A1GP Powered by Ferrari
The A1GP Powered by Ferrari chassis represents one of the most advanced and exclusive single-seater race cars ever built. Developed through a technical partnership with Scuderia Ferrari, these cars brought Formula 1-level engineering to the global stage of the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport during the 2008–2009 season. Each car was hand-crafted for performance, precision, and reliability — a true showcase of Ferrari’s racing DNA.
The Legacy of Ferrari Engineering
Built to bring Formula 1 performance to international competition, the A1GP Powered by Ferrari cars remain a rare and remarkable part of motorsport history. Combining the artistry of Italian design with the engineering precision of Ferrari, these cars continue to inspire collectors, teams, and racing enthusiasts around the world.
Engine Specs
| Configuration: | 90 Degree Ferrari V8 |
| Displacement: | 4500cc |
| Width: | 666.5mm (Max L&R cam covers width) |
| Height: | 446mm (From bottom plane to max cam covers height) |
| Length: | 569mm (From front pulley bolt to rear plane engine block flange) |
| Weight: | 165kg |
| Cylinder Block: | Die Cast Aluminium Alloy |
| Cylinder Head: | Sand Cast Aluminium Alloy |
| Valve Train: | Four Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder |
| Engine Management: | Life Racing |
| Injection: | Direct Injection |
| Spark Plugs: | NGK |
| Fuel: | E10 102 RON BIO Fuel |
| Max Torque: | 406 lbs ft 550 Nm @ 6250 rpm |
| Max Power: | 630 bhp 448 Kw @ 9000 rpm |
| Max RPM: | 8200 |
| Max RPM Push To Pass: | 8700 |
Chassis Specs
| Wheelbase: | 3100mm |
| Front Track: | 1632.0mm @ 1.5 deg camber |
| Rear Track: | 1632.0mm @ 1.5 deg camber |
| Weight: | Approx 715kg including driver, race ready (excluding fuel) |
| Weight: | Approx 640kg painted, oil and water, no driver |
| Front and Rear Suspension: | Double wishbone with pushrod operated coil over damper units. Adjustable ride height, cambers and toe, non adjustable |
| Anti-roll Bar: | Multi adjustable, quick change front and rear roll bars |
| Chassis: | Carbon fibre skins, aluminium honeycomb core. Tested to meet all applicable FIA crash safety standards. |
| Bodywork: | Light weight composite bodywork. |
| Gearbox: | Xtrac A1GP six-speed longitudinal sequential. Gear selection via a paddle shift system. |
| Drive Line: | Pankl Tripod jointed driveshaft system. |
| Brakes: | Brembo carbon discs, six-pot aluminium calipers. |
| Dampers: | Penske VDP-45, two way adjustable. |
| Wheels: | OZ Front 13” dia. X 12” Rear 13” dia. X 14” |
| Steering: | Titan angle drive bevel and two-pinion ratios. |
| Steering Wheel: | 280mm diameter carbon, with mounted LCD dash. |
| Instrumentation and Display: | LCD Mounted display unit, multi-channel logging facility for engineering analyse. |
| Seat Belt: | FIA approved SABELT six-point safety harness |
| Fuel Cell: | ATL fuel cell approximately 140-litres capacity and designed to take up to 50 per cent ethanol. |
| Clutch: | AP three-plate carbon/carbon with steel hub. |
| Tyres: | Control slicks and treaded wet tyres |
A1GP Cars
The following chassis represent the only remaining A1GP “Powered by Ferrari” race cars built and raced in the 2008–2009 World Cup of Motorsport. Produced in a limited run for the final A1GP season, these rare machines feature Ferrari-engineered V8 power, carbon-fiber construction, and Formula 1–derived technology. Each surviving chassis stands as a historic testament to the collaboration between A1GP and Scuderia Ferrari, preserving the legacy of this iconic series.
Race Highlights
The A1GP racing events brought nations head-to-head in a global showcase of speed, skill, and technology. Each race weekend featured sprint and feature races, with identical Ferrari-powered cars ensuring that success came down to driver talent and team strategy—not machinery. From the tight street circuits of Durban to the high-speed straights of Brands Hatch, A1GP delivered thrilling, wheel-to-wheel competition that captured the true spirit of international motorsport.
