Horsepower data shows Ferrari’s Monza engine upgrade was nowhere near internal targets

Ferrari's recent engine upgrade at Monza has not met internal performance targets, leaving them significantly behind competitors like Mercedes. Despite expectations of a 15 horsepower gain, they have only achieved a 5 horsepower increase, resulting in a continued power deficit of 20 horsepower compared to Mercedes. This underperformance has raised concerns about Ferrari's competitiveness moving forward into the 2027 season.

The situation is compounded by Lewis Hamilton's struggles during the Monza race, where he finished sixth, and the departure of a key energy recovery specialist from Ferrari. The team had hoped that their aerodynamic efficiency would offset their power issues, but this strategy appears to have backfired, leading to questions about their future performance and development.