Ferrari 212 F1

The Ferrari 212 F1 participated in the Formula One World Championship in the 1952 season. The 212 F1 was a lightweight monoposto built on a tubular chassis. Its body was made of aluminum to reduce weight and be made quickly.

The engine was also quite light for its time thanks to the fact that both the block and cylinder head were made of lightweight alloy. The engine was V12 at 60º with a displacement of 2,562 cm3. Unlike other racing Ferrari cars, their lubrication system was not a dry crankcase.

The V12 achieved 200 hp at 7,500 rpm, driven at 240 km/h thanks to a high compression ratio of 12 to 1. The Ferrari 212 F1 had a dry single-disc clutch and a five-speed manual gearbox.

Technical specifications of Ferrari 212 F1

Front motor V12 at 60 degrees
Displacement: 2.562 cm3
24 SOHC valves
Compression ratio: 12 to 1
3 Weber 32 DCF carburetors
5-speed manual gearbox
Rear wheel drive
Brakes: to drum on 4 wheels (hydraulic)
Power: 200 hp at 7,500 rpm
Top speed: 240 km/h
Wheelbase: 2.319 mm
Front wheel: 1.255 mm
Rear Trolley: 1.200 mm
Front tyres: 5.5 x 15 inches
Rear tyres: 6 x 16 inches
Weight: 700 kg
Power/Weight Ratio: 0.28 hp/kg

Learn more about Ferrari cars

Official website, www.ferrariworld.com
Ferrari Car Guide

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