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Sauber C35

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Sauber C35
The Sauber C35, driven by Marcus Ericsson, during the Malaysian Grand Prix
CategoryFormula One
ConstructorSauber
Designer(s)Mark Smith (Technical Director)
Eric Gandelin (Chief Designer)
Elliot Dason-Barber (Head of Vehicle Performance)
Seamus Mullarkey (Head of Aerodynamic Research)
Mariano Alperin [ja] (Head of Aerodynamic Development)
PredecessorSauber C34
SuccessorSauber C36
Technical specifications
ChassisCarbon-fibre composite survival cell
EngineFerrari 061 1.6 L (98 cu in) direct injection V6 turbocharged engine, limited to 15,000 rpm in a mid-mounted, rear-wheel drive layout
Electric motorKinetic and thermal energy recovery systems
TransmissionSequential shift gearbox with eight forward and one reverse gears
BatteryLithium-ion batteries
BrakesCarbon discs with steel calipers
TyresPirelli P Zero (dry) tyres
Pirelli Cinturato (wet) tyres
Competition history
Notable entrantsSauber F1 Team
Notable drivers9. Sweden Marcus Ericsson
12. Brazil Felipe Nasr
Debut2016 Australian Grand Prix
Last event2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
RacesWinsPodiumsPolesF/Laps
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The Sauber C35 is a Formula One racing car designed by Sauber to compete in the 2016 Formula One season. The car was driven by Marcus Ericsson and Felipe Nasr,[1] and used the Ferrari 061 power unit.

The chassis was designed by Mark Smith, Eric Gandelin, Elliot Dason-Barber and Seamus Mullarkey with the car being powered with a customer Ferrari powertrain.

Competitiveness

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Felipe Nasr driving the C35 at the Austrian Grand Prix

During the first half of the season, the car proved to be less competitive compared to its predecessor due to less development over winter, caused by financial problems of the team.

The team scored its only points of the season during the dramatic Brazilian Grand Prix in very wet conditions. The team also overtook their nearest rivals, Manor, in the constructors' championship when Felipe Nasr crossed the line in 9th, which was enough to give them 10th place in the constructors' championship.

Livery

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The livery remained unchanged with a few additional sponsors including CNBC. This was the second and final year for Banco do Brasil sponsorship, prior to Nasr leaving the team.

Complete Formula One results

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(key) (results in bold indicate pole position; results in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Entrant Engine Tyres Drivers Grands Prix Points WCC
AUS BHR CHN RUS ESP MON CAN EUR AUT GBR HUN GER BEL ITA SIN MAL JPN USA MEX BRA ABU
2016 Sauber F1 Team Ferrari 061 P
Sweden Marcus Ericsson Ret 12 16 14 12 Ret 15 17 15 Ret 20 18 Ret 16 17 12 15 14 11 Ret 15 2 10th
Brazil Felipe Nasr 15 14 20 16 14 Ret 18 12 13 15 17 Ret 17 Ret 13 Ret 19 15 15 9 16

References

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  1. ^ "2016 Final F1 Entry List". fia.com. FIA. Archived from the original on 19 February 2016. Retrieved 19 February 2016.
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