Indy 500 in the 1953 season. Full information
37th season of the Indy 500 proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 30th May to 30th May in 1953, this season showcased thrilling races, unexpected twists, and fierce competition. Join us as we relive the excitement and drama that unfolded throughout this unforgettable season of Indy 500!
Beginners of the season: Johnny Thomson , Ernie Mccoy
List of races and tracks in the 1953 season
| Race | Winner | Track | Race Start | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
1953 Indianapolis 500 |
Bill Vukovich
Kurtis Kraft 500A, #14 |
Indianapolis | 30th May 1953 |
Drivers championship 1953
List of all drivers for the 1953 season
| Name | Points |
|---|---|
| Bill Vukovich | 1000 |
| Art Cross | 800 |
| Sam Hanks | 532 |
| Jack Mcgrath | 500 |
| Jimmy Daywalt | 400 |
| Fred Agabashian | 315 |
| Paul Russo | 285 |
| Ernie Mccoy | 250 |
| Jim Rathmann | 169 |
| Duane Carter | 168 |
| Jimmy Davies | 150 |
| Eddie Johnson | 130 |
| Tony Bettenhausen | 116 |
| Duke Nalon | 100 |
| Chuck Stevenson | 45 |
| Gene Hartley | 39 |
| Bob Scott | 32 |
| Carl Scarborough | 17 |
| Jackie Holmes | 0 |
| Don Freeland | 0 |
| Johnnie Parsons | 0 |
| Jerry Hoyt | 0 |
| Pat Flaherty | 0 |
| Mike Nazaruk | 0 |
| Bob Sweikert | 0 |
| Johnny Thomson | 0 |
| Manuel Ayulo | 0 |
| Spider Webb | 0 |
| Marshall Teague | 0 |
| Johnny Mantz | 0 |
| Walt Faulkner | 0 |
| Andy Linden | 0 |
| Duke Dinsmore | 0 |
| Rodger Ward | 0 |
| Bill Holland | 0 |
| Jimmy Bryan | 0 |
| Cal Niday | 0 |
List of all cars in the 1953 season
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 c 3.0
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Voelker ???
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser
Cadillac V8 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Wayne L6 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Novi SC
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Novi L8 c 3.0
Chrysler V8 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser L4 4.5
Offenhauser
Maserati L8 c 3.0
Offenhauser L4 4.5