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The Ferrari F2002 F1 is a legendary, high-speed racing car which was first introduced in the 2002 Formula One World Championship. This car was considered one of the best Formula One cars ever built and was designed by the famous Ferrari chief designer Ross Brawn, the designer also oversaw the successful Michael Schumacher era.
The F2002 comes with a compact design and is lightweight, weighing under 600kg, despite being 4.5 meters in length. Thanks to its aerodynamic design, it sits very low to the ground and thus it has a very low center of gravity. The car also features a narrow front and rear wing which is a revolutionary design for its era.
The F2002 F1 is powered by a V10 engine that churns out 900 horsepower at a mind-boggling 18,000 rpm. The engine block is constructed using aluminum and magnesium alloy which helps to reduce its weight further. The engine runs on a very high-octane racing fuel and has been fine-tuned to operate at the highest level of efficiency possible.
The car's suspension is a work of art. It comes with a push-rod layout that further helps to reduce the car's overall weight. The suspension also features an innovative aerodynamic approach which is so effective that it helps the car stick to the ground at high speeds. The chassis is strong and stiff and is constructed using carbon fiber combined with some metals like Titanium.
The F2002 has a 7-speed gearbox that enables the driver to shift gears in milliseconds providing a blistering acceleration. The gearchange system is operated through a hydraulic paddle shift behind the steering wheel, allowing the driver to keep both hands on the wheel while changing gears.
The braking system of the F2002 is phenomenal, given it's high-speed capability. It comes with ventilated carbon-carbon brakes, the brake pads in this car are designed with a special composite material that doesn't degrade and can withstand the high temperatures of hard braking.
In conclusion, the Ferrari F2002 F1 is a masterfully built racing car that represents the best of Formula One design and engineering. It is an example of how careful attention to every detail creates an immense performance advantage. It is a car that can withstand unbelievable stresses and speeds whilst providing the necessary control and handling capabilities required in a racing car.
Milestones
- Introduction in March 2002 - Contracted Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello as drivers - Debuted at the Australian Grand Prix and won its first race - Won 9 out of 17 races in the 2002 season - Michael Schumacher won his fifth world championship in the F2002 - Set multiple lap records including the fastest lap in Formula One history at Monza - Considered one of the most dominant cars in F1 history - Retired from competitive racing in 2003 with 15 wins and three championships - Continues to be showcased at events and in Ferrari museums as an iconic car in the brand's history.Technical
- Chassis: Carbon fiber and honeycomb composite monocoque - Suspension: Double wishbone with pushrod-activated torsion springs and damper units - Engine: 3.0L naturally aspirated V10 - Power output: 860 hp at 17,800 rpm - Gearbox: Semi-automatic 7-speed sequential - Steering: Rack-and-pinion with power assistance - Brakes: Carbon fiber ventilated discs with carbon fiber pads; Brembo calipers - Weight: 600 kg (1,323 lbs) - Fuel capacity: 90 kg - Wheelbase: 3,000 mm - Track width: 1,470 mm (front) / 1,410 mm (rear) - Tyres: Bridgestone Potenza (front: 245/45 R17, rear: 315/45 R17)CLASSIC CAR MATCHER