Showing posts with label Ferrari. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ferrari. Show all posts

Monday, August 8, 2011

Ferrari 612 GTO

There does not seem that unlikely or impossible in this world. Including technology and other modern car design. The designers competing to provide unique and distinctive touch to the cars they design. They provide beauty and aerodynamics converge within a framework of a typical body. Several prominent designers who are designing the Adam Denning Navarra Concept for Lamborghini. Also there Selipanov Sasha who designed the Ferrari 612 GTO. Sasha himself famous as a character designer car "angry".
Ferrari 612 GTO is a Ferrari a purely conceptual study of the upper level, perhaps the next generation of 612 Scaglietti.Keunikan Selipanov design of the proposal is to borrow pieces from other supercars like the Aston Martin One-77 and 458 Italian and Classical Maranello 250 GTO, and mixed with unique styles.
The overall results of Selipanov concept is very positive, because of the high quality rendering in the eyes of the car. Since this is still in study design, so no details can be disclosed in detail here. To be sure, we can not deny that the figure 612 GTO Sasha's work is very interesting. He also designed the various forms of other interesting designs that you can see in angrycardesigner.com. Most of the design is the Ferrari.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am

Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am is a sports car built by Ferrari with a slight modification in the appearance and also the engine. Various updates carried out by Ferrari in order to make the Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am into a car that is sporty and also looks more aggressive. After making its track debut at home in Fiorano, the Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am will be back in action on 26 and 27 July, 2011 for a private test session at Florida's Daytona International Speedway. Taking turns at the wheel will be the tried and tested duo of Jaime Melo and Toni Vilander who can pride themselves of having an extensive list of wins to their name in Ferraris. They will continue development work on the Ferrari 458 Italia Grand Am in preparation for its participation in the 2012 American championship.


The Ferrari 458 Grand Am is built to match the American regulations and is therefore different to the European car, especially in that it develops 500 horsepower and has less efficient aerodynamics than the GT version. It is also fitted with a 48 mm restrictor and maximum revs are 8000. Significant modifications have been made to the braking system, as the car has neither ABS nor traction control. Other differences to the GT3 include the roll-over bar which gives greater lateral protection to increase safety in a series in which collisions are rather more frequent.
The car is fitted with tyres from Continental, the sole supplier to the series, featuring a very hard compound, again to conform with the series regulations. On its shakedown today, it completed a good number of trouble-free laps, 45 to be precise in the hands of Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo, as they took turns at the wheel.

Daytona recalls many memories of past Ferrari victories in the famous 24 Hour race, the company having close links with this important event. In fact, Ferrari has taken part in 47 of these endurance races, winning five of them outright as well as taking 15 class wins.

Standing out in that list was an amazing clean sweep of the podium in 1967 for the two Ferrari 330 P4 and a 412 N.A.R.T., while back in 1962, Phil Hill and Ricardo Rodriguez won in a Dino 246 SP. That year, no less than four Ferraris finished in the top ten while in 1972, Mario Andretti and Jacky Ickx won in a 312 PB.Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am is a highly innovative cars and sporty, therefore, has a lot of people who can not wait to see the appearance of the Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am anymore. With a design that has been designed with advanced concepts, will make the Ferrari 458 Italian Grand Am became more interesting and cool.

Monday, June 13, 2011

Ferrari F40

Ferrari F40 was Ferrari's most expensive, sophisticated, and the fastest from 1987-1992.F40 is the successor of Ferrari 288 cars GTO.F40 is the last before the death of Enzo Ferrari Ferrari.F40 replaced by F50. This car is powered by 2.9 L twin-turbo V8 is located behind its middle. It weighs only 1.100kg, making it one of the lightest super car. Some components use strong, lightweight materials like carbon fiber and aluminum.
Ferrari F40 can run from 0-100 km / h in only 3.8 seconds. Maximum speed is 320 km / h.
Ferrari F40 is only produced as much as 1315 units. Total production is following the tradition in which Ferrari's most expensive product sold in very small amounts, so be very exclusive.
F40 compete with rivals in the 80s super car, the Porsche 959 and Lamborghini Countach.

