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Raced1999
EngineV10
Top speed355 km/h
The Ferrari F399 competed in the 1999 Formula 1 World Championship and, according to team principal Jean Todt, was not a new design but an evolution of Rory Byrne's F300. It featured a new front wing, an improved exhaust system, sidepods with better engine cooling, a third front damper, and electronically controlled power steering; weight dropped by 20 kg. Because Michael Schumacher broke his leg at Silverstone and was replaced by Mika Salo, and because the McLaren MP4/14 was faster, the Drivers' title was missed. Ferrari did, however, win the Constructors' Championship.
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Good to know
- Each wheel was attached to a tether that prevented a tire from detaching in an accident; this regulation remains in Formula 1 to this day.
- In Malaysia, Ferrari was briefly disqualified because the bargeboards were deemed illegal; in court, the team successfully argued for both drivers to be reinstated.
- Mika Salo, Schumacher's substitute following his broken leg, yielded the win to Irvine in Germany and finished third at Monza.
- Häkkinen became World Champion just two points ahead of Irvine, while Ferrari won the Constructors' title by four points over McLaren.
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Season progression
The F399 started strong: Irvine won the season opener in Australia, and Schumacher was victorious at Imola and Monaco. Later, Irvine added wins in Austria and Germany, as well as at the inaugural Malaysian Grand Prix. Yet McLaren remained consistent with Häkkinen and Coulthard. Schumacher's broken leg at Silverstone dealt Ferrari a setback; midway through the season, Mika Salo drove in his place and kept the team in the championship hunt.
Technical details
The monocoque was made of carbon fiber with a honeycomb structure, using pushrod double wishbones both front and rear. The Tipo 048 V10 with an 80-degree bank angle, 2996 cm³, and four valves per cylinder produced around 580 kW (790 PS) at 16,300/min and weighed just under 112 kg; it was slightly lighter and more powerful than its predecessor. The cockpit was moved slightly rearward to better distribute the weight, which had been reduced by 20 kg.
Tires and fuel
Over the winter, Ferrari switched tire partners and raced on Bridgestone rubber. All four tires now featured four grooves, whereas the fronts previously had three. Fuel was supplied by Shell. Otherwise, the car was virtually identical to the F300; minor changes included the new front wing, pinched sidepods, and the revised exhaust system, with which Ferrari aimed to apply more pressure in the fight against McLaren.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari F399
When was the Ferrari F399 raced?
The Ferrari F399 was raced in 1999.
How much power does the Ferrari F399 have?
Power of the Ferrari F399: 790 hp at 16'300 /min.
What engine does the Ferrari F399 have?
Engine of the Ferrari F399: Ferrari Tipo 048/B/C 80° V10.
How fast is the Ferrari F399?
Top speed of the Ferrari F399: 355 km/h.
Who engineered the Ferrari F399?
Engineering of the Ferrari F399: Ross Brawn (Technical Director); Rory Byrne (Chief Designer); Giorgio Ascanelli (Head of R&D); Aldo Costa (Head of Chassis); Marco Fainello ….
Who drove the Ferrari F399?
Drivers of the Ferrari F399: Michael Schumacher, Mika Salo, Eddie Irvine.
How many races did the Ferrari F399 win?
The Ferrari F399 took 6 wins in 16 races.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari F399?
Predecessor: F300. Successor: F1-2000.
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