These are the 27 Scuderia Ferrari Championship cars

Scuderia Ferrari has claimed a total of 16 Constructors' Championships and 15 Drivers' Championships.

The cars listed below each played a key role in securing either a Formula 1 Drivers' Championship, a Constructors' Championship, or both. Some of these models were even used across multiple seasons. Do you have a favourite Championship-winning Ferrari Single Seater? Join the conversation in the comment section below.

1952 Ferrari 500 F2 (Drivers' Championship)

• Drivers: Alberto Ascari, Charles de Tornaco, Giuseppe Farina, Rudi Fischer, Peter Hirt, Roger Laurent, Louis Rosier, Roy Salvadori, Rudolf Schoeller, Andre Simon, Hans Stuck, Piero Taruffi, Maurice Trintignant, Luigi Villoresi
• Ferrari 500 wins in the 1952 Formula 1 season: 7 wins

In 1952, the FIA announced a shift for the World Championship of Drivers, opting for Formula 2 specifications over Formula 1. This decision came after Alfa Romeo withdrew from the sport, leaving Ferrari as the sole team with a car designed specifically for the new formula: the Ferrari 500 F2.

The Ferrari 500 F2, powered by a 185 horsepower inline 4-cylinder engine, reached up to 161 mph (260 kph). The engine's placement, just behind the front axle, provided improved weight distribution and handling.

Alberto Ascari dominated with this car, winning 7 consecutive World Championship races, a record that stood until Sebastian Vettel surpassed it in 2013.

1953 Ferrari 500 F2 (Drivers' Championship)

• Drivers: Alberto Ascari, Kurt Adolff, Piero Carini, Charles de Tornaco, Nino Farina, Mike Hawthorn, Peter Hirt, Umberto Maglioli, Louis Rosier, Jacques Swaters, Max de Terra, Luigi Villoresi.
• Ferrari 500 wins in the 1953 Formula 1 season: 7 wins

Scuderia Ferrari continued to use the 500 chassis in the 1953 Formula 1 season, building on its success from the previous year. Predictably, the car proved dominant once again, winning every Grand Prix except for the Indy 500 and the Italian Grand Prix (where it still managed second, third, and fourth places).

Alberto Ascari claimed five victories that season, while Giuseppe Farina and Mike Hawthorn each secured one win.

1956 Ferrari D50 (Drivers' Championship)

• Drivers: Alfonso de Portago, Eugenio Castellotti, Peter Collins, Juan Manuel Fangio, Paul Frère, Olivier Gendebien, Luigi Musso, André Pilette, Wolfgang von Trips
• Ferrari D50 wins in the 1956 Formula 1 season: 5 wins

The Ferrari D50 began life as the Lancia D50. After Alberto Ascari’s tragic death in 1955 and Lancia’s worsening financial situation, the Lancia family sold their controlling stake in the company, and the assets of Scuderia Lancia were transferred to Scuderia Ferrari.

Ferrari further developed the car, initially branding it the “Lancia-Ferrari D50” and later renaming it simply the “Ferrari D50.” In this modified form, Juan Manuel Fangio won the 1956 World Championship of Drivers.

Powered by a front-mounted V8 engine delivering 250 horsepower at 8,100 rpm, the Ferrari D50 reached top speeds of 186 mph (300 kph).

1958 Ferrari Dino 246 F1 (Drivers' Championship)

• Drivers: Luigi Musso, Peter Collins, Olivier Gendebien, Mike Hawthorn, Phil Hill, Wolfgang von Trips
• Ferrari 246 wins in the 1958 Formula 1 season: 2 wins

The 1958 Ferrari 246 F1 holds a special place in Ferrari’s history, being the first Formula One car to feature a V6 engine. Unlike the rear-engine layout later seen in the 1960s Dino race and road cars, this V6 was positioned in the front.

The Ferrari 246 F1 was also the first V6-powered car to win a Formula 1 Grand Prix, securing victory at the 1958 French Grand Prix. It produced 280 bhp at 8,500 rpm, reached speeds of up to 174 mph (280 kph), and weighed just 560 kg.

1961 Ferrari 156 F1 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Giancarlo Baghetti, Richie Ginther, Olivier Gendebien, Phil Hill, Willy Mairesse, Ricardo Rodriguez, Wolfgang von Trips
• Ferrari 156 wins in the 1961 Formula 1 season: 5 wins

The Ferrari 156 "sharknose," introduced in 1961, was designed to meet new Formula One regulations that reduced engine displacement from 2.5 to 1.5 liters. Ferrari began the season with a 65-degree Dino engine but soon upgraded to a 120-degree V6, designed by Carlo Chiti. This wider V-angle provided a smoother power delivery, with a power pulse every 120-degree rotation of the crankshaft.

