In the early ’50s Grand Prix regulations changed. Aurelio Lampredi was able to create for Ferrari a new, larger displacement, naturally aspirated V12 engine to do battle with the 1.5-liter supercharged powered Alfa Romeo Alfettas. This new motor was immediately successful in Ferrari’s 375 Grand Prix car.
In 1952, the 4.5-liter engines were banned and a new limit of 2.0 liter was introduced. So what do you do with all these now outlawed motors?
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