Ferrari 375 America

Ferrari 375 America

Engine
12 cylinders in 60° V, front longitudinal, light alloy cylinder block and head.

Bore and stroke
84 x 64 mm.

Unitary and total capacity
376.91 / 4,522,94 cc.

Compression ratio
8.4:1.

Max. power output
300 bhp at 6,500 rpm.

Timing gear
2 valves per cylinder, 1 overhead camshaft.

Fuel feed
3 Weber DCZ3 carburettors.

Ignition
Single, coil-ignition with 2 distributors.

Transmission
Multi-plate clutch, gearbox with 4 speeds + reverse, conventional differential.

Frame
Monococque in elliptic section steel tubes.

Front suspension
Independent, double wishbones, transverse lower leaf spring.

Rear suspension
Live axle, longitudinal leaf springs.

Brakes
Drums, hydraulic control.

Steering
Worm and wheel.

Wheelbase and front and rear track
2,800 / 1,325 / 1,320 mm.

Tyres
Front 7.10-15.

Weight empty
1,150 kg.

Fuel tank
140 litres.