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Enzo Ferrari's quest for World Manufacturer's Championship led to the creation of the iconic Ferrari 250 GTO. Designed by Bizzarrini and perfected by Forghieri, it debuted in 1962, dominated GT racing, and showcased a potent V12 engine.
__Who wanted it, and who made it?__ Enzo Ferrari did, aiming to secure a victorious entry in the World Manufacturer’s Championship (formerly known as the Formula 1 World Driver’s Championship), which transitioned from sports cars to grand touring cars.
The initial project was the work of engineer Giotto Bizzarrini, who, starting from the __Ferrari 250 GTO__ short wheelbase, moved the engine towards the centre of the chassis and stiffened the entire structure. During development, Bizzarrini left Ferrari, and the project’s finalization, with significant improvements, was carried out by Mauro Forghieri.
