Cinema and motors have a very good relationship. The films that concern the speed can in fact always obtain great results. Whether it's a Hollywood production or not, a film on two or four wheels has always captivated many audiences. And if we get in the way of one of the symbols of racing, success is guaranteed. At least that's what one hopes for as far as the film is concerned Ferrari 312B, due out next October. But what is special about this car?
The Ferrari 312B at the cinema
In truth, more than a film it is a documentary film, or in any case a film that intends to narrate the racing world of the time. No Fast & Furious scenes then, but a lot of story told at high speed. And accompanying us on this journey will be the Ferrari 312B, the single-seater that changed the world of racing. Yes, because this model was the first to have an engine originally designed for an aircraft! He was the author of this madness Mauro forghieri, an engineer who had the intuition to use a V12 with opposed horizontal cylinders. Too complicated? Don't worry, just think that this type of engine generates an impressive thrust. The kind of acceleration that can get an airplane off the ground. The project was in fact developed by theUS Air Force, later bought by prancing Horse.
The beginning of the golden age
The debut of the Ferrari 312B dates back to the 1970 world championship. Jacky Ickx, IGNAZIO GIUNTI e Clay regazzoni they are the first drivers to drive the new model, setting various records. Despite the car's great power, the three, however, failed to win the title. But that was not a failure, but the beginning of a decade that will lead Ferrari to win 4 constructors' world titles and 3 for drivers. The choice of mounting an engine intended for jets was in fact optimized, making the Maranello team the real and undisputed protagonist of the 70s. And now, almost fifty years later, the director Andrew Marini wants to bring this story to the cinema. Because the Ferrari 312B is, still today, considered one of the best single-seaters ever made.