Monday, May 2, 2011

Ferrari F70

In the past Ferrari made ​​a car that is projected as a tribute to its founder, Enzo Ferrari. Now this super fast car manufacturer will make the successor of the Ferrari Enzo. The car is claimed to have advantages and speed of its predecessor.
As you May already know, the exotic Italian automaker Ferrari is Busy Preparing a successor for Their last anniversary Celebrating hello super car, the Enzo. It only makes sense That the future car will from be Called the F70 in honor of a 70th anniversary and is Promised to be unveiled Sometime in 2012. The upcoming F70 Would Compete head to head with other high end limited edition super cars like the Lamborghini Reventón and Bugatti Veyron. There will of only 399 F70s be produced and prices will from range in the $ 1 Million regions.


Ferrari F70

Ferrari F70

Ferrari F70
With high efficiency on Their List of Priorities, Ferrari wants to keep the future F70's weight to a minimum (1000 kilograms), just like the Millechilli. Now this would be a substantial undertaking for any ordinary automaker, but the Ferrari is ready to apply every weight saving technique in Their arsenal. While the Enzo was powered by a high-revving V12 That made ​​650 HP, the F70 will from use a new direct-injection twin-turbo V8, Quite similar to the legendary F40, with output in the area of 660 HP. This Should Be Enough for the future super car to sprint from 0 to 60 MPH in under three seconds and the F70's top speed will of go up to 230 MPH.
Ferrari F70 Interior

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Ferrari FF

In February last, Ferrari launched a new variant of fast car that is named Ferrari FF, in Maranello. Ferrari Party says that is claimed to be the most exclusive cars in terms of design, technology and machinery.
This car carrying the 6300 cc V12 engine that powered 651 horsepower at 8000 rpm and torque of 683 Newton meters at 6,000 rpm. Armed with that power, Ferrari FF capable sped up to 325 kilometers per hour (kpj) and acceleration from rest to a speed of 100 kpj within 3.7 seconds. This car also became the first Ferrari car that four-wheel (4WD), and devices equipped with dual clutch transmissions of F1 cars.
This car is much referred to as a substitute for the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, but the newer car is superior than the Scaglietti. Problem fuel consumption for example, Ferrari FF more efficient. Even compared to Ferrari California Hele (High Emotion Low Emission), this car is more economical 23 percent.


Ferrari's claim that thanks to a series of sophisticated features, levels of FF consumption reached 15.4 liters for 100 kilometers. The level of CO2 emissions that is down to 350 kilograms per kilometer. This amount is quite low compared to the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti which amounted to 470 grams per kilometer.
Another advantage is the capacity of a wide cabin and the latest generation of entertainment devices with touch screen 5 inches. So also with the capacity reaching 450 liters luggage can even be enlarged to 800 liters when the rear seats folded.
Engine
Type: 65 ° V12
Total displacement: 6262 cc
Bore / stroke: 94 mm x 75.2 mm
Maximum power: 660 CV at 8000 rpm
Maximum torque: 683 Nm at 6000 rpm
Specific power: 77 kW / liter - 105 CV / liter
Maximum revs: 8000 rpm
Compression ratio: 12,3:1
Dimensions and Weight
Length: 4907 mm
Width: 1953 mm
Height: 1379 mm
Wheelbase: 2990 mm
Front track: 1676 mm
Rear track: 1660 mm
* Dry weight: 1790 kg
* Kerb weight: 1880 Kg
Weight distribution: 47% fr, 53% r
Boot volume: 450 liters
Fuel tank capacity: 91 liters
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Saturday, March 19, 2011

Ferrari Challenge Stradale

Ferrari Challenge Stradale
Since Ferrari an exhibition at the Geneva Motor Show in 2003, Ferrari and then hold improvements and repairs to launch the latest version of the car. This car is expected to be the successor to the success of Ferrari 360 Modena. With various modifications made to the Ferrari Challenge Stradale finally created.
The Challenge Stradale lines up alongside the 360 Modena and 360 Spider with the precise AIM of the performances drivers Providing That only a true racing car for road use Provide cans.

The experiences coming from the Ferrari Challenge International Championships and the FIA GT races, have allowed Ferrari to develop solutions Technicians make the Challenge Stradale That really unique.
This strong links to racing is Underlined not only by a significant weight reduction, but Also set up by its engine, aerodynamics, braking system and the F1 style gearbox.

Ferrari Challenge Stradale Interior
Spesification
Engine
Type: rear, longitudinal 90° V8
Bore/stroke: 85 x 79 mm
Unitary displacement: 448.29 cc
Total displacement: 3586.20 cc
Compression ratio: 11.2 : 1
Maximum power: 313 kW (425 hp) at 8500 giri/min
Power per litre: 119 hp/l
Maximum torque: 373 Nm (38 kgm) at 4750 rpm
Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, five valves per cylinder
Fuel feed: Bosch Motronic ME7.3 electronic injection
Ignition: Bosch Motronic ME7.3 static electronic, single spark plug per cylinder
Lubrication: dry sump
Clutch: single-plate
Chassis
Frame: aluminium spaceframe
Front suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Brakes: carbon-ceramic discs
Transmission: electro-hydraulic F1 6-speed + reverse
Steering: rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank: capacity 95 litres
Front tyres: 225/35 ZR 19
Rear tyres: 285/35 ZR 19
Bodywork
Type: two-seater berlinetta
Length: 4477 mm
Width: 1922 mm
Height: 1199 mm
Wheelbase: 2600 mm
Front track: 1669 mm
Rear track: 1617 mm
Weight: 1180 kg (dry)
Performance
Top speed: 300 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.1 sec
0-400 m: 12.1 sec
0-1000 m: 22.0 sec

Ferrari 360 GT

Ferrari 360 GT
Ferrari 360 GT is one of Ferrari production car designed specifically for race cars. With a futuristic body, and the machines that are quality, 360 GT won several victories and at the same awards in racing. One of them is now winning the race in the event JMB race in Estoril. This is proof that the Ferrari 360 GT is one of the cars with speed and power are balanced in every race.
The 2002 Ferrari 360 GT is very much like the cars that JMB raced in 2001. Again, Michelotto is responsible for the body developments which hold Pininfarina's original lines. Bodywork revisions include a NACA duct on front lid for interior cooling, wider front and rear fenders, a larger, more developed rear wing and a new front valance which can support the optional driving lights.
 Since the introduction of the 360 Modena, Ferrari has received numerous requests for factory-prepared cars for other international championships. With the help of factory backing, the JMB Competition team 360 fought off the Porsche competition to take the 2001 FIA N-GT World Championship team and drivers' titles.
 On the strength of this showing, Ferrari has decided to produce a specific model - the 360 GT - derived from the Challenge car for privateers in the FIA N-GT and A.C.O. (Automobile Club de l'Ouest) championships in 2002. Production will be strictly limited to around 30 cars over the next three years and the ex-factory price (ie. excluding tax and delivery) is 382,000 Euros for the FIA version, and 402,000 Euros for the ACO version. The two versions differ exclusively for the aerodynamic packages and, in the case of the FIA car, the adoption of the F1-style shift.
As for mechanics, Ferrari has considered every component. The engine features, high-lift camshafts, lighter pistons, reshaped combustion chambers and re-mapped mototronics. Even with two 30.8mm air restrictors, the engine produces 430HP. This is a remarkable figure given that air restrictors stop about half of the air reaching throttle bodies.
The suspension remains similar to the production 360, having harder springs, shocks and an adjustable anti-roll bar.
Like every racecar the 360 GT is stripped of its interior luxuries with all non-essential components removed. The gauges are replaced with a digital display and a full roll cage is installed. In total, Ferrari engineers shed 600lbs off the production 360, which makes it 400 lbs lighter than the Challenge car.
Ferrari 360 GT Interior
Spesification
Engine
Type: rear, longitudinal 90° V8
Bore/stroke: 85 x 79 mm
Unitary displacement: 448.29 cc
Total displacement: 3586.20 cc
Compression ratio: 11:1
Maximum power: 316 kW (430 hp) at 8500 rpm
Power per litre: 120 hp/l
Maximum torque: 377 Nm (38.5 kgm) at 5000 rpm
Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, five valves per cylinder
Fuel feed: Bosch electronic injection
Ignition: Bosch electronic, single spark plug per cylinder
Lubrication: dry sump
Clutch: single-plate
Chassis
Frame: aluminium spaceframe
Front suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Brakes: discs
Transmission: electro-hydraulic F1 6-speed + reverse
Steering: rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank: capacity 100 litres
Front tyres: 265/645 x 18
Rear tyres: 305/680 x 18
Bodywork
Type: two-seater berlinetta
Length: 4557 mm
Width: 1985 mm
Height: 1185 mm
Wheelbase: 2600 mm
Front track: 1728 mm
Rear track: 1643 mm
Weight: 1100 kg (dry)

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Ferrari Enzo

Ferrari Enzo


For this time the Ferrari produced a car with the same series with the founder of Ferrari's own, Enzo Ferrari. This car is dedicated specifically for the Enzo which has brought the concept of a super car fast, sophisticated, and futuristic. This car is also produced very limited, namely only 399 units worldwide.


The Enzo Ferrarri Enzo features a V12 engine with four valves per cylinder. The engine displacement is about 4700 cc and it delivers an output power of 660 bhp and 485 lb-ft torque. The Ferrari Enzo reaches the speed of 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and the top speed is about 217 mph. The Ferrari Enzo features 6-speed Semi-Automatic transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily and smoothly even at higher loads.
The wheels are wrapped with Bridgestone tires and it features carbon ceramic discs with six piston calipers. The car also features Anti Braking System and power steering.
The exteriors feature the stylish body structure, headlights and tail lights. The interiors are mostly designed of carbon fiber and it features the air conditioning system, navigation system and the optional launch control.
Ferrari Enzo Interior

Spesification
Engine
Type: rear, longitudinal 65° V12
Bore/stroke: 92 x 75.2 mm
Unitary displacement: 499.90 cc
Total displacement: 5998.80 cc
Compression ratio: 11.2 : 1
Maximum power: 485 kW (660 hp) at 7800 rpm
Power per litre: 110 hp/l
Maximum torque: 657 Nm (67 kgm) at 5500 rpm
Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder
Fuel feed: Bosch Motronic ME7 injection
Ignition: Bosch Motronic ME7 electronic static, single spark plug per cylinder
Lubrication: dry sump
Clutch: twin-plate
Chassis
Frame: carbon-fibre and Nomex honeycomb monococque
Front suspension: independent push-rod, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers with electronic adaptive damping
Rear suspension: independent push-rod, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers with electronic adaptive damping
Brakes: carbon-ceramic discs
Transmission: electro-hydraulic F1 6-speed + reverse
Steering: rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank: capacity 110 litres
Front tyres: 245/35 ZR 19
Rear tyres: 345/35 ZR 19
Bodywork
Type: two-seater berlinetta
Length: 4702 mm
Width: 2035 mm
Height: 1147 mm
Wheelbase: 2650 mm
Front track: 1660 mm
Rear track: 1650 mm
Weight: 1255 kg (dry)
Performance
Top speed: over 350 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 3.65 sec
0-400 m: 11.00 sec
0-1000 m: 19.60 sec

Ferrari 575M Maranello

Ferrari 575M Maranello
Ferrari 575M Maranello series is succesor from the previous series, namely radical 550 Maranello. The development of technology that is increasingly growing in the manufacturer Ferrari 575M Maranello is making a choice that can not be silenced just like that. This is a technological sophistication that happen on a car. This car seemed to represent the era of fast-paced and straightforward. This can be seen from the body construction, exterior and interior materials are comfortable yet lightweight. Problem machine, the Ferrari was champion in the making machine is super fast.
The 575M Maranello’s 12-cylinder engine retained its predecessor’s 65 degree vee angle, twin overhead cams, four valves per cylinder, light alloy engine block, heads and oil tank, and dry sump lubrication with two scavenge and one sender pump, double filter, separate tank and individual radiators. The engineers’ goal with the 575M Maranello’s V12 was simply to increase both power curve and torque. The result is that it had a new maximum power output of 515 hp (379 kW) at 7250 rpm and maximum torque of 60 kgm at 5250 rpm (588.6 Nm). Mid-range torque also increased by 1.5 kgm between 1000 and 4000 rpm compared to the 550 Maranello’s engine. These improvements were achieved by a plethora of modifications to the 12-cylinder, most notably: increased capacity, higher compression ratio, new intake fluid-dynamics, and overall improvement of engine efficiency and management.
The 575M Maranello also boasted optimal weight distribution, with a 50-50 split between the axles with the driver onboard. This came courtesy of its transaxle design which saw the rear-mounted gearbox in unit with the limited-slip differential. The 575M Maranello’s transmission sported the electro-hydraulic F1 control unit mounted at the rear of the car. This minimised response time and guaranteed optimal operating temperatures. The F1 gearchange on the 575M Maranello was optimised to be used via the manual levers mounted on the back of the steering wheel, as direct driver (rather than automatic) control guaranteed the most responsive driving in press-on situations. The driver had two main manaual gear-shifting strategies available to him via the console-mounted controls: Sport which offered faster sportier shifting and one aimed at a more laidback driving style, both of which affected damper control too. The F1-style gearbox used on the 575M Maranello cut gear-shifting times and offered damper control during gear changes. Ferrari designed the electro-hydraulic gearbox to be mainly manually actuated using the steering wheel-mounted paddles but two complimentary modes were also made available: Automatic and Low Grip.

Ferrari 575M Maranello Interior
Spesification
EngineType: front, longitudinal 65° V12
Bore/stroke: 89 x 77 mm
Unitary displacement: 479.03 cc
Total displacement: 5748.36 cc
Compression ratio: 11 : 1
Maximum power: 379 kW (515 hp) at 7250 rpm
Power per litre: 90 hp/l
Maximum torque: 588 Nm (60 kgm) at 5250 rpm
Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder
Fuel feed: Bosch Motronic injection
Ignition: Bosch Motronic electronic static, single spark plug per cylinder
Lubrication: dry sump
Clutch: single-plate
Chassis
Frame: tubular steel
Front suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers with electronic adaptive damping, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers with electronic adaptive damping, anti-roll bar
Brakes: discs
Transmission: manual or electro-hydraulic F1 6-speed + reverse
Steering: rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank: capacity 105 litres
Front tyres: 255/40 ZR 18
Rear tyres: 295/35 ZR 18
Bodywork
Type: two-seater berlinetta
Length: 4550 mm
Width: 1935 mm
Height: 1277 mm
Wheelbase: 2500 mm
Front track: 1632 mm
Rear track: 1586 mm
Weight: 1730 kg (kerb)
Performance
Top speed: 325 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.25 sec 4.20 sec F1 gearbox
0-400 m: 12.30 sec 12.25 sec F1 gearbox
0-1000 m: 22.00 sec 21.90 sec F1 gearbox

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M

Scuderia Spider 16M
Ferrari really makes his fans amazed. As a manufacturer of fast and luxury cars, Ferrari ceaselessly innovating. Scuderia Spider 16M Series This is one proof. By the creator of this car is believed to be the fastest convertible type car today. Cars with engine 4.3-liter V-8 produces the power to 503 horsepower (horsepower) and can accelerate from 0 - 100km just 3.7 seconds with a time only. As for maximum speed mencapia 195 mph (about 360 km per hour). And this car is only produced as much as 499 units.
Untu more details, let us look at the engine specs are so great.

Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M

Specification
Dimensions and Weight

Overall lenght (in): 177.6
Overall width (in): 75.7
Height (in): 47.9
Wheelbase (in): 102.4
Front track (in): 65.7
Rear track (in): 63.6
Dry wheight* (lb): 2,954
Kerb weight* (lb): 3,175
Weight distribution: 43% F - 57% R
Fuel tank capacity (gal): 25.1 US/gal (20.9 UK/gal)
Boot (trunk) capacity (cu ft): 8.83
CCM Brakes
Front (in): 15.6 x 1.4 - 6 pistons
Rear (in): 13.7 x 1.3 - 4 pistons
Electronics
CST with F1-Trac: Control for stability and traction
Engine
Type: 90° V8
Bore and stroke (in): 3,26 x 3,19
Unit displacement (cu in): 32.84
Total displacement (cu in): 263
Compression ratio: 11,9:1
Maximum power: 375,4 kW (510 CV) at 8.500 rpm
Maximum torque: 470 Nm (346,7 lbft) at 5.250 rpm
Scuderia Spider 16M Interior
Tyres
Front: 235/35 ZR19"
Rear: 285/35 ZR19"
Performance
Maximum speed (mph): 196
0-62 mph (s): 3.7
0-1.000 m (s): 21.1
Weight/Power ratio (lb/CV): 5,8
Gearbox
Gearbox: F1 Superfast - 6 gears + Reverse
Suspensions
Front: double wishbone
Rear: double wishbone
Fuel Consumption
Combined* (ECE+EUDC) (l/100 km): 15.7
CO2 Emissions
Combined* (ECE+EUDC) (g/km): 360

Ferrari 360 Challenge

Ferrari 360 Challenge
In 2000 Ferrari launched the car with the series 360. After the previous series with 360 Spider, 360 Challenge now. You could say this is the GT series are reliable and super fast. There are some differences with the previous series on the car body, and also the engine. We can distinguish in the specification below.
Ferrari's GT cars have always been highly competitive in the hands of privateers, and their racing achievements have played a fundamental role in the company's motor sport history.
That's why the Ferrari Challenge one-make racing series was created - it was Ferrari's way of getting owners of its road-going GT cars back on the track. The idea for a specific competition for the 8-cylinder cars first became reality back in 1993 with the 348 Berlinetta.
In 1995 it was the turn of the F355, thanks to a special kit developed in-house by Ferrari. The 2000 season saw the debut of the 400-bhp, V8-engined 360 Modena Challenge alongside the F355. The 360 Modena maintains the same output (400 bhp @ 8,500 rpm) as the standard road car, but incorporates a number of modifications designed to radically improve its performance in track use.

Ferrari 360 Challenge Interior

Spesification
Engine

Type: rear, longitudinal 90° V8
Bore/stroke: 85 x 79 mm
Unitary displacement: 448.29 cc
Total displacement: 3586.20 cc
Compression ratio: 11:1
Maximum power: 294 kW (400 hp) at 8500 rpm
Power per litre: 112 hp/l
Maximum torque: 373 Nm (38 kgm) at 4750 rpm
Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, five valves per cylinder
Fuel feed: Bosch Motronic ME7.3 electronic injection
Ignition: Bosch Motronic ME7.3 static electronic, single spark plug per cylinder
Lubrication: dry sump
Clutch: single-plate
Chassis
Frame: aluminium spaceframe
Front suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Brakes: discs
Transmission: electro-hydraulic F1 6-speed + reverse
Steering: rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank: capacity 100 litres
Front tyres: P Zero 235-645-18
Rear tyres: P Zero 295-645-18
Bodywork
Type: two-seater berlinetta
Length: 4477 mm
Width: 1992 mm
Height: 1184 mm
Wheelbase: 2600 mm
Front track: 1669 mm
Rear track: 1617 mm
Weight: 1170 kg (with liquids)
Performance
Top speed: over 295 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4 sec
0-400 m: 12 sec
0-1000 m: 22 sec

Friday, March 11, 2011

Ferrari 550 Barchetta

Ferrari 550 Barchetta

The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was specifically designed to be reminiscent of legendary Ferrari road race stars of the likes of the 166 MM, the 250 GT California and the 365 GTS4 Daytona. The aim, in fact, was to create an open-top front-engined 12-cylinder with a retro feel to it. The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was designed and developed to be a unique interpretation of Ferrari’s purest and most extreme sports cars. In fact, it was a deliberate and provocative departure from the rest of the current range. As such, it was made available only as a limited edition of just 448, all of which were built in Maranello in 2001. Each car was numbered and its number displayed on a special in-car plaque signed by Sergio Pininfarina.
The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was the perfect new millennium interpretation of the classic, open-top front-engined V12 Ferrari sports car, complete with modern styling and technology. One of its signature styling cues was a traditional barchetta-style cut to the windscreen (around 100 mm lower than the 550 Maranello) with a body-coloured finish to the lower section of the surround. It was also, tellingly, a model aimed exclusively at open-air use, providing just a manual soft-top for emergency use. The functional and unadorned barchetta-type solution with a simple manual soft-top allowed Ferrari's engineers to offset the additional weight gained by reinforcing the chassis and additional safety features (rear roll-bars). Consequently the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina weighed the same as the 550 Maranello. The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina's exclusive design included other distinctive flourishes, such as Ferrari badges on the wheelarches, two-piece alloy wheels and an aluminium fuel cap. It was also available in any colour in the Ferrari range.
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Ferrari 360 Spider

The 360 Spider was Ferrari’s 20th road-going convertible. It was also the best spider ever built at Maranello pre-2000 in terms of its technical content, styling and performance. In fact, this was the most technologically advanced spider in the world at the time of its launch thanks to the exclusive transfer of features derived directly from Ferrari’s experiences on the Formula 1 track. Despite its 400-hp V8 engine’s mid-position (five valves per cylinder), the Ferrari technicians still managed to design a hood that folded away automatically inside the engine bay and guaranteed its superb purity of line. This was further underscored by two fairings in the bodywork to the rear of the seats which evoke memories of Ferrari’s classic sports cars and the roll-bars that guaranteed a safe ride for driver and passenger.

Ferrari 360 Spider

The work done on the chassis focused on delivering maximum static and dynamic rigidity. The sills were reinforced too, the front part of the floor pan was stiffened, and the windshield structure redesigned. The rear bulkhead too was stiffened to dampen engine noise. The 360 Spider’s structural prowess and dynamic response set a whole new chassis-bodywork benchmark for drop-top cars, in fact. The 360 Spider’s lucky occupants were enclosed in a very strong protective crash cage completed by two tubular steel roll bars which were an actually part of the drop-top system. Together with the strengthened windscreen frame, these guaranteed significant protection in case of a roll-over. The 360 Spider had the same suspension as the coupé (double wishbone suspension front and rear) with the same antidive and antisquat geometries. Rolling and pitching were reduced to an absolute minimum and the 360 Spider proved extraordinarily precise entering corners.
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Monday, February 28, 2011

Ferrari 612 Sessanta

Ferrari 612 Sessanta

612 Sessanta is produced on the body of the 612 Scaglietti introduced during the Geneva Motor-Show 2007, and thus comes with the full enhancement package used for the latter.
It is available only with F1 gearbox and provides the following features.
Special contents:
Exterior coloursThe sixty cars shall be available alternatively in the following exterior colours:
• Two-colour special style:
o Grigio scuro (Colori Classici ’50-’60) / Nero with grigio scuro side line.
o Rubino Micalizzato / Nero Daytona with Rubino Micalizzato side line.
The following special colour features are added as well:
• Special colour of underbody black in technical black
• Colour treatment of the front headlight and rear bumper details in silver.
Exterior contents
Electro-chromic panoramic roof panel with three transparency positions
• New monolithic and forged 19”/19” wheel rims
• Specific wheel cups
• Radiator grill with specific painted frame
• Chromium-plated rear grids with black chromed special exhaust pipes
• "612 Sessanta" emblem on front fender Read more »

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

The 612 Scaglietti is the result of an avant-garde design that continues the great Ferrari 2+2 tradition in fabulous style. Penned by Pininfarina, the 612 Scaglietti is named in honour of Sergio Scaglietti, the legendary Modenese stylist and coachbuilder responsible for bodying some of the most beautiful Ferraris of the 1950s and 60s.
The 612 Scaglietti epitomises Ferrari's talent for innovation and design. This thrillingly nimble, beautifully balanced sporty front-engined rear-wheel drive berlinetta offers a cabin capable of accommodating four occupants in unprecedented comfort, thanks to a host of accessories and a fantastic specification.
The 612 Scaglietti isn't just another 2+2 but a sumptuous, roomy two-door four-seater that's a pleasure to be aboard regardless of driving conditions.
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Ferrari 599 SA APERTA

Ferrari 599 SA APERTA
Ferrari is delighted to announce the presentation of the SA APERTA at the Paris International Motor Show 2010. This is a special series model of which a strictly limited number of just 80 will be built. All have already been sold. Ferrari chose to build 80 SA APERTAs in celebration of Pininfarina's 80th anniversary. The SA nomenclature also pays homage to both Sergio and Andrea Pininfarina whose company and work have been linked to the most successful road-going cars ever built at Maranello.
The SA APERTA is a true roadster which allows its occupants to enjoy the superlative emotions afforded by our signature front-engined V12 architecture in a completely open-top setting. In fact, it has just a light soft top designed to be resorted to only if the weather gets particularly bad. A low-slung windscreen and the fact that it crouches lower to the ground than our other models lend the SA APERTA an exceptionally aerodynamic sleekness. Its profile arches back from the A-post to two aerodynamic fins beautifully integrating the two roll-bars which themselves cleverly mimic the outline of the seats.
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Saturday, January 15, 2011

Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari 458 Italia

The Ferrari 458 Italia, launched at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show 2009, is an 8-cylinder two-seater berlinetta with a mid-rear mounted engine, and represents a genuine break with the past in terms of Maranello's previous high-performance sports cars.
Designed to fulfil the expectations and ambitions of our most passionate clients, the 458 Italia continues the Ferrari tradition of putting the thrill into driving as a result of track-derived technological innovations.
Maranello's racing experience can be felt not only in terms of pure technological transfer but also on a more emotional level, because of the strong emphasis on creating an almost symbiotic relationship between driver and car.
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Sunday, January 2, 2011

Ferrari 599 GTO

Ferrari 599 GTO

Dimensions and weight
Overall length 185,4 in
Overall width 77.2 in
Height 52,2 in
Wheelbase 108,3 in
Front track 67,0 in
Rear track 63,7 in
Dry weight* 3295,9 lb
Kerb weight* 3538,4 lb
Weight distribution 47% Front - 53% Rear
Fuel tank capacity 27.7 US gal (23.1 UK/gal)
Boot (trunk) capacity 11,3 cu ftRead more »

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB

Ferrari 599 GTB

Styled by Italian car design firm Pininfarina, the 2010 Ferrari Fiorano 599 GTB is a high-performance, exotic two-passenger gran turismo. It’s Ferrari’s most powerful V12 and one of themightiest performers in the exotic sports car class. "The Ferrari sweeps through broader emotional extremes - soft and sweet now, hard and fast when provoked - revealing the wild Italian temptress within," writes Automobile Magazine. "The amazing thing is how the 599GTB is able to embrace every situation with an astute blend of confidence and competence."
The 2010 Ferrari Fiorano 599 GTB’s name is a combination of its engineering and styling heritage. While the 599 stands for its engine’s displacement of 5,999 cc, GTB is short for “Gran Turismo Berlinetta” or “grand touring hardtop” in Italian. According to Cars.com, “The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano borrows its name from the [Fiorano] test track where Ferrari tests both its road cars and Formula 1 racers, and it’s designed to bring F1 to the streets.”
Ferrari set out to create a supercar and that’s exactly what the 2010 Fiorano 599 GTB is. Critics report that this engineering masterpiece is fast, powerful, upscale and altogether satisfying. "Front-engine, grand-touring machines have a fairly specific pecking order, and the 599 is already on top, trumping most of its competitors in power or handling, if not both," writes Car and Driver.
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Thursday, December 23, 2010

Ferrari California

Ferrari California


The 2010 Ferrari California ranks 4 out of 7 Exotic Sports Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 16 published reviews and test drives of the Ferrari California, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The 2010 Ferrari California is an exotic wonder that handles just as marvelously on the track as it does on long-distance pleasure cruises. Competitors may offer more power and sportier capabilities, but few are as practical or luxurious. "The California represents a new chapter for the Italian coachbuilder in an already amazing book filled with super exotic masterpieces," writes Motor Trend. "Da Vinci would be proud."
Introduced in 1957, the Ferrari California nameplate has long served as a symbol of exclusivity and escapism. Nowhere is this more evident than in the 1986 cult-classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off, in which bad-boy Ferris convinces his uptight buddy, Cameron, to steal his father's much-loved 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder for a day out on the town.
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