The first series of 20 cars called 250 Europe had a chassis with a wheelbase of 2,800 mm and a V12 engine (designed by Lampredi) of 2,963 cm3. This second series of 44 cars called 250 Europa GT used a V12 engine (designed by Colombo) of 2.953 cm3 with a chassis 200 mm shorter between axles than in previous, now the distance was 2,600 mm.
The new 250 Europa GT was a car quite different from the previous one, although the modifications were hidden under its body, which was very similar. The reforms to the chassis and the new engine ensured better sports performance and more stability in fast handling.
Basically, the V12 engine was an evolution of that used in the 250MM competition. With its 2,963 cm3 engine displacement and three Weber 36 DCZ carburetors, the Colombo designed engine developed a power of 220 hp at 6,500 rpm that drove the 250 Europa GT at a top speed of 225 km/h. The four-speed gearbox catapulted it from 0 to 100 km/h in just over 7 seconds.
As already mentioned, Ferrari wanted to achieve a serial production for its street sports cars. This is why he entrusted the work of carating most of the cars to Pininfarina.
Of all the Ferrari 250 Europa GT built, the first 27 units were coupes designed and manufactured by Pininfarina, having 3 of those specimens aluminum bodies. Other cars executed by this bodybuilder include seven Berlinettas specially designed for customers who requested it.
The Vignale house floats a single specimen of 250 Europe GT. Although the designs of this house were highly acclaimed by the public, the relationship between Enzo Ferrari and Pininfarina was entrenched leaving the rest of the construction houses almost entirely out of Ferrari's future activities.
Power: 220 hp at 6,500 rpm
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: 7.5 s (approx)
Top speed: 225 km/h
Wheelbase: 2,600 mm
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