Ferrari 410 Superfast I sn0483SA & UCS Scale Ferrari Typ-126 5.0L Lampredi V12- 1956
SN0483SA the 1956 Ferrari 410 Superfast I Berlinetta by Pininfarina is probably on of the most recognisable one-off models from Ferrari's classic period.
A few notable features stand out - first, the tailfins - a popular feature on US designs of the era, also seen in many Pininfarina designs for mainstream manufacturers, but little used on Ferraris. Secondly, the two-tone bodywork, white of metallic light-blue - also a distinctive look for a Ferrari. And thirdly, the cantilevered roof, with near-invisible A-pillars.
Superfast I is a series I 410, and hence rides on the 2800mm wheelbase, whereas Series II and III cars used a shorter 2600mm.
The Superfast I - previewing the 410 Superamerica line, looked like nothing before it - but would go n to influence Ferrari styling for the next decade. The proportions and details were evolved first through the 410 Superamerica (1955-59), then the Columbo-engined 400 Superamerica (1959-64) that followed, the 500 Superfast (1964-66) then finally into the 365 California (1966-67). The styling themes were also evolved through the Ferrari 330/365 (1966-70).
Heart of the Ferrari 40 was the 60-degree Lampredi V12, also known as the Ferrari long-block. The Lampredi V12 was first seen in a roadcar in 4.1 L form in the 1950 340 America 217 - 276 hp). This was followed by the 4.5 L form in 1953 375 America, then in 5.0 L form in the 410 Superamerica line. In sn0483SA Superfast I, this engine was rated at 340 hp. The engine is a SOHC 24v design, with triple Weber 46DCF/3 carburettors and an 8.5:1 compression ratio.
Ferrari 410 Superfast I sn0483SA & UCS Scale Ferrari Typ-126 5.0L Lampredi V12- 1956
SN0483SA the 1956 Ferrari 410 Superfast I Berlinetta by Pininfarina is probably on of the most recognisable one-off models from Ferrari's classic period.
A few notable features stand out - first, the tailfins - a popular feature on US designs of the era, also seen in many Pininfarina designs for mainstream manufacturers, but little used on Ferraris. Secondly, the two-tone bodywork, white of metallic light-blue - also a distinctive look for a Ferrari. And thirdly, the cantilevered roof, with near-invisible A-pillars.
Superfast I is a series I 410, and hence rides on the 2800mm wheelbase, whereas Series II and III cars used a shorter 2600mm.
The Superfast I - previewing the 410 Superamerica line, looked like nothing before it - but would go n to influence Ferrari styling for the next decade. The proportions and details were evolved first through the 410 Superamerica (1955-59), then the Columbo-engined 400 Superamerica (1959-64) that followed, the 500 Superfast (1964-66) then finally into the 365 California (1966-67). The styling themes were also evolved through the Ferrari 330/365 (1966-70).
Heart of the Ferrari 40 was the 60-degree Lampredi V12, also known as the Ferrari long-block. The Lampredi V12 was first seen in a roadcar in 4.1 L form in the 1950 340 America 217 - 276 hp). This was followed by the 4.5 L form in 1953 375 America, then in 5.0 L form in the 410 Superamerica line. In sn0483SA Superfast I, this engine was rated at 340 hp. The engine is a SOHC 24v design, with triple Weber 46DCF/3 carburettors and an 8.5:1 compression ratio.