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Ferrari F300

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The Ferrari F300, Ferrari's Formula One entry for the 1998 World Championship, was a notable step in Ferrari's racing evolution. Designed by a team led by Rory Byrne and with significant contributions from Ross Brawn as Technical Director, the F300 featured a 3-litre Ferrari Tipo 047 V10 engine, tailored to meet FIA's regulations for a narrower track. Despite its competitive and reliable nature, the F300 was aerodynamically outperformed by its rival, the McLaren MP4/13. Michael Schumacher, driving the F300, narrowly missed the world championship, finishing second behind Mika Häkkinen. Throughout the season, the F300 underwent substantial revisions, including a wider front tyre, a longer wheelbase, and aerodynamic enhancements, which led to a series of victories for Schumacher. These developments not only marked the F300 as a formidable contender in its time but also laid the groundwork for Ferrari's future dominance in Formula One​​.

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