2012 Ferrari FF Review

The 81st International Geneva Motor Show hosted the opening of two major innovations prancing horse: The Revolutionary Ferrari FF, a four-wheel drive four-seater with a V12 mid-front, the car is the most versatile and powerful Ferrari ever built and the 458 sports Whole Italia (excitement low emission) system that reduces CO2 emissions to just 275 g / km.

Ferrari FF highly anticipated debut in Geneva, after the great rising expectations and the interest generated by the first client to Maranello broadcast live www.ferrari.com.

The revolutionary Ferrari FF offers a completely new take on Gran Turismo sports theme. It is only the first four-wheel Ferrari, but more importantly, a model that is a major break with the past, the effort that combines extreme performance sports car with the versatility and ease of use of a GT is designed authentic and very innovative.

Each area of ​​the FF Ferrari is rich in innovations, not least its engine, the first V12 GDI is coupled seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox F1. V12 unleashed a massive 660 hp at 8000 rpm and maximum torque of 683 Nm at 6000 rpm to 500 Nm is already available at 1000 rpm. This provides performance data for the latest sports car, with 0-100 km / h sprint, covered in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 335 km / h. Efficiency is also significantly increased the fuel consumption is now just 15.4 litres/100 km and CO2 emissions of 360 g / km, 25 per cent decrease compared to the previous V12, thanks to the Hele (High Emotions -Low Emission) system, which includes Stop & Start technology.

One, Ferrari FF ensures exceptional performance in this field with very low maintenance for the coefficients of Ferrari 4WD own patented wheel drive system. The torque is transmitted to the rear wheels, but the PTU (power transfer units) to ensure that what is necessary to move the front wheels, if necessary, with low grip. Ferrari FF intelligent torque distribution to each wheel individually four, thanks to the fact that all of the vehicle dynamic control (E-Diff and F1-Trac, and PTU) has been integrated into a single processor.

Exceptional sporty driving behind the Ferrari transaxle architecture FF (front-mid engine transmission rear axle) and the placement of 53% by weight of the rear of the car. Careful monitoring has been lightening the engine (new mergers), basketball (aluminum alloys and new production processes), and numerous other components. The interior is optimized by using high-tech materials such as magnesium seats. Third-generation carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes are now lighter and more resistant, and wear almost negligible in normal road use. All these innovations are combined to produce a quite exceptional power to weight 2.7 kg / hp, a new point of reference for such a machine.

Designed by Pininfarina, Ferrