Stewart SF01 F1 OW 1997

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The Stewart SF01 F1 OW 1997 is a Formula One car produced by the now-defunct Stewart Grand Prix team and is powered by a Ford-Cosworth V10 engine. It was designed by Adrian Newey and Malcolm Oastler and made its racing debut in the 1997 Australian Grand Prix. The SF01 is one of the most successful designs of its era, as it achieved impressive results in spite of the team's lack of financial and technical resources. The SF01 has an aerodynamic design, featuring a long, narrow nosecone, prominent sidepods and a sleek rear wing assembly. It has a lightweight carbon fiber and aluminium monocoque, as well as large air intake ducts to improve engine cooling. The suspension and braking system consists of double wishbones and rocker arms, as well as standard carbon brakes and adjustable anti-roll bars on all four corners. In the 1997 season, the SF01 proved to be a reliable and competitive proposition. Its first successful race was in the 1997 San Marino Grand Prix, in which Johnny Herbert drove the SF01 around the Imola circuit for the first time and earned the team its first world championship point. The car also performed well in other races throughout the season, as it was one of the few cars on the grid to be equipped with a traction control system. Overall, the Stewart SF01 F1 OW 1997 is an iconic race car that remains in the hearts of many F1 fans even after the team's demise. It has a beautiful and aerodynamic design, and its performance in the 1997 season proves how efficient and reliable it was. Its legacy remains and it is considered to be one of the most successful Formula One cars ever made.