First Constructors' Championship Win
The Prancing Horse – oldest and most successful team in Formula One history.
Scuderia Ferrari HP is the racing division of luxury Italian auto manufacturer Ferrari and the racing team that competes in Formula One. It is the oldest surviving and most successful Formula One team, having competed in every World Championship since 1950.
Quick Facts
- Season
- 1961
- Championship title
- FIA Formula One World Constructors' Championship
- Key drivers
- Phil Hill, Richie Ginther
- Primary chassis
- Ferrari 156 F1 (Sharknose)
- Engine configuration
- 1.5 L (1,500 cc) V6
- Total wins in season
- 5
Lore & Background
The team was founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1929, initially to race cars produced by Alfa Romeo. By 1947, Ferrari had begun building its own cars. The prancing horse blazon first appeared at the 1932 Spa 24 Hours. The team is known for its passionate support base, known as the tifosi. The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is regarded as the team's home race.
Reader's Guide
As a constructor in Formula One, Ferrari has a record 16 Constructors' Championships. Their most recent Constructors' Championship was won in 2008. The team also holds the record for the most Drivers' Championships with 15, won by nine different drivers including Alberto Ascari, Juan Manuel Fangio, Mike Hawthorn, Phil Hill, John Surtees, Niki Lauda, Jody Scheckter, Michael Schumacher, and Kimi Räikkönen. Räikkönen's title in 2007 is the most recent for the team. The 2020 Tuscan Grand Prix marked Ferrari's 1000th Grand Prix in Formula One.
Did You Know?
- The team's most successful driver is Michael Schumacher, who won five consecutive drivers' titles and 72 Grands Prix for the team.
- The prancing horse logo was originally the symbol of Italian World War I ace Francesco Baracca.
- Ferrari's first Constructors' Championship was won in 1961.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Scuderia Ferrari secure their first Constructors' Championship?
The Italian team claimed their maiden FIA Formula One World Constructors' Championship title during the 1961 season. This milestone arrived after competing since the inaugural 1950 race and waiting for the category to be introduced in 1958.
Which specific car model achieved this historic victory?
Ferrari utilized the legendary Ferrari 156 F1 chassis, commonly referred to as the Sharknose. Powered by a 1.5L V6 engine, this machine was capable enough to dominate the field that year.
Who were the main drivers contributing to the win?
Phil Hill and Richie Ginther served as the key pilots for the squad during this championship run. Their combined efforts were essential in securing the points needed for the manufacturers' crown.
How many Grand Prix races did Ferrari win that season?
The team secured a total of five race victories throughout the 1961 calendar. This level of consistency proved vital in overtaking competitors to take the top spot.
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