An evolution of the 330 P2, the P3 featured a new tubular chassis with a fibreglass tub: the engine and gearbox were an integral part of the structure, enhancing its rigidity. Compared to the unit used on the P2, the V12 engine was almost 30 kg thanks to redesigned cylinder heads, and a new Lucas injection system in place of the usual battery of Weber carburettors. The car’s most important wins were racked up by Parkes/Scarfiotti at Spa and by Surtees/Parkes at the 1000 km of Monza.
Accurate selection of the best shots of the 330 P3 in high definition. The photo gallery shows the distinctive features of this model Ferrari in 1966, focusing on the details and the most important parts.
Type | rear, longitudinal 60° V12 |
Bore/stroke | 77 x 71 mm |
Unitary displacement | 330.62 cc |
Total displacement | 3967.44 cc |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
Maximum power | 309 kW (420 hp) at 8000 rpm |
Power per litre | 106 hp/l |
Maximum torque | - |
Valve actuation | twin overhead camshaft per bank, two valves per cylinder |
Fuel feed | Lucas indirect injection |
Ignition | twin spark plugs per cylinder, two coils |
Lubrication | dry sump |
Clutch | multi-plate |
Frame | tubular steel |
Front suspension | independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
Rear suspension | independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar |
Brakes | discs |
Transmission | 5-speed + reverse |
Steering | rack-and-pinion |
Fuel tank | capacity 114 litres |
Front tyres | 5.50 x 15 |
Rear tyres | 7.00 x 15 |
Type | two-seater spider, berlinetta |
Length | 4170 mm |
Width | 1780 mm |
Height | 950 mm |
Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
Front track | 1462 mm |
Rear track | 1431 mm |
Weight | 851 kg (dry) |
Top speed | 310 km/h |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h | - |
0-400 m | - |
0-1000 m | - |