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The Ferrari F2001 was the Scuderia's 34th Formula 1 car, competing in the 2001 season and at the start of 2002. It was designed around new regulations that mandated a higher-mounted front wing to reduce downforce; this gave rise to the distinctive "droopsnoot" nose with a spoon-shaped front wing. Because traction and launch control were reintroduced, the car and suspension were tailored accordingly. Ferrari retained characteristic features such as periscope exhausts and small bargeboards. With it, Michael Schumacher defended his drivers' title, and Ferrari won the constructors' championship.
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Good to know
- With 123 points, Schumacher set a new points record in 2001 and also surpassed Alain Prost's record for Grand Prix victories.
- A test with the previous year's high-nose concept proved impractical under the new regulations, which is why the F2001 was given a low nose.
- Teammate Barrichello suffered a great deal of bad luck: he was often on course for victory, only to be held back by mechanical failures.
- Before the season finale in Japan, the car was updated to test parts for 2002 under race conditions.
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Concept
The new regulations required a higher-mounted front wing. For the F2001, this represented a certain departure from earlier Brawn-Byrne designs, as it drew more heavily on McLaren's philosophy. The periscope exhausts and small bargeboards remained. The transmission and internal layout came from its predecessors, but aerodynamics and tire wear were significantly better than on the F300, F399, and F1-2000.
2001 season
For Schumacher, the season was almost a walk in the park: he won nine races, took his fourth title with what was then a record 123 points, and retired only twice. Ferrari won its third consecutive Constructors' Championship. Dialing the car in for the circuits proved quicker and easier than with the McLaren MP4-16 and Williams FW23, and the engine was also more reliable than those of the competition.
The F2001B
For the opening races of 2002, Ferrari fielded the F2001B evolution with the Tipo 051 engine before the F2002 took over. At the season opener in Australia, Schumacher took victory even though pole went to Barrichello; it was the final win for this model series. In Malaysia, Schumacher started from pole, but collided with Juan Pablo Montoya in the first corner and finished third. In total, the car claimed ten victories, thirteen pole positions, three fastest laps, and 197 points.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari F2001
When was the Ferrari F2001 raced?
The Ferrari F2001 was raced from 2001 to 2002.
How much power does the Ferrari F2001 have?
Power of the Ferrari F2001: 825 hp at 17'300 /min.
What engine does the Ferrari F2001 have?
Engine of the Ferrari F2001: 3.0 l 90° V10 naturally aspirated Ferrari Tipo 050. It sits behind the seats as a mid-engine.
Who engineered the Ferrari F2001?
Engineering of the Ferrari F2001: Ross Brawn (Technical Director); Rory Byrne (Chief Designer); Ignazio Lunetta (Head of R&D); Aldo Costa (Head of Chassis); Marco Fainello ….
Who drove the Ferrari F2001?
Drivers of the Ferrari F2001: Michael Schumacher, Rubens Barrichello.
How many races did the Ferrari F2001 win?
The Ferrari F2001 took 10 wins in 20 races.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari F2001?
Predecessor: F1-2000. Successor: F2002.
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