‘You win a race with the accelerator, not the brake.’
Enzo Ferrari’s birthday, 18th February—a time to celebrate a man who built a legend.
But behind the glamour, there was an iron will.
Frustrated with Modena Autodrome’s restrictions, he built Fiorano.
It opened in 1972 and was inspired by Monaco and the Nürburgring.
Since then, every Ferrari has been shaped on this sacred asphalt.
Want to understand Ferrari? Start at Fiorano.
• Birth of a Legend (1898-1939)
Enzo Ferrari was born on 18th February 1898.
His motorsport passion led him to Alfa Romeo.
In 1939, he founded Auto Avio Costruzioni, later Ferrari.
• Ferrari’s First Roar (1947-1951)
The Ferrari 125 S debuted in 1947 with a V12 engine.
Ferrari’s first Formula One win came at the 1951 British Grand Prix.
• The Golden Age (1950s-1960s)
The 250 GTO and Testa Rossa became automotive legends.
Ferrari dominated motorsport with multiple championships.
Safety concerns arose after several fatal crashes.
• Financial Struggles & Fiat Partnership (1960s-1970s)
In 1969, Enzo Ferrari sold 50% of Ferrari to Fiat.
The sale ensured financial stability and innovation.
• The Fiorano Masterstroke (1971-1972)
Frustrated by Modena’s restrictions, Enzo built Fiorano Circuit.
Opened in 1972, it drew inspiration from iconic F1 corners.
It became Ferrari’s ultimate testing ground.
• Enzo’s Legacy & Ferrari Today (1988-Present)
Enzo Ferrari passed in 1988, but his legacy lives on.
Ferrari remains dominant in F1 and luxury automotive.
The Prancing Horse symbolises speed, luxury, and innovation.
‘Enzo Ferrari didn’t just create cars—he created rolling, screaming, temperamental gods of speed.’
