Ferrari, Binotto: "Efficient and compact power unit"

Regarding the presentation of the new SF16-H, Mattia Binotto, head of the Scuderia Ferrari engine sector, expressed his opinion on the work carried out by the engine engineers on the power unit during the winter. Compared to last year, in fact, the "Red" has a much more tapered rear end, a sign that the overall dimensions of the power train have been significantly reduced. The single-seater also features various technical innovations and newly designed radiant masses. Binotto said he was very satisfied with the work done and it will certainly be interesting to understand how far away (if it is...) Mercedes will be in Melbourne.

Here are the words of Mattia Binotto: “Compared to last year we worked mainly on two factors, first of all the overall dimensions of the architecture, we tried to compact it to have a positive impact on aerodynamics. The machine is narrower than the SF15-T and we tried to move all the accessories, the overall dimensions were reduced".

“We didn't just work on the architecture - He continued - but also on combustion, intake, turbo; represents a first step forward compared to the past. We have made very important and innovative technical choices."

Roberto Valenti