1950

The 1950 Formula 1 season marked Scuderia Ferrari’s inaugural entry into the FIA World Championship. Their debut at Monaco in May introduced the 125 F1, scoring a second and fourth finish by Alberto Ascari and Raymond Summer, respectively.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Alberto Ascari (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	11	5th	2, 4-7
Peter Whitehead (UK)	Peter Whitehead	4	9th	2, 6, 7
Raymond Sommer (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	3	13th	2, 4
Dorino Serafini (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	3	13th	7
Luigi Villoresi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	2, 4-6
Clemente Biondetti (IT)	Clemente Biondetti	0	-	7

 

The drivers: Ascari, Villoresi, Whitehead, Serafini, Sommer and Biondetti

Alberto Ascari was Ferrari’s leading driver in their debut World Championship campaign, competing in four rounds and delivering strong performances, including second-place finishes in Belgium and Italy. He scored a total of 11 points, placing fifth overall in the Drivers’ Championship. Luigi Villoresi also appeared in four rounds but was plagued by mechanical issues and misfortune, failing to score any points.

Peter Whitehead represented Ferrari as a private entrant and brought home a third-place finish at the French Grand Prix, collecting four points across his appearances. Dorino Serafini made a single start, sharing Ascari’s car at Monza and finishing second, earning three points in what would be his only World Championship race.

Raymond Sommer raced a privately entered Ferrari at the Italian Grand Prix but retired due to mechanical failure. Clemente Biondetti appeared at the same event, though his race ended prematurely with engine problems.

The cars: Ferrari 125 F1, 275 F1, 375 F1

Ferrari opened the season with the supercharged 125 F1, a heavy V12-powered machine, then transitioned mid-season to the naturally aspirated 275 F1 and 340/375 F1 with Lampredi’s larger V12 engines. These upgraded cars proved markedly more competitive, especially the 375 F1, which delivered strong straight-line speed and scored multiple high finishes, including a promising second place at Monza.

1950 Formula 1 Statistics

• Races: 7
• Drivers' Champion: Giuseppe Farina (Alfa Romeo)
• Scuderia Ferrari 1950 wins: 0 wins

1951

The 1951 Formula 1 season saw Ferrari step onto a world stage increasingly shaped by Alfa Romeo’s dominance. Ferrari responded with strategic upgrades. Through the deployment of multiple cars and a diverse driver lineup, Ferrari achieved its first championship victories.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Alberto Ascari (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	28	2nd	1, 3-8
José Froilán González (AR)	Scuderia Ferrari	27	3rd	4-8
Luigi Villoresi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	18	5th	1, 3-8
Piero Taruffi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	10	6th	1, 3, 6-8
Reg Parnell (UK)	GA Vandervell	5	10th	4
Rudi Fischer (CH)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	1, 6, 7
Peter Whitehead (UK)	GA Vandervell	0	-	4, 5
Chico Landi (BR)	Francisco Landi	0	-	7

 

The drivers: Ascari, González, Villoresi, Taruffi, Parnell, Fischer, Whitehead and Landi

Alberto Ascari led Ferrari’s campaign with consistency, taking two victories and several podiums to finish second in the Drivers’ Championship with 28 points. Luigi Villoresi supported the works effort across all eight rounds, contributing 18 points and consistent finishes. José Froilán González made a major impact by delivering Ferrari’s historic first World Championship win at the British Grand Prix and added more podiums, collecting 27 points overall.

Piero Taruffi drove a mix of works and private entries across multiple races and scored 10 points. Reg Parnell made a one-off appearance at Silverstone in a private Ferrari and finished third, earning 5 points. Swiss driver Rudi Fischer entered three rounds in a privately run Ferrari 212 but didn’t score. Peter Whitehead also competed in private Ferrari machinery, making three appearances but scoring no points. Brazilian driver Chico Landi took part in the Italian Grand Prix with a privately entered Ferrari 375 but retired before the finish.

The cars: Ferrari 375 F1, 212 F1, 125 F1

Ferrari raced the 375 (with a potent 4.5 L V12), while privateers used Ferrari 212 and 125 models. The 375 was particularly effective, securing Ferrari’s first World Championship wins.

1951 Formula 1 Statistics

• Races: 8
• Drivers' Champion: Juan Manuel Fangio (Alfa Romeo)
• Scuderia Ferrari 1951 Formula 1 wins: 2 wins

1952 🏆

The 1952 Formula 1 season marked Ferrari’s first era of dominance on the world stage. With the introduction of the formidable Ferrari 500, the team showcased a winning combination of consistent performance, mechanical reliability, and strategic decisions allowed Ferrari to control the championship from start to finish.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Alberto Ascari (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	53.5	1st	2-8
Giuseppe Farina (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	27	2nd	1, 3-8
Piero Taruffi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	22	3rd	1, 3-6, 8
Rudi Fischer (CH)	Écurie Espadon	10	4th	1, 4-6, 8
Luigi Villoresi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	8	7th	7-8
Maurice Trintignant (FR)	Écurie Rosier	2	16th	1
Louis Rosier (FR)	Écurie Rosier	0	-	1, 3, 4, 8
Andre Simon (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1, 8
Peter Hirt (CH)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	1, 4, 5
Rudolf Schoeller (CH)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	6
Hans Stuck (GER)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	8
Charles de Tornaco (BE)	Écurie Francorchamps	0	-	3, 7, 8
Roger Laurent (BE)	Écurie Francorchamps	0	-	6
Peter Whitehead (UK)	Peter Whitehead	0	-	4, 5, 8
Graham Whitehead (UK)	Peter Whitehead	0	-	5
Franco Cormotti (IT)	Scuderia Marzotto	0	-	4
Piero Carini (IT)	Scuderia Marzotto	0	-	4, 6
Roy Salvadori (IT)	G. Caprara	0	-	5

 

The drivers: Ascari, Farina, Taruffi, Villoresi, Fischer, Trintignant, Rosier, Simon, Hirt, Schoeller, Stuck, de Tornaco, Laurent, Whitehead (P. & G.), Comotti, Carini, Salvadori

Alberto Ascari led Ferrari’s charge, winning six out of eight races and finishing the season with 53.5 points, securing the World Championship His teammate Giuseppe “Nino” Farina added consistent results, ending second in the standings with 27 points. Piero Taruffi took a win in Switzerland and accumulated 22 points, while Luigi Villoresi scored 8 points with steady top finishes.

Privateer entries also contributed: Swiss Rudi Fischer earned 10 points, and Frenchman Maurice Trintignant added 2 points. Louis Rosier, André Simon, Peter Hirt, Rudolf Schoeller, Hans Stuck, Charles de Tornaco, Roger Laurent, Peter and Graham Whitehead, Franco Comotti, Piero Carini, and Roy Salvadori participated in various races but did not score.

The cars: Ferrari 500, 375, 212

Ferrari focused on the 500 F2 car, a balanced machine with a 2.0 L four-cylinder engine. Used across all rounds, it proved consistently quick and reliable. A handful of teams also entered older 375 and 212 models privately, although these were largely overshadowed by the dominant factory 500.

1952 Formula 1 Statistics

• Races: 8
• Drivers' Champion: Alberto Ascari (Ferrari)
• Scuderia Ferrari 1952 wins: 7 wins

1953 🏆

The 1953 Formula 1 season saw Ferrari further cement its dominance in Grand Prix racing. The team continued with the successful 500 model and introduced the enhanced 625, otherwise outperforming most competition throughout the year. With a powerhouse driver lineup, Ferrari claimed both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles with authority.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Alberto Ascari (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	46.5	1st	1, 3-9
Nino Farina (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	32	3rd	1, 3-9
Mike Hawthorn (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	27	4th	1, 3-9
Luigi Villoresi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	17	5th	1, 3-9
Umberto Maglioli (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	9
Piero Carini (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	9
Jacques Swaters (BE)	Écurie Francorchamps	0	-	4, 7, 8
Louis Rosier (FR)	Écurie Rosier	0	-	3-9
Max de Terra (CH)	Écurie Rosier	0	-	8
Peter Hirt (CH)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	8
Kurt Adolff (DE)	Écurie Espadon	0	-	7
Charles de Tornaco (BE)	Écurie Francorchamps	0	-	4

 

The drivers: Ascari, Farina, Hawthorn, Villoresi, Maglioli, Carini, Swaters, Rosier, de Tornaco, de Terra, Hirt, Adolff

Alberto Ascari starred with 5 victories and clinched the Drivers’ Championship. Nino Farina provided robust support, securing solid points and finishing runner-up in the Drivers’ Championship. Mike Hawthorn impressed with consistent podiums and reliable finishes. Luigi Villoresi delivered steady points finishes throughout. A selection of privateer drivers, Umberto Maglioli, Piero Carini, Jacques Swaters, Louis Rosier, Max de Terra, Peter Hirt, Kurt Adolff, and Charles de Tornaco, also made appearances, though only driver Maglioli managed to claim a finish while the rest remained off the score sheet.

The cars: Ferrari 500, 553, 212

Ferrari campaigned the proven 500 alongside the 553 and 212. This combination delivered consistent domination and competitive pace, making both models highly successful across the season’s circuits.

1953 Formula 1 Statistics

• Races: 9
• Drivers' Champion: Alberto Ascari (Ferrari)
• Scuderia Ferrari 1953 wins: 7

1954

The 1954 Formula 1 season saw a decline in Ferrari performance as the team faced pressure from rivals, particularly the Mercedes-Benz works team. With new engine regulations allowing up to 2.5 litres of displacement, power outputs saw a significant jump. This transformed the performance landscape and gave way to new competition. Despite introducing new machinery and fielding an experienced lineup, Ferrari struggled to maintain its dominant form, managing only one victory and a handful of podiums.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
José Froilán González (AR)	Scuderia Ferrari	27	2nd	1, 3-8
Mike Hawthorn (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	25	3rd	1, 3-9
Maurice Trintignant (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari/Écurie Rosier	17	4th	3-9
Robert Manzon (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	4	15th	7
Umberto Maglioli (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	2	18th	1, 7, 8
Alberto Ascari (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari (1 race)	1	25th	8
Giuseppe Farina (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1, 3
Piero Taruffi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	6
Jacques Swaters (BE)	Écurie Francorchamps	0	-	3, 7, 9
Reg Parnell (UK)	Scuderia Ambrosiana	0	-	5
Louis Rosier (FR)	Écurie Rosier	0	-	1, 4-6, 9

 

The drivers: Ascari, Farina, Hawthorn, Villoresi, Maglioli, Carini, Swaters, Rosier, de Tornaco, de Terra, Hirt, Adolff

Alberto Ascari returned mid-season and claimed pole and fastest laps but only scored 1 point. Nino Farina, also a works driver, delivered podium finishes, notably a second place finish at the season opener in Argentina. Mike Hawthorn impressed with a win in Spain and multiple podiums, finishing 3rd in the Drivers’ standings. Luigi Villoresi only scored 2 points throughout the season. Among private Ferrari entrants, Swiss drivers Umberto Maglioli, Peter Hirt, Max de Terra, Kurt Adolff, and Charles de Tornaco participated in selected events without scoring points, while Piero Carini, Jacques Swaters, and Louis Rosier also entered but fell short of the top-five.

The cars: Ferrari 500, 553, 625

Ferrari entered the season with the 500 and 553 chassis, but their main contender was the newly developed 625, tailored to meet the new 2.5-litre engine regulations. The 625 featured an independent front suspension and a de Dion rear axle. Both the front and rear had transverse leaf springs and Houdaille hydraulic dampers. While the car was technically refined, it often lacked the outright pace to challenge Mercedes' dominant W196.

1954 Formula 1 Statistics

• Races: 9
• Drivers' Champion: Juan Manuel Fangio (Mercedes)
• Scuderia Ferrari 1954 Constructor’s results: 2nd
• Scuderia Ferrari 1954 Formula 1 wins: 1 win

1955

Ferrari faced a challenging 1955 season dominated by Mercedes-Benz, though the Italian team managed to take a notable victory at the Monaco Grand Prix by Maurice Trintignant. This was the only non-Mercedes victory of the year. Ferrari fielded a wide range of drivers throughout the season, seeking consistency in an era of technical evolution and fierce competition.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Eugenio Castellotti (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	12	3rd	5-7
Maurice Trintignant (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	11	4th	1, 2, 4-7
Piero Taruffi (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	9	6th	2, 4
Paul Frère (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	3	15th	2, 4
Umberto Maglioli (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	1	21st	1, 7
José Froilán González (AR)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1
Mike Hawthorn (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	5-7
Harry Schell (US)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	2, 4
Giuseppe Farina (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1, 2, 4
Johnny Claes (BE)	Equipe Nationale Belge	0	-	5

 

The drivers: Castellotti, Trintignant, Taruffi, Frère, Maglioli, González, Hawthorn, Schell, Farina, Claes

Maurice Trintignant secured Ferrari’s only win of the year and was the most consistent performer in the team. Eugenio Castellotti impressed with a strong debut season, while Piero Taruffi and José Froilán González contributed occasional points finishes. Mike Hawthorn returned for a single outing, joined by a varied roster including André Pilette substitute Paul Frère, Harry Schell, Umberto Maglioli, Giuseppe Farina, and Johnny Claes in one-off appearances.

The cars: Ferrari 625, Ferrari 555

Ferrari began the season with the 625 F1, carried over from previous years, powered by a 2.5-litre inline-4 engine. The car was reliable but lacked the advanced engineering seen in Mercedes’ W196. To counter this, Ferrari introduced the 555 F1 “Super Squalo” mid-season, which featured improved aerodynamics and revised suspension. Despite the upgrade, Ferrari’s performance remained behind the pace-setting Mercedes team.

• Races: 7
• Drivers' Champion: Juan Manuel Fangio
• Wining Constructor: Mercedes-Benz
• Scuderia Ferrari 1955 Formula 1 wins: 1

1956 🏆

Ferrari had a strong 1956 season, ultimately helping Juan Manuel Fangio secure his fourth World Championship title. The team benefited from the withdrawal of Mercedes, acquiring the Lancia D50 chassis and fielding a competitive lineup. Ferrari won five of the eight Grands Prix and finished first in the Constructors’ standings by points scored (though the official championship for constructors did not exist yet).

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Juan Manuel Fangio (AR)	Scuderia Ferrari	33	1	1, 2, 4-8
Peter Collins (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	25	3	1, 2, 4-8
Eugenio Castellotti (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	7.5	6	1, 2, 4-8
Paul Frère (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	6	7	4
Luigi Musso (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	4	11	1, 2, 7, 8
Alfonso de Portago (ES)	Scuderia Ferrari	3	15	5-8
Olivier Gendebien (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	2	19	1, 5
Wolfgang von Trips (DE)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	8
André Pilette (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	4
Giorgio Scarlatti (IT)	Giorgio Scarlatti/Scuderia Centro Sud	0	-	2

 

The drivers: Fangio, Collins, Castellotti, Frère, Musso, de Portago, Gendebien, von Trips, Pilette, Scarlatti
Juan Manuel Fangio led Ferrari to the Drivers’ title with three victories and consistent podiums. Peter Collins was also a championship contender, famously handing over his car to Fangio in the final race at Monza, sacrificing his own title chances. Eugenio Castellotti played a strong supporting role, while Musso, de Portago, Frère, and others filled in for select rounds. Notable one-off drives came from Wolfgang von Trips, Olivier Gendebien, André Pilette, and Giorgio Scarlatti, giving Ferrari one of the most diverse lineups of the decade.

The car: Ferrari D50
Ferrari competed in 1956 with the Lancia D50, reworked and rebadged as the Ferrari D50. The car featured a 2.5-litre V8 engine and distinctive side-mounted fuel tanks for improved balance. It proved powerful and agile, allowing Ferrari to take multiple wins across various circuits. Throughout the season, the car received reliability and aerodynamic improvements that helped secure Ferrari’s top-tier status in the championship.

• Races: 8
• Drivers' Champion: Juan Manuel Fangio
• Wining Constructor: Scuderia Ferrari
• Scuderia Ferrari 1956 Formula 1 wins: 5

1957

Ferrari experienced a mixed 1957 Formula 1 season, facing strong competition from the emerging Vanwall team and the dominant Maserati of Juan Manuel Fangio. Despite multiple podiums and consistent points finishes, Ferrari failed to win a race and ended the season second in the unofficial Constructors’ standings. The season was also marked by tragedy, with the loss of Alfonso de Portago at the Mille Miglia earlier in the year.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Luigi Musso (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	16	3	1, 4-8
Mike Hawthorn (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	13	4	1, 2, 4-6, 8
Peter Collins (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	8	9	1, 2, 4-6, 8
Maurice Trintignant (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	5	13	2, 4, 5
Alfonso de Portago (ES)	Scuderia Ferrari	1	21	1
José Froilán González (AR)	Scuderia Ferrari	1	22	1
Eugenio Castellotti (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1
Cesare Perdisa (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	1
Alejandro de Tomaso (AR)	Scuderia Centro Sud	0	-	1

 

The drivers: Musso, Hawthorn, Collins, Trintignant, de Portago, González, Castellotti, Perdisa, de Tomaso
Luigi Musso was Ferrari’s top performer in 1957, achieving two podium finishes and placing third in the Drivers' Championship. Mike Hawthorn and Peter Collins contributed regular points, while Maurice Trintignant also appeared throughout the year. The team’s lineup was affected by the deaths of Eugenio Castellotti in pre-season testing and Alfonso de Portago in a non-championship event. José Froilán González, Cesare Perdisa, and Alejandro de Tomaso made brief or single appearances during the campaign.

The car: Ferrari 801
Ferrari entered 1957 with the 801 F1, a further development of the Lancia-Ferrari D50 with an upgraded chassis and improved suspension geometry. The car used a 2.5-litre V8 engine, but it lacked the finesse and balance of Fangio's Maserati 250F or the speed of the Vanwalls. While reliable and drivable, the 801 often struggled to keep pace with the evolving competition. It would mark the last of the D50-based designs before Ferrari introduced a new generation of cars.

• Races: 8
• Drivers' Champion: Juan Manuel Fangio
• Wining Constructor: Maserati
• Scuderia Ferrari 1957 Formula 1 wins: 0

1958 🏆

Ferrari lived through both triumph and tragedy in 1958, winning the inaugural Constructors' Championship and celebrating Mike Hawthorn’s Drivers' title. However, the season was deeply overshadowed by the deaths of drivers Luigi Musso and Peter Collins in separate racing incidents. Despite the emotional weight, Ferrari remained consistently competitive and won four of the eleven races.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Mike Hawthorn (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	49	1	1, 3, 5-11
Peter Collins (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	14	5	1, 3, 5-8
Luigi Musso (IT)	Scuderia Ferrari	12	7	1, 3, 5, 6
Phil Hill (US)	Scuderia Ferrari	9	10	10, 11
Wolfgang von Trips (DE)	Scuderia Ferrari	9	10	2, 6-10
Olivier Gendebien (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	5, 10-11

 

The drivers: Hawthorn, Collins, Musso, Hill, von Trips, Gendebien
Mike Hawthorn secured the World Championship through steady performances and a crucial win in France. He was the first British driver to do so. Peter Collins and Luigi Musso also claimed victories but both lost their lives during the season. Phil Hill emerged as a key figure in the second half of the year, while Wolfgang von Trips and Olivier Gendebien made valuable contributions in selected Grands Prix.

The car: Ferrari 246 F1
Ferrari competed with the Ferrari 246 F1, their first Formula 1 car powered by a V6 engine, designed by Vittorio Jano and Carlo Chiti. The 2.4-litre engine provided excellent torque and cornering balance, particularly on tighter European circuits. It proved reliable and fast across a range of tracks.

• Races: 11
• Drivers' Champion: Mike Hawthorn
• Winning Constructor: Vanwall
• Scuderia Ferrari 1958 Formula 1 Constructor’s result: 2nd
• Scuderia Ferrari 1958 Formula 1 wins: 2

1959

Ferrari endured a challenging 1959 campaign, finishing third in the Constructors’ standings and securing two victories despite advancing competition from Cooper. Tony Brooks delivered both of the team’s wins at the French and German Grands Prix, while Phil Hill and Dan Gurney provided strong supporting performances. The season was also marred by the death of Jean Behra in a non-championship event.

Drivers	Team	Points	Drivers'	Rounds
Tony Brooks (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	27	2	1, 3, 4, 6-9
Phil Hill (US)	Scuderia Ferrari	20	4	1, 3, 4, 6-9
Dan Gurney (US)	Scuderia Ferrari	13	7	4, 6-8
Olivier Gendebien (BE)	Scuderia Ferrari	3	15	4, 8
Cliff Allison (UK)	Scuderia Ferrari	2	17	1, 3, 6, 8, 9
Jean Behra (FR)	Scuderia Ferrari	2	18	1, 3, 4
Wolfgang von Trips (DE)	Scuderia Ferrari	0	-	9

 

The drivers: Brooks, Hill, Gurney, Gendebien, Allison, Behra, von Trips
Tony Brooks led the team with two wins and finished second in the Drivers’ Championship. Phil Hill supported with consistent points finishes and was fourth overall, while Dan Gurney added two more podiums. Olivier Gendebien, Cliff Allison, and Wolfgang von Trips participated in select Grands Prix, and Jean Behra ran two races before his fatal accident during a support race.

The cars: Ferrari 246 F1, Dino 156 F2
Ferrari used the 246 F1 as its primary Grand Prix car, powered by a 2.4-litre Dino V6 engine. Though reliable and balanced, it was increasingly outclassed by lighter, rear-engined Coopers. For the tighter AVUS layout, Ferrari also entered the Dino 156 F2. This was a Formula 2 car fitted for the F1 grid due to AVUS’ unique layout and to test performance with reduced weight and improved aerodynamics. Despite its innovation, the 156 F2 was not yet a full replacement for the 246.

• Races: 9
• Drivers' Champion: Jack Brabham
• Winning Constructor: Cooper Car Company
• Scuderia Ferrari 1959 Formula 1 Constructor’s result: 2nd
• Scuderia Ferrari 1959 Formula 1 wins: 2