1960 's

INNOVATION, COURAGE AND THE REINVENTION OF FORMULA 1

Racing an F1 car in the 1960s asked a great deal, as rear-engined machines transformed handling almost overnight. Weight now sat behind the cockpit, sharpening turn-in but inviting sudden oversteer, so drivers needed delicate throttle control and quick reflexes to stay ahead of the car rather than behind it.

Many, such as Jim Clark and Jack Brabham, brought an almost engineering sensibility, sensing subtle changes in balance and grip that lesser drivers missed. Brakes were only gradually adopting discs, so braking points relied on judgement rather than outright stopping power.

Safety remained minimal, circuits still bordered by trees and banks rather than run-off areas. Courage under real physical risk was simply part of the job — a quiet, understated heroism that still resonates today.

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60s stats - Grands Prix, Podium Positions, Drivers Featured

Different Drivers

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Different Drivers scored at least one 1st place
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Different Drivers scored at least one 2nd place
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Different Drivers scored at least one 3rd place
1960s F1 cockpit

DRIVERS OF THE DECADE

Titles: Juan Manuel Fangio - 5

Wins: Juan Manuel Fangio - 24

Podiums: Juan Manuel Fangio - 35

Poles: Juan Manuel Fangio - 29

Fastest laps: Juan Manuel Fangio - 23

Starts: Stirling Moss

Classic 1960s F1 race

CONSTRUCTORS OF THE DECADE

Titles: Lotus - 5

Wins: Lotus - 47

Podiums: Lotus - 52

Poles: Lotus - 47

Fastest laps: Lotus - 28

Starts: Lotus - 138

Different Constructors

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Different Constructors scored at least one 1st place
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Different Constructors scored at least one 2nd place
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Different Constructors scored at least one 3rd place
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