The F50 GT was the racing version of the F50 for the BPR Global GT Series, where it was intended to compete against cars like the McLaren F1 GTR. Developed with Dallara and Michelotto, it featured a fixed roof, a large rear wing, and a new front splitter; the 4.7-liter V12 produced around 750 bhp. A 1996 test showed it was faster than the 333 SP. Nevertheless, Ferrari halted the project because the factory disapproved of homologation specials such as the Porsche 911 GT1 being permitted in the FIA GT Championship, opting to focus on Formula 1 instead.
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From F50 to GT1
Ferrari developed the F50 GT jointly with Dallara and Michelotto as a prototype for the GT1 class. The car received a fixed roof, a large rear wing, a new front splitter, and numerous other modifications. The 4.7-liter V12 produced 750 bhp at 10,500/min and 520 Nm at 7500/min.
The end of the project
As the BPR series came to an end, Ferrari was displeased that homologation specials such as the Porsche 911 GT1 were permitted in the new FIA GT Championship. Due to a lack of funds for a campaign, the project was halted. A 1996 test had shown the car to be faster than the 333 SP, yet this went unnoticed. Ferrari concentrated on Formula 1 instead.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari F50 GT
When was the Ferrari F50 GT raced?
The Ferrari F50 GT was raced in 1996.
How much power does the Ferrari F50 GT have?
Power of the Ferrari F50 GT: 750 bhp.
What engine does the Ferrari F50 GT have?
Engine of the Ferrari F50 GT: 4.7-liter V12. It sits behind the seats as a mid-engine.
How many Ferrari F50 GT were built?
Units built of the Ferrari F50 GT: 6 chassis.
1995