The Ferrari 156's engine produced 190 hp at 9,500 rpm, reached a top speed of 162 mph (260 kph), and weighed just 420 kg. Phil Hill won the 1961 Drivers' Championship with this car, while Ferrari claimed the Constructors' Championship, an honour introduced only three years earlier, in 1958.

1964 Ferrari 156 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Lorenzo Bandini, Pedro Rodríguez, Ludovico Scarfiotti
• Ferrari 156 wins in the 1964 Formula 1 season: 1 win

In the 1964 Formula 1 season, Scuderia Ferrari entered the Ferrari 156 in six races, with Lorenzo Bandini securing a victory at the Austrian Grand Prix. The car was also driven by Ludovico Scarfiotti and Pedro Rodríguez, each participating in one Grand Prix, contributing to Ferrari’s 9 points in the Constructors' Championship.

Notably, the Ferrari 156 featured blue wheels that season as a tribute to the North American Racing Team.

1964 Ferrari 158 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Lorenzo Bandini, John Surtees
• Ferrari 158 wins in the 1964 Formula 1 season: 2 wins

In the 1964 Formula 1 season, Scuderia Ferrari fielded the Ferrari 158 alongside the Ferrari 156. John Surtees secured two victories driving the 158, with Lorenzo Bandini also competing in it. The car was notably painted in a white and blue livery for the United States and Mexican Grands Prix as a protest by Enzo Ferrari.

The Ferrari 158 featured a 1.5-liter V8 engine producing 210 hp at 11,000 rpm, reaching a top speed of 168 mph (270 kph) and weighing just 470 kg.

1964 Ferrari 1512 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

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• Drivers: Lorenzo Bandini
• Ferrari 1512 wins in the 1964 Formula 1 season: 0 win

The Ferrari 1512, equipped with a larger, more powerful engine, was designed for performance on the longest, fastest circuits in the Formula One season, such as Reims, Spa, and Monza. It complemented the lighter, more agile V8-powered Ferrari 158, which excelled on smaller, twistier tracks. The 1512 debuted at the 1964 US Grand Prix at Watkins Glen and continued to race alongside the 158 through the rest of 1964 and into 1965.

Ferrari used the same chassis as the 158 for its flat-12 powered Formula One car, named the Ferrari 1512 or Ferrari 512 F1. This car was powered by the Mauro Forghieri-designed Tipo 207 flat-12 engine.

With a power output of 220 hp at 12,000 rpm, the 1512 was among the most powerful 1.5-liter engines of its era, second only to the Honda RA271 V12. Like the 158, it had a top speed of 168 mph (270 kph) and weighed only 470 kg.

1975 Ferrari 312B3-74 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Niki Lauda, Clay Regazzoni
• Ferrari 312B3-74 wins in the 1975 Formula 1 season: 0 wins

After 11 challenging years with limited successes in Formula 1, Scuderia Ferrari's next championship came in the 1975 Formula 1 season. The team started the year with the Ferrari 312B3-74 for the first two races, earning 9 points before switching to the Ferrari 312T.

The 312B3-74 had debuted in the 1974 season, where it scored 65 points and secured three Grand Prix victories. It was the final version of the Ferrari 312B series. The Ferrari 312B-74 was powered by a mid-mounted V12 engine that produced 490 hp at 12,500 rpm. The car had a lightweight design, weighing only 580 kg.

1975 Ferrari 312T (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Niki Lauda, Clay Regazzoni
• Ferrari 312T wins in the 1975 Formula 1 season: 6 wins

The Ferrari 312T, designed by Mauro Forghieri for the 1975 season, made its debut in the third Grand Prix of the year. Initial results were disappointing, with Clay Regazzoni's car suffering from setup issues and Niki Lauda’s lacking power. However, testing at Pista di Fiorano confirmed it was faster than its predecessor. This potential was proven when Lauda won the fifth race of the season, the Monaco Grand Prix.

The 312T went on to claim five more victories: four by Lauda and one by Regazzoni. It was powered by the reliable Tipo 015 flat-12 engine, producing 495 hp at 12,200 rpm, and weighed only 575 kg.

The 312T series became the most successful car design in Formula One history, achieving 27 race wins, 4 Constructors' Championships, and 3 Drivers' Championships. Variants of the 312T were raced from 1975 until 1980.

