Ferrari 312

Specifications

Engine: Type 218 rear-mounted 60° V12 (derived from 216), light alloy cylinder block and head, special cast iron wet liners, 126 mm connecting rods, water cooled
Bore & Stroke: 77 x 53.5 mm
Unitary and Total Displacement: 249.1297/2,989.556 cc
Compression Ratio: 11.8:1
Max. Power Output: 360 bhp at 10,000 rpm
Timing Gear: 2 valves per cylinder, 2 overhead camshafts per cylinder bank, chain drive
Fuel Feed: Lucas indirect injection
Ignition: Twin-plug, 2 coil ignition units and 4 coils
Lubrication System: Dry sump with radiator
Transmission: Rear-wheel drive, Borg & Beck multi-plate clutch, 589 rear longitudinal overhanging 5-speed gearbox + reverse, plunger-type limited-slip differential
Gear Ratios: Variable depending on track
Chassis: Type 589 monocoque, aluminium panels in double wall riveted to a tubular steel structure
Front Suspension: Double wishbone, upper rocker arm, reversed lower wishbone, inboard spring/damper units, anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension: Upper arm, reversed lower wishbone, 2 radius arms and anti-roll bar
Brakes: Girling discs and callipers, inboard at rear on differential housing, independent hydraulic circuits, 2 pumps
Steering: Rack and pinion
Length: 3,830 mm
Width: 760 mm
Height: 870 mm
Wheelbase and Front/ Rear Track: 2,400/1,450/1,435 mm
Kerb Weight (with water and oil): 548 kg
Front Tyres: 5.50x14", Dunlop
Rear Tyres: 7.00x14", Dunlop
Wheels: cast light alloy; front 7.50x14", rear 9.50x14"
Fuel Tank: 158 litres in 5 Pirelli rubber tanks
Bodywork: Aluminium single-seater body with composite elements