Ferrari 159 S

History of the Ferrari 159 S

The Ferrari 159 S was simply an evolution of the 125 model. The new 159 S also used a V12 engine, but this time with a larger engine capacity (1,902cm3) that was worth 125 horsepower at 7,000 rpm.

After the victories obtained with the [Ferrari 125 S] in Piacenza, Roma and Forlí decided to upgrade the car to try to stand out in international races. The rider Franco Cortese triumphed with the 159 S on the circuit of Pescara.

And finally happened what was desired by Enzo Ferrari: his 159 S led by the driver Raymond Sommer won the Grand Prix of the City of Turin. This proved to be the first victory of the Italian brand in an international competition.

Specifications of the Ferrari 159 S

V12 engine at 60º with light alloy block
Displacement: 1.902 cm3
Compression ratio: 8.5 to 1
2 valves per single-shaft cylinder
Power supply: 3 Weber carburetors
5-speed manual gearbox
Rear wheel drive
Power: 125 hp at 7.000 rpm
Top speed: 180 km/h
Chassis: steel pipe cage
Suspensions: front independent / rear rigid bridge
Brakes: Drum
Weight: 750 kg.

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