1976 Ferrari 312T (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Clay Regazzoni, Niki Lauda
• Ferrari 312T wins in the 1976 Formula 1 season: 3 wins

Scuderia Ferrari continued using the Ferrari 312T at the start of the 1976 Formula 1 season. Niki Lauda secured victories at the Brazilian Grand Prix and the South African Grand Prix, while Clay Regazzoni won the 1976 United States Grand Prix West, finishing 42 seconds ahead of Lauda.

However, a rule change posed a challenge for Ferrari. Starting from the Spanish Grand Prix in May, tall air boxes were banned, preventing the 312T from being used further. This restriction meant Ferrari could only field the 312T for the season’s first three races before introducing the revised Ferrari 312T2.

The Ferrari 312T featured a mid-mounted 3.0-litre V12 engine that produced 495 hp at 12,200 rpm. The car was lightweight, weighing just 575 kg.

1976 Ferrari 312T2 (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Carlos Reutemann, Clay Regazzoni, Niki Lauda
• Ferrari 312T2 wins in the 1976 Formula 1 season: 3 wins

Starting from the 1976 Spanish Grand Prix, Ferrari switched to the Ferrari 312T2. Unlike its predecessor, the 312T2 did not maintain the same winning momentum, claiming victory in only 3 of the 12 races it entered.

Niki Lauda was leading the championship when he suffered a major accident at the German Grand Prix at Nürburgring, likely due to a rear suspension failure. The crash nearly cost him his life, but miraculously, he returned to racing just six weeks later.

Niki Lauda's once strong relationship with Ferrari was strained after his decision to withdraw from the 1976 Japanese Grand Prix. Although Lauda qualified in third place, just behind James Hunt, torrential rain on race day made conditions treacherous. Lauda retired after just two laps, citing safety concerns as the reason for his withdrawal.

Hunt led most of the race but suffered blistered tires, forcing a pit stop that dropped him down the order. He managed to recover to third place, securing the championship by a single point. Although Lauda narrowly lost the title to James Hunt by a single point, the strength of the 312T2 contributed to Ferrari winning its second consecutive Constructors' Championship.

The Ferrari 312T2 featured a mid-mounted 3.0-litre V12 engine that produced 500 hp at 12,200 rpm. The car was lighter than the Ferrari 312T, weighing just 560 kg.

1977 Ferrari 312T2B (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Carlos Reutemann, Niki Lauda, Gilles Villeneuve
• Ferrari 312T2B wins in the 1977 Formula 1 season: 4 wins

The Ferrari 312T was updated and renamed the Ferrari 312T2B. This version featured various modifications, including different noses and rear wing profiles tailored for specific circuits, as well as numerous changes to the suspension and rear bodywork.

The 312T2B won four races, with Niki Lauda claiming three victories and Carlos Reutemann winning one. For the final two races of the season, the Canadian Grand Prix and the Japanese Grand Prix, Gilles Villeneuve stepped into Lauda's car after Lauda had left the team.

Although Lauda had planned to leave Ferrari at the season's end, he departed earlier after securing the Drivers' Championship at the United States Grand Prix. His early exit was prompted by Ferrari's decision to run the untested Gilles Villeneuve in a third car at the Canadian Grand Prix. This move strained Lauda's relationship with Scuderia Ferrari, and he joined Parmalat Racing Team for the 1978 Formula 1 season.

The Ferrari 312T2B featured a mid-mounted 3.0-litre V12 engine that produced 500 hp at 12,200 rpm. The car weighed just 560 kg.

1979 Ferrari 312T3 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Jody Scheckter, Gilles Villeneuve
• Ferrari 312T3 wins in the 1979 Formula 1 season: 0 wins

The Ferrari 312T3 was introduced for Gilles Villeneuve and Carlos Reutemann at the third race of the 1978 season. Reutemann left Ferrari at the end of that season to join Martini Racing Team Lotus and was replaced by South African driver Jody Scheckter.

Scuderia Ferrari continued to use the 312T3 for the first two races of the 1979 Formula 1 season, but without much success. Both cars retired in the first race, while in the second race, Jody Scheckter finished in sixth place and Gilles Villeneuve secured fifth place.

The Ferrari 312T3 was slightly more powerful than the 312T2, with an output of 510 hp at 12,200 rpm. However, it was slightly heavier, weighing 580 kg.

1979 Ferrari 312T4 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers:  Jody Scheckter, Gilles Villeneuve
• Ferrari 312T4 wins in the 1979 Formula 1 season: 6 wins

The Ferrari 312T4 was introduced at the third race of the 1979 Formula 1 season. Significant progress was made in aerodynamics, with Mauro Forghieri designing a ground effect car to compete with Lotus. The 312T4 proved to be extremely reliable, suffering only one mechanical retirement and securing six race victories that season, three each for Gilles Villeneuve and Jody Scheckter.

