The Ferrari 158 was the 1964 successor to the V6-powered 156 F1 and Ferrari's first car with a V8 engine. It was also the first Ferrari Formula 1 car to feature a monocoque chassis. The 1.5-liter V8 utilized four overhead camshafts and produced 210 PS at 11000 rpm. John Surtees piloted it to his sole Drivers' World Championship in 1964, and Ferrari clinched the Constructors' title. In the final two races, the cars appeared in white and blue instead of Rosso corsa—a protest in an ongoing dispute with the Italian automobile club over the homologation of a new mid-engine race car.
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Novel design
For Ferrari, the 158 marked new territory: its first V8 and its first semi-monocoque, whose stressed skin was still reinforced with tubular framing in the style of a spaceframe. The engine displaced 1487 cm³ (67 mm bore, 52.8 mm stroke), featured four overhead camshafts, and delivered 210 PS (154 kW) at 11000 rpm, with cylinder banks set at a 90-degree angle. The engine was also a stressed member; its casing was reinforced with a subframe and bolted to the monocoque, which stemmed from the 156 Aero.
The 1964 season
John Surtees took victory with the 158 in Germany and Italy, securing the World Championship through consistent high finishes. Lorenzo Bandini won in Austria, and Ferrari claimed the Constructors' Cup. The cars for the final two races competed in blue and white, entered by the unofficial NART team in protest of a dispute with the Italian automobile club. Late in 1964, a twelve-cylinder sister car was introduced in the form of the 1512.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 158 F1
When was the Ferrari 158 F1 raced?
The Ferrari 158 F1 was raced from 1964 to 1965.
How much power does the Ferrari 158 F1 have?
Power of the Ferrari 158 F1: 210 PS.
What engine does the Ferrari 158 F1 have?
Engine of the Ferrari 158 F1: 1489 cm³ 90° V8 naturally aspirated Ferrari Type 205/B.
Who engineered the Ferrari 158 F1?
Engineering of the Ferrari 158 F1: Mauro Forghieri.
Who drove the Ferrari 158 F1?
Drivers of the Ferrari 158 F1: John Surtees, Lorenzo Bandini, Nino Vaccarella.
How many races did the Ferrari 158 F1 win?
The Ferrari 158 F1 took 2 wins in 20 races.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari 158 F1?
Predecessor: Ferrari 156 F1. Successor: Ferrari 246 F1-66.
