+ SCHUMACHER'S WINNING CAR - The Ferrari F1 F2000
The F1 F2000 was Ferrari’s glorious and significant new design for the new millennium and its victories would represent the birth of a special and dominant era both for Michael Schumacher and Ferrari. The F2000 achieved considerable success, enabling Ferrari to win the Constructor’s Championship, and Ferrari and Michael Schumacher to win the Driver’s Championship, a coveted award which returned to Ferrari after a 21-year absence through 10 wins and three one-two finishes. From this point on, Ferrari never looked back and the 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004 F1 Ferraris were all evolutions of the successful Ferrari F2000.
Technical Information
The F2000 was designed to be as efficient as possible with a raised front nose and clean body lines. The technical innovations included the lowering of the centre of gravity and the use of new materials. The 049 engine, a step forward from the 048, was a 90-degree unit and its weight was substantially reduced from that of the pervious year’s model. These changes produced a very drivable, powerful car capable of excelling on all the F1 circuits.
Engine
Type: 3000 Ferrari type 50
Number and arrangement of cylinders: V10, die cast aluminium
Distribution: Pneumatic
Unitary and total capacity: 2,997 cm3
Number of Valves: 40
Max power output: Over 770 BHP
Fuel Feed: Magneti Marelli digital electronic injection
Ignition: Magnet Marelli digital electronic ignition
Lubrication: Shell
Transmission
Wheel drive: Rear
Gearbox: Longitudinal semi-automatic sequential electronically controlled gearbox
Differential: Limited slip
Chassis
Type and material: Carbon-fibre and composite honeycomb
Front suspension: Independent, push-rod activated torsion arms
Rear suspension: Independent, push-rod activated torsion arms
Brakes: Ventilated carbon-fibre disks
Dimensions and weight
Length: 4,397 mm
Width: 1,795 mm
Height: 959 mm
Wheelbase: 3,010 mm
Front and rear track: 1,490 / 1,405 mm
Weight with water, lubricant and driver: 600kg
Wheels: 13” (front and rear)
Tyres: Bridgestone
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