It was powered by the same mid-mounted V12 engine, now producing 515 hp at 12,300 rpm and weighing 595 kg.

1982 Ferrari 126C2 (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Mario Andretti, Didier Pironi, Patrick Tambay, Gilles Villeneuve
• Ferrari 126C2 wins in the 1982 Formula 1 season: 3 wins

The Ferrari 126C was Scuderia Ferrari's first turbocharged Formula 1 car, designed by Mauro Forghieri and Harvey Postlethwaite. Powered by a 1.5-litre V6 engine producing up to 680 bhp, the Ferrari 126CK made its debut in the 1981 Formula 1 season. Despite its potential, it struggled under Gilles Villeneuve and Didier Pironi, scoring only 34 points and finishing 5th in the Constructors' Championship.

For the 1982 season, Postlethwaite spearheaded a complete redesign. The turbo engine was improved for better reliability, and a new chassis and bodywork were introduced.

The season turned turbulent after the controversial San Marino Grand Prix, where Villeneuve accused Pironi of disobeying team orders. This incident preceded Villeneuve’s tragic death during qualifying at Zolder in Belgium, leaving Pironi as the team leader. Ferrari did not field a second car for the next three races until Patrick Tambay was brought in to replace Villeneuve.

Pironi’s own career ended after a near-fatal crash in Germany, reminiscent of Villeneuve's accident. Ferrari again ran only one car for two races before Mario Andretti stepped in as Pironi’s replacement. Despite the challenging season, Ferrari managed to secure the Constructors' Championship that year.

1983 Ferrari 126C2B/126C3 (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: René Arnoux, Patrick Tambay
• Ferrari 126C2B wins in the 1983 Formula 1 season: 0 wins
• Ferrari 126C3 wins in the 1983 Formula 1 season: 4 wins

Mandatory flat bottoms were introduced in 1983, reducing ground effect, leading to the redesigned Ferrari 126C2B. This updated car was raced during the first half of the 1983 Formula 1 season. Postlethwaite designed an oversized but effective rear wing, while engineers boosted the engine's power to around 800 bhp in qualifying trim.

The Ferrari 126C3 debuted at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, driven by Patrick Tambay. René Arnoux drove the 126C3 for the first time at the next race in Germany at Hockenheim, where he claimed victory. Postlethwaite retained the oversized rear wing from the 126C2B. Throughout the season, Tambay and Arnoux secured four wins between them and remained championship contenders, though late-season reliability issues ultimately cost them both. Despite this, Ferrari won the Constructors' Championship for the second consecutive year.

1999 Ferrari F399 (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Eddie Irvine, Mika Salo, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F399 wins in the 1999 Formula 1 season: 6 wins

After a 16-year drought, Scuderia Ferrari won the Constructors' Championship in 1999 with the Ferrari F399. The team’s hopes for a drivers' title were dashed due to Michael Schumacher’s broken leg at Silverstone and the superior speed of the McLaren MP4/14.

The Ferrari F399’s chassis was nearly identical to its predecessor, the 1998 F300. Updates included a slightly modified front wing, waisted sidepods, and an improved exhaust to allow for more aggressive driving. The car was powered by a 790 bhp 3.0-litre V10 engine.

At the end of the season, Mika Häkkinen claimed the drivers' title by 2 points over Eddie Irvine, while Ferrari secured the Constructors' Championship by 4 points ahead of McLaren.

2000 Ferrari F1-2000 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F1-2000 wins in the 2000 Formula 1 season: 10 wins

The 2000 Ferrari F1-2000 was a direct evolution of the F300 and F399, featuring the same basic gearbox but a new 90-degree V-angle engine, compared to the previous 80 degrees. This new engine produced 815 hp at 17,300 rpm, whilst the new wider angle improved the car's center of gravity. The F1-2000 also had enhanced aerodynamics, most notably a flatter underside in the nose area.

Despite a mid-season slump that led to three consecutive retirements, Michael Schumacher drove the F1-2000 to his third Drivers' Championship, ending Ferrari's 21-year title drought. The car also secured Ferrari’s defense of the Constructors' Championship, marking the beginning of the team's dominant run through the early 2000s.

The F1-2000 achieved 10 race wins: 9 by Michael Schumacher and 1 by Rubens Barrichello.

2001 Ferrari F2001 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2001 wins in the 2001 Formula 1 season: 9 wins

The Ferrari F2001 was an evolution of the 2000 Ferrari F1-2000, designed to meet new regulations requiring a higher-mounted front wing assembly to reduce downforce. The season also saw the return of traction and launch control systems, which influenced the design of the car and its suspension.

The season proved straightforward for Michael Schumacher, who secured 9 victories and claimed his 4 Drivers' Championship, setting a then-record of 123 points.

2002 Ferrari F2001B (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2001B wins in the 2002 Formula 1 season: 1 win

The Ferrari F2001 was modified and used as the F2001B for the first three races of the 2002 Formula 1 season before being replaced by the Ferrari F2002. While driving the F2001B, Rubens Barrichello faced three unfortunate retirements. Meanwhile, Michael Schumacher won the first race, secured third place in the second race, and switched to the Ferrari F2002 for the third Grand Prix of the season.

2002 Ferrari F2002 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2002 wins in the 2002 Formula 1 season: 14 wins

The 2002 Ferrari F2002 was significantly lighter than its predecessor, the Ferrari F2001, by 15%, thanks primarily to a new gearbox casing made of ultra-lightweight titanium. It was powered by a 3.0-litre V10 engine producing 900 horsepower at 19,000 rpm in qualifying mode.

The F2002 won 14 Grands Prix and secured ten second-place finishes across 15 races in the 2002 season. It is considered one of the most successful Formula One car designs ever, with Michael Schumacher driving it to a record-equaling fifth Drivers' Championship title. Ferrari also dominated the Constructors' Championship, scoring as many points as all other teams combined.

2003 Ferrari F2002B (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2002B wins in the 2003 Formula 1 season: 1 win

The 2003 Ferrari F2002B was essentially the same car as the Ferrari F2002 from the previous season and remained competitive at the start of 2003. Michael Schumacher claimed the car's final victory at the San Marino Grand Prix before it was replaced by the Ferrari F2003-GA in the next race.

2003 Ferrari F2003-GA (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2003-GA wins in the 2003 Formula 1 season: 7 wins

The 2003 Ferrari F2003-GA was developed from the successful F2002, featuring new bulbous side-pods and an extended wheelbase for improved aerodynamics. The "GA" designation was a tribute to Gianni Agnelli, the late head of Fiat.

The F2003-GA started strong, winning 3 of its first 4 races, but it struggled with tire overuse, leading to late-race tire issues in the mid-season and a slight dip in performance. This allowed Williams and McLaren to challenge Ferrari and push Michael Schumacher for the title. Schumacher narrowly won the Drivers' Championship by just 2 points over McLaren’s Kimi Räikkönen.

2004 Ferrari F2004 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Rubens Barrichello, Michael Schumacher
• Ferrari F2004 wins in the 2004 Formula 1 season: 15 wins

The 2004 Ferrari F2004 was heavily based on the previous season's F2003-GA and extended Ferrari's streak of success, securing the team's sixth consecutive Constructors' Championship and Michael Schumacher’s fifth straight Drivers' Championship. This marked his seventh and final title. The F2004 is regarded as one of the most dominant cars in Formula One history. It also concluded Ferrari and Schumacher’s five-year dominance, paving the way for Renault and Fernando Alonso’s rise.

The F2004 matched the success of the Ferrari F2002, winning 15 of 18 races and achieving 12 pole positions, along with many lap records. Schumacher claimed 13 victories, setting a single-season record at the time and securing his record-breaking seventh World Championship. The car was also notably reliable, with only two retirements, both due to collisions.

2007 Ferrari F2007 (Drivers' and Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Felipe Massa, Kimi Räikkönen
• Ferrari F2007 wins in the 2007 Formula 1 season: 9 wins

The 2007 Ferrari F2007 featured significant changes from the previous 248 F1 chassis, despite finishing as runners-up to Renault in the Constructors' Championship. The wheelbase was extended by 85 mm, from 3,050 mm to 3,135 mm, with the added length positioned between the cockpit and front wheels to enhance aerodynamic performance.

The F2007 is best remembered for delivering Kimi Räikkönen his only Drivers' Championship title and earning Ferrari the Constructors' Championship. As of 2023, it remains the last Ferrari F1 car to secure a Drivers' Championship title.

The F2007 was powered by a 2.4-litre V8 engine producing 800 hp at 19,000 rpm.

2008 Ferrari F2008 (Constructors' Championship)

• Drivers: Felipe Massa, Kimi Räikkönen
• Ferrari F2008 wins in the 2008 Formula 1 season: 8 wins

The 2008 Ferrari F2008 introduced a new standard electronic control unit (ECU) to comply with updated regulations. This system controlled all aspects of the car and removed most of the driver aids that had been used in previous seasons, including traction control, engine braking, and the electronically-assisted starting system. It simplified the management of the differential, engine, and gear shifts.

The F2008 was powered by a 2.4-litre V8 engine producing 785 hp at 19,000 rpm.

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