Ferrari 512 BB (Boxer)
Year of Production
1976 - 1981
Design & Build
Designed by Pininfarina / Built by Scaglietti
Performance
Top Speed
168 mph (270 km/h)
Transmission
Clutch
Dry twin-plate
Gearbox
5 speeds + reverse
Differential
Self-locking
Dimensions
Length / Width / Height
4,400 / 1,830 / 1,120 mm
Wheelbase and Front / Rear Track
2,500 / 1,508 / 1,572 mm
Tyres
Michelin 240-55 VR 415 TRX
Kerb Weight
1,580 kg
Engine
Number of Cylinders and Arrangement
12 in a 180° V
Bore / Stroke
82 x 78 mm
Total Capacity and Capacity per Cylinder
4,942 cc ; 411cc/cylinder
Position
Rear-mounted longitudinal
Cylinder Block and Head
Light alloy
Compression Ratio
9.2:1
Maximum Power Output
340 bhp at 6,800 rpm; 68 bhp/litre
Timing Gear
2 valves per cylinder, 2 overhead camshafts
Fuel Feed
4 Weber 40 IF3C carburettors
Ignition
Single, coil-ignition
Frame
Type and Material
Tubular
Front Suspension
Independent, transverse parallelograms, coil springs
Rear Suspension
Independent, transverse parallelograms, coil springs
Brakes
Ventilated discs, vacuum servo
Steering
Rack and pinion
Fuel Tank
Two 110-litre tanks
Cooling System
1 front radiator