Photo: Leo Schulz (Der-fan) at de.wikipedia · Public domain
The Ferrari F2005 was the last Formula 1 Ferrari powered by a V10 engine, contesting the 2005 season. Following the success of the F2004, it proved disappointing: 17 races yielded just one victory, resulting in Ferrari's lowest Constructors' Championship finish since 1995. The primary culprit was widely considered to be the Bridgestone tires, which fell short against the Michelin rubber run by most rivals under the new regulations mandating an entire race on a single set of tires. Ross Brawn characterized the car as an evolution of previous concepts adapted to the new regulations.
Summarized from the sources cited below; every figure in the text was automatically verified against the sources.
Good to know
- Luca Badoer drove the F2005 during the opening ceremony of the 2006 Winter Olympics; no other Formula 1 car has ever appeared at an Olympic ceremony.
- The sole victory of the year came at the United States Grand Prix, where only six cars took the start after Michelin declared its tires unsafe.
- Originally scheduled to debut in Spain, the F2005 was brought in early for Bahrain after Renault and McLaren displayed superior form.
- In Hungary, Schumacher qualified on pole nearly a second clear of Montoya, but lost out to Räikkönen, who held the better pit strategy.
Learn moreThe tire question · Engineering · 2005 season
The tire question
In 2005, rules required drivers to complete races without changing tires. Ferrari ran Bridgestones, whereas Renault, McLaren, Toyota, Williams, BAR, Red Bull Racing, and Sauber relied on Michelin. Aerodynamic regulations also mandated pulling more downforce from the center section of the diffuser. Ferrari's engine and transmission package did not permit opening up the diffuser as widely as the team wanted. Brawn acknowledged aerodynamic shortfalls and a rather bulky gearbox, but refused to lay blame on Aldo Costa.
Engineering
Bearing project code 656, the F2005 was largely a clean-sheet design despite its lineage. The rear end was made narrower thanks to a smaller, lighter sequential gearbox, complemented by a new floor and a revised rear suspension featuring pushrods and torsion springs. The radiators in the sidepods were entirely new. The Tipo 055 was the final ten-cylinder engine fielded by Ferrari in Formula 1; each engine was required to last two race weekends.
2005 season
The debut in Bahrain proved disappointing: Schumacher qualified on the front row, but retired early with a hydraulic failure. Barrichello managed only four timed laps prior to the race, though he fought through to finish ninth. At Imola, Schumacher started thirteenth before charging through the field to hunt down eventual winner Fernando Alonso.
Summarized from the cited sources; every figure was automatically verified against the sources.
Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari F2005
When was the Ferrari F2005 raced?
The Ferrari F2005 was raced in 2005.
How much power does the Ferrari F2005 have?
Power of the Ferrari F2005: 865 hp at 18'300 /min (race).
What engine does the Ferrari F2005 have?
Engine of the Ferrari F2005: 3.0 l 90° V10 naturally aspirated Ferrari Tipo 055. It sits behind the seats as a mid-engine.
Who engineered the Ferrari F2005?
Engineering of the Ferrari F2005: Ross Brawn (Technical Director); Rory Byrne (Design and Development Director); Ignazio Lunetta (Head of R&D); Aldo Costa (Chief Designer) ….
Who drove the Ferrari F2005?
Drivers of the Ferrari F2005: Michael Schumacher, Rubens Barrichello.
How many races did the Ferrari F2005 win?
The Ferrari F2005 took 1 win in 17 races.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari F2005?
Predecessor: F2004M. Successor: 248 F1.
Enjoying the site? How to support it.
