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  Ferrari 860 Monza

1956
Ferrari 860 Monza history 1956
Overview
Production 1956
Body and chassis
Class WSC racer
Powertrain
Engine 3.4 L (3432 cc) Lampredi I4
Chronology
Predecessor Ferrari 857 S
Successor Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

 

Although little changed on paper from the 857 S, the 1956 860 Monza was much more competitive in international sports car racing.

The engine was reworked with 102 mm (4 in) by 105 mm (4.1 in) dimensions for a total of 3.4 L (3432 cc/209 in³), though power output remained at 280 hp (209 kW).

Ferrari 860 Monza 1956 side view

The wheelbase was lengthened by 100 mm (3.9 in) to 2350 mm (93 in), but a new front coil spring suspension, as on the 500 TR, allowed the 100 kg (220 lb) heavier car to handle well.

Built in parallel with the 290MM, the 860 Monza shared the 290MM’s latest Tipo 520 chassis with double wishbone independent front suspension and de Dion rear suspension with the four-speed gearbox in unit with the differential.

Both the 860 Monza and 290MM bodies were designed by Pinin Farina and are essentially identical in concept. The 860 Monza is the personification of the greatest Fifties Ferrari sports-racers.

 Ferrari 860 Monza race car rear 1956
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