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Raced1950
EngineV12
Power170 PS
Top speed200 km/h
Units built4
The 1950 Ferrari 195 S was an upgraded version of the 166 MM. Its Colombo V12 grew to 2.3 liters of displacement and reached 170 PS. Only four units existed, all of which were converted from 166 MM cars: two closed Berlinettas and two open Barchettas, each with coachwork by Touring. The 195 S won the Mille Miglia, among other races. A converted Berlinetta was estimated at 6.5 to 7.5 million US dollars for an auction in Pebble Beach in 2018.
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Good to know
- During his victory at the 1950 Mille Miglia, Giannino Marzotto wore a suit and tie despite bad weather; at 22 years old, he was the youngest winner up to that point.
- The winning Berlinetta achieved an average speed of 123.5 km/h; second place was also taken by a 195 S, a Barchetta driven by Serafini and Salani.
- On its maiden outing, the 1950 Targa Florio, no 195 S reached the finish: two cars stopped to assist a crashed Lancia Aprilia driver.
- At Le Mans in 1950, Raymond Sommer posted the fastest lap in practice at 161.90 km/h, but both entered cars retired.
Learn moreConversions from the 166 MM · Technical details · 1950 successes
Conversions from the 166 MM
Only four cars were converted from vehicles of the 166 MM series: two closed Berlinettas bearing chassis numbers 0026M and 0060M, and two open Barchettas, 0022M and 0038M, all bodied by Touring. The Berlinettas had previously been 166 MM Berlinetta Le Mans. Only conversions from the 166 MM count as 195 S; those derived from the 166 Inter were designated 195 Inter. A 195 Sport also existed briefly, rebodied by Carrozzeria Fontana in 1949 and converted in 1950, later receiving a 2.5-liter engine.
Technical details
The bore grew by 5 mm to 65 mm, resulting in 2341 cm³ with a 58.8 mm stroke. With an 8.5:1 compression ratio, output rose to 170 PS at 7000/min, facilitated by larger, triple Weber 36DCF carburetors. The engine featured a single overhead camshaft per cylinder bank, two valves per cylinder, single ignition, and wet-sump lubrication. The chassis came from the 166 MM, with a wider track and a 2250 mm wheelbase. Braking was handled by hydraulic drums.
1950 successes
Alongside the Mille Miglia, the 195 S won the Coppa della Toscana, where Serafini and Salani took victory in the Barchetta at an average speed of 127.7 km/h, with Cornacchia and Del Carlo finishing second in the Mille Miglia-winning car. Giannino Marzotto also won the 3 Hours of Rome, also known as Notturne della Caracalla. The 195 S won the Giro delle Calabria as well.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 195 S
When was the Ferrari 195 S raced?
The Ferrari 195 S was raced in 1950.
How much power does the Ferrari 195 S have?
Power of the Ferrari 195 S: 170 PS.
What engine does the Ferrari 195 S have?
Engine of the Ferrari 195 S: 2.3 l (2341 cm³) Colombo V12. It is mounted at the front.
How fast is the Ferrari 195 S?
Top speed of the Ferrari 195 S: 200 km/h.
How many Ferrari 195 S were built?
4 units of the Ferrari 195 S were built.
Who engineered the Ferrari 195 S?
Engineering of the Ferrari 195 S: Federico Formenti at Carrozzeria Touring.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari 195 S?
Predecessor: Ferrari 166 MM. Successor: Ferrari 212 Export.
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