Basically, the Ferrari 735 S differs from other similar Ferrari by its small size, low weight and a 4-cylinder engine. Only 3 specimens of 735 S were produced, all used in competitions.
In June 1953 Monza's race saw the debut of two new Ferrari cars, the 735 S and 625 TF. The 735 S was driven by Alberto Ascari and 625 TF by Mike Hawthorn. They both performed well. Ascari led much of the competition with the Ferrari 735 S until his fortune ran out: he collided with a Ferrari 250 MM.
The final result was not optimal but the test proved that this new generation of vehicles was working well (especially the new 4-cylinder engines) and had great potential.
In 1953 Ferrari designed this small racing car on the basis of a tubular chassis with 2,250 mm wheelbase. The 735 S had a 4-cylinder engine designed by Aurelio Lampredi. The block was lightweight alloy and used a four-speed manual gearbox.
The body of the Ferrari 735 S was designed by the Italian company “Carrozzeria Autodromo” especially for competitions. With a Barchetta design, the designers were cunning to conceive this vehicle with very short overhangs and built-in lights with glasses that encapsulated them to improve aerodynamics.
The curved silhouette, the small grille under the trunk and the small windshield that prevented the wind from impacting directly on the rider's face showed a cautious and intelligent work on the part of the designers.
Rear suspension: Dion bridge
Power: 225 hp at 6.800 rpm
Top speed: 240 km/h
Wheelbase: 2.250 mm
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