Dino Ferrari, son of Ferrari founder Enzo, conceived of a 65-degree V-6 engine prior to his untimely death in June of 1956. The engine was co-engineered by Alfa Romeo designer Vittorio Jano, then working as a consultant for Ferrari. The Dino V-6 engine was badged with a hand scripted autograph based on the Dino Ferrari's signature.
In early 1966, Ferrari introduced a new spots-racing car formulated for the FIA's 2-liter Group 4 class. They were dubbed the Dino 206S and were powered by the development of the Dino V-6 engine. Ferrari had hopes of winning over the successful privateer teams, many of whom were winning with Porsches.
The engine was introduced as a Formula 2 powerplant, an enlarged version was subsequently used in the Formula 1 cars. One example driven by works driver Mike Hawthorn was rewarded with a Driver's World Championship in 1958
The V-6 continued to be development and enlarged throughout its lifespan, and used in various experimental sports prototypes, including the 246 SP, the 206 SP, the 196 SP and the 166 P.
The Dino 206 S was introduced for the 1966 racing season. It wore similar coachwork to the 330P. The car was clothed by Piero Drogo's Carrozzeria Sports Cars in Modena. The design was aerodynamic and featured a combination of stressed alloy panels and fiberglass over a welded tubular semi-monocoque.
At the close of the 1966 race season, the 206 S had proven to be a fierce competitor, earning a 2nd place finish at the Targa Florio, 2nd and 3rd at the Nurburgring and a 6th place finish at Spa.
The 206 S had originally been slated for a homologation of 50 examples, but labour problems prematurely interrupted production after only 18 examples had been assembled.
source: http://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z8788/Ferrari-206-S.aspx
by Daniel Vaughan
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