Ferrari 512 BB LM
The 512 BB was also considered to have racing potential and some dealers prepared a number of examples according to factory instructions.
The modifications involved the bodywork where high speed aerodynamics were improved thanks to Pininfarina wind tunnel testing.
The elastic bushings in the suspension were replaced by uniball joints and, naturally enough, engine was also modified. Last but not least, the car was lightened, the brake servo was removed and the cooling system was modified to allow the engine to be used at full throttle for longer periods.
SB Race Engineering were lucky enough to recommission chassis n.26685 (Car race number 63) in 2009 and use for numerous track events and shows. (Pictured above)
Ferrari 512 BB LM Technical Specifications
Year of Manufacture – 1978
ENGINE | ||
type | rear, longitudinal flat-12 | |
bore/stroke | 82 x 78 mm | |
unitary displacement | 411.92 cc | |
total displacement | 4943.04 cc | |
compression ratio | 10,3:1 | |
maximum power | 346 kW (470 hp) at 7250 rpm | |
power per litre | 95 hp/l | |
maximum torque | – | |
valve actuation | twin overhead camshafts per bank, two valves per cylinder | |
fuel feed | Lucas indirect injection | |
ignition | electronic, single spark plug per cylinder | |
lubrication | dry sump | |
clutch | twin-plate | |
CHASSIS | ||
frame | tubular steel | |
front suspension | independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar | |
rear suspension | independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, twin telescopic shock absorbers each side, anti-roll bar | |
brakes | discs | |
transmission | 5-speed + reverse | |
steering | rack-and-pinion | |
fuel tank | capacity 120 litres | |
front tyres | 23/59 x 15 | |
rear tyres | 34/61 x 15 | |
BODYWORK | ||
type | two-seater, berlinetta | |
length | 4895 mm | |
width | 1830 mm | |
height | 1120 mm | |
wheelbase | 2500 mm | |
front track | 1563 mm | |
rear track | 1713 mm | |
weight | 1050 kg (with liquids) | |
PERFORMANCE | ||
top speed | 320 km/h | |
acceleration 0-100 km/h | – | |
0-400 m | – | |
0-1000 m | – |