Definition
The 2007 Perth 400 was a motor‑sporting event that formed part of the 2007 V8 Supercar Championship Series, held at Barbagallo Raceway (formerly Wanneroo Park) in Perth, Western Australia.
Overview
The event served as the sixth round of the 2007 V8 Supercar season. It was contested over a weekend in May 2007, typically from Friday to Sunday, and comprised two races whose combined distance approximated 400 kilometres, giving the round its name. As a championship round, points earned at the Perth 400 contributed to drivers’ and teams’ standings for the overall series.
Etymology / Origin
The title “Perth 400” combines the host city, Perth, with the total race distance (approximately 400 km). The format of naming rounds after their location and distance is common in Australian touring‑car series, mirroring similar designations such as the “Bathurst 1000”.
Characteristics
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue | Barbagallo Raceway, Wanneroo, Perth, Western Australia |
| Series | 2007 V8 Supercar Championship Series (Round 6) |
| Date | Mid‑May 2007 (typically a Friday‑Sunday weekend) |
| Format | Two races; combined distance ≈ 400 km |
| Points system | Points awarded to drivers and teams according to the 2007 V8 Supercar scoring rules |
| Surface | Asphalt circuit with a length of 2.411 km per lap |
| Typical weather | Perth’s late autumn climate, often warm and dry, influencing tyre and fuel strategies |
| Notable participants | Teams and drivers that contested the full 2007 season, including Ford and Holden manufacturers. Accurate information about specific race winners or podium finishers for this round is not confirmed. |
Related Topics
- V8 Supercar Championship Series – the premier Australian touring‑car series of which the Perth 400 was a round.
- Barbagallo Raceway – the permanent motorsport circuit that hosted the event.
- 2007 V8 Supercar season – the full season schedule, standings, and championship outcomes.
- Perth 400 (motorsport) – the generic name used for similar distance‑based events held at Barbagallo Raceway in other years.
Note: Precise details such as race winners, lap records, and exact point allocations for the 2007 Perth 400 are not confirmed by reliable sources.