Ferrari 412 S
| Ferrari 412 S | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ferrari |
| Also called | Ferrari 412 MI |
| Production | 1958 1 converted from 312 S |
| Designer | Carrozzeria Scaglietti |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Spyder |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 4.0 L (4023.32 cc) Tipo 141 Jano V12 |
| Power output | 432 PS |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm (92.5 in) |
| Curb weight | 880 kg (1,940 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Ferrari 335 S |
The Ferrari 412 S was a unique sports racing car produced by Ferrari in 1958. The 412 S combined Ferrari's most powerful V12 engine to date with a one-off experimental racing chassis. It was also incorrectly called as the 412 MI due to being built around an engine from the 500 Miles of Monza racer. The car was created specifically for John von Neumann to take on the American racing cars Scarabs in SCCA racing. Its famed drivers included Phil Hill and Richie Ginther.