two-Seater
- Brand: Peugeot
The 1914 Peugeot L45 Grand Prix Two-Seater was a sports car designed and built by the French automaker Peugeot. It was named after its engine, which was a 4.5-liter, four-cylinder unit that produced around 112 horsepower.
The car was designed specifically for racing, and it competed in the 1914 French Grand Prix, finishing in second place behind a Mercedes-Benz. It was also entered in the 1914 Indianapolis 500, but the race was cancelled due to the outbreak of World War I.
The Peugeot L45 featured a distinctive long hood and a tapered tail, with a two-seater open cockpit. It had a top speed of around 120 mph (193 km/h), making it one of the fastest cars of its time.
Today, the Peugeot L45 is a highly sought-after collector's item, and examples can be found in museums and private collections around the world.
Descriptions & pictures by conceptcarz & ultimatecarpage & bonhams
| Specification | |
| Production Start | 1914 |
| Country of origin | France |
