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Alberto Ascari, Drivers' World Champion with Ferrari in 1952 and 1953



Model

500 F2


Type


Formula 2 racing car.

Years of activity


1951-1952-1953.

First race


Bari Grand Prix of 29.9.1951

Engine


Front-mounted, 4 cylinders in line, light alloy cylinder block and head, screw-fitted cylinder liners and hemispherical combustion chambers. Water cooled.

Bore and stroke


90 x 78 mm.

Unitary and total capacity


496.21 / 1,984.85 cc.

Compression ratio


13:1.

Max. power output


185 bhp at 7,500 rpm.

Timing gear


Twin overhead cams, 2 valves per cylinder with tappets and rollers, cylindrical gear drive.

Fuel feed


Naturally aspirated engine. 2 Weber 50DCO twin-choke carburettors or 4 Weber 45 DOE carburettors.

Ignition


Double with two Marelli magnetos.

Lubrication


Dry sump.

Transmission


Rear. Multi-plate clutch. 4 speed gearbox + reverse.

Reduction from engine to gearbox

Gear ratios


Variable depending on racing circuit.

Final drive ratio

Frame


Tubular longitudinals and cross members.

Front suspension


Independent, double wishbones, transverse lower leaf spring.

Rear suspension


De Dion axle, transverse leaf spring.

Brakes


Drums with hydraulic control.

Tyres


Front 5.25x16", rear 5.50x16".

Wheelbase


2,160 mm.

Front/rear track


1,270 mm / 1,250 mm.

Weight empty


560 kg.

Fuel tank (litres)


N. a., mixture.

Bodywork


Aluminium body.