Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta

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Debut1963

EngineV12

Units built4

The Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta, commonly known as the 330 LMB (for "Le Mans Berlinetta"), was created in 1963 for prototype racing; four cars were built. The nose resembled the 250 GTO, the underlying structure came from the 250 Lusso, and distinctive air scoops sat atop the rear fenders. The 4-liter engine from the 330 series generated 390 hp at 7500 rpm. The car saw limited racing action, as Ferrari shifted focus to mid-engined layouts. At Le Mans in 1963, one car finished fifth overall, driven by Jack Sears and Mike Salmon.

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Good to know

The 330 LMB was unveiled in March 1963 alongside the mid-engined 250 P prototype.
The four 330 LMBs are distinct from the three 1962 330 GTOs, which were virtually identical to the 250 GTO.
The add-on blisters on top of the rear fenders were necessary to provide sufficient clearance for the rear tires.
At Le Mans in 1963, two of the three starters retired; after that race, no further works entries were mounted.

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Origins and engineering

The 330 LMB was essentially an evolution of the 250 GTO with the 4-liter engine from the 330 series. The front end resembled the GTO, while the basic structure came from the 250 Lusso. The wheelbase was 2420 mm, making it 20 mm longer than that of the Lusso and the GTO. The four-liter SOHC V12 had a 77 mm bore, 71 mm stroke, and 3967 cm³, along with single ignition and six Weber 42DCN carburetors. The four-speed gearbox was bolted directly to the engine.

Limited racing appearances

The car did not see much competition, as Ferrari switched its focus to mid-engine layouts. In 1963, one retired at Sebring. At Le Mans, three cars started, two dropped out, and the entry driven by Jack Sears and Mike Salmon finished fifth. That marked the end of factory entries for the LMB.

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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta

When was the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta raced?

The Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta made its racing debut in 1963.

How much power does the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta have?

Power of the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta: 390 hp.

What engine does the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta have?

Engine of the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta: 4-liter V12.

How many Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta were built?

4 units of the Ferrari 330 LM Berlinetta were built.

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