512 BB
(1976-1981)
Number of cylinders and arrangement:
12 in 180° V.
Bore and stroke
:
82 x 78 mm.
Unitary and total capacity
:
411.84 / 4,942.1 cc.
Position:
Rear longitudinal.
Cylinder block and head
:
Light alloy.
Compression ratio
:
9.2:1.
Max. power output:
340 bhp at 6,800 rpm; 68 bhp/litre.
Timing gear:
2 valves per cylinder, 2 overhead camshafts.
Fuel feed:
4 Weber 40 IF3C carburettors.
Ignition:
Single, coil-ignition.
Clutch
:
Dry, twin-plate.
Gearbox:
5 speeds + reverse.
Differential:
Self-locking.
Type and material:
Tubular.
Front suspension:
Independent, transverse parallelograms, coil springs.
Rear suspension:
Independent, transverse parallelograms, coil springs.
Brakes:
Ventilated discs, vacuum servo.
Steering:
Rack and pinion.
Fuel tank:
Two 110-litre tanks.
Cooling system:
1 front radiator.
Length, width and max. height:
4,400 / 1,830 / 1,120 mm
Wheelbase and front/rear track:
2,500 / 1,508 / 1,572 mm.
Tyres:
Michelin 240-55 VR 415 TRX.
Weight empty:
1,580 kg.
Top speed:
283 km/h.
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