Williams FW22
The first BMW-powered Williams, and the car in which Jenson Button spent his rookie Formula One season.
- Power
- 810 bhp
About the Williams FW22
The FW22 was an evolution of the FW21 and began Williams' engine partnership with BMW, which lasted until the end of 2005; it was the first Formula One car with a BMW engine since the Megatron-badged Arrows A10B of 1988. Ralf Schumacher scored eight points finishes, including three third places, and was fifth in the drivers' standings with 24 points. Rookie Jenson Button added 12 points, and at the Brazilian Grand Prix became the youngest driver at that time to score a World Championship point, aged 20 years and two months. Their combined 36 points placed Williams third in the constructors' championship behind Ferrari and McLaren.
Williams FW22 specs
The Williams FW22 produces 810 bhp (604 kW).
| Make | Williams |
|---|---|
| Model | FW22 |
| Years | 2000 |
| Type | Race car |
| Body style | Open-wheel single-seater |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 3.0L naturally aspirated V10 (BMW E41/4) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,998 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 810 bhp (604 kW) at 17,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 7-speed longitudinal semi-automatic sequential |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 600 kg (1,323 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 1350 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Williams FW22 rarity in CarSpot
The Williams FW22 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Williams FW22 fun facts
- Williams' new livery for 2000 was inspired by the BMW-powered Brabhams of the 1980s.
- With no tobacco sponsor, Williams carried Veltins beer branding, which became 'Veltins Alkoholfrei' in France.