| Put together in just three months by a team headed by legendary engineering boss Marco Forghieri, the 512S sports racing car was powered by an all-alloy V12 engine of almost five litres, with four valves per cylinder. |
| The tubular spaceframe chassis was developed from the 330 P4 and the 612 Can-Am, while the bodywork was designed by Giacomo Caliri and made from polycarbonate to reduce weight. Built both as a closed berlinetta and an open spider, the 512S contested the Manufacturers' World Championship in 1970 and 1971. It claimed outright victory for the marque at Sebring (USA) and Kyalami (South Africa). |
| Layout: | Mid-engined, rear-wheel drive, two seater sports racer |
| Chassis: | Light alloy, semi-monocoque, with spaceframe extensions |
| Front suspension: | Independent , double wishbones, coil springs |
| Rear suspension: | Independent , double wishbones, coil springs |
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| Engine: | Longitudinally-mounted 60° V12 |
| Materials: | Light alloy engine block and cylinder heads |
| Capacity: | 4,993 cc (5.0 litres) |
| Maximum power: | 550 bhp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Timing gear: | Double overhead camshafts per cylinder bank |
| Valves: | 4 per cylinder, total 48 |
| Transmission: | Multi-plate clutch, 5-speed gearbox + reverse |
| Rear axle: | ZF limited-slip differential |
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| Wheelbase: | 2,400 mm |
| Track: | 1,518 mm (front), 1,511mm (rear) |
| Kerb weight: | 840 kg |
| Tyres: | 4.25-11.5-15 inch (front), 6.00-14.5-15 inch (rear) |
| Fuel tank: | 120 litres x 2 (26.3 Imp gallons) |
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