Front cover of the Ferrari 348 Challenge regulations with a shot of the S. Castellaneta 348
Ferrari 348 Challenge Race Car – one of the original 59
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Thanks to Robb Williamson for the research
Technical Data
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Type | Rear, longitudinal 90° V8 |
| Bore/stroke | 85 x 75 mm |
| Unitary displacement | 425.59 cc |
| Total displacement | 3404.70 cc |
| Compression ratio | 10,8:1 |
| Maximum power | 235 kW (320 hp) at 7200 rpm |
| Power per litre | 94 hp/l |
| Maximum torque | 324 Nm (33 kgm) at 5000 rpm |
| Valve actuation | Twin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder |
| Fuel feed | Bosch Motronic M2.7 electronic injection |
| Ignition | Bosch Motronic M2.7 static electronic, single spark plug per cylinder |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Clutch | Single-plate |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Frame | Steel monocoque with tubular steel rear sub-frame |
| Front suspension | Independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
| Brakes | Discs |
| Transmission | 5-speed + reverse |
| Steering | Rack-and-pinion |
| Fuel tank | Capacity 88 litres |
| Front tyres | P Zero 245-620 ZR 17 |
| Rear tyres | P Zero 265-640 ZR 17 |
| Bodywork | |
|---|---|
| Type | Two-seater berlinetta or spider |
| Length | 4230 mm |
| Width | 1894 mm |
| Height | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
| Front track | 1502 mm |
| Rear track | 1578 mm |
| Weight | 1360 kg berlinetta, 1370 kg spider (with liquids) |