Cooper introduced the T53 in 1960. It had coil springs instead of the leaf springs of the T51. The bodywork was improved which gave the car better aerodynamics. The T53 was a solid performer, providing Brabham with five consecutive wins by mid-season.
The mid-engined layout revolutionized F1, with most marque's adapting the style for the 1960 and 1961 season. Ferrari was one of the last to change.
