The Mercedes-Benz W194 racers of Rudolf Caracciola, Hermann Lang, and Karl Kling were faster on the long straights but the 230 PS (169 kW; 227 hp) Ferrari made up sufficient ground in the hills and curves to win the race.
Os pilotos do Mercedes-Benz 300SL Rudolf Caracciola, Hermann Lang e Karl Kling eran máis rápidos nas longas rectas pero os 230 PS (169 kW; 227 hp) do Ferrari gañaban terreo nos outeiros e nas curvas para alcanzar a vitoria.