Ferrari F50 - Cars - http://maxpages.com/pcars/F50

Max. length 176.4 in
Max. width 78.2 in
Max. height 44.1 in
Wheelbase 101.6 in
Front track 63.8 in
Rear track 63.1 in
Weight unladen 2712 lb
Tubeless radial tires
Front 245/35 ZR 18
Rear 335/30 ZR 18
Rubber fuel tank: capacity 27.7 U.S. gal./32.1 Imp. gal.
Front brake discs 14.0 in
Rear brake discs 13.2 in

12 cylinders in 65° V layout
Bore and stroke 3.35 x 2.72 in
Cylinder capacity 23.9 cu. in
Total displacement 286.7 cu. in
Compression ratio 11.3:1
Max. power output at 8500 rpm 382.5 kW (513 HP SAE)
Peak torque at 6500 rpm 471 Nm (347 lb.ft)
Specific power 109 HP/litre (SAE)
Bosch static electronic ignition
Bosch Motronic 2.7 injection
Engine weight 436.5 lb

Top speed 202 mph
0 to 60 mile 3.7 s
1 mile 30.3 s

In the early days of its activity, almost fifty years ago, Ferrari built cars which could be used, with only a few minor alterations, for Formula 1 or Sport events or for everyday use. However, as Formula 1 cars evolved, it became impossible for someone who was not a team driver or a collector capable of passing a series of private tests on the track, to take the wheel of a racing Ferrari. Today Ferrari has decided to give all its clients once again the possibility of experiencing this emotion. And here is its response to this technological challenge: the F50. The fruit of research based exclusively on Ferrari's vast experience in this field which has produced in its history, 45 racing models and endless Granturismo and Sport models, the F50 adopts the same constructional criteria as a Formula 1, putting it at the service of our roads and their constraints.

The carbonfibre monocoque which encloses the aeronautical rubber fuel tank, the V12 engine that acts as a bearing structure for the gearbox-differential-rear suspension assembly, the pushrod suspension, and separate band braking system reproduce the basic principles of a racing car. But the project was interpreted so as to bring the outstanding concept of this sophisticated engineering into the dimension of normal, safe use in all situations.

Formula 1 regulations directed technical decisions towards aspirated engines. The F50 proposes the same solution, with the Ferrari 12 cylinder lay-out in a narrow Vee, with nodular cast iron crankcase. The engine capacity was raised to 286.7 cu. in. to achieve a high power output while maintaining the drivability of a road car.

Main features
12 cylinders in a 650 V, displacement 286.7 cu. in.
Bore 3.35 in, stroke 2.72 in
Compression ratio 11.3:1
Maximum power output: 513 HP (SAE) at 8,500 rpm
Peak torque: 347 Lb. ft. at 6.500 rpm
Specific power output: 109 HP/litre (SAE)
5 valves per cylinder and 4 overhead camshafts
Bosch Motronic 2.7 electronic management
Weight of basic unit without fluids: 436.5 lb.
12 V electrics, Fiamm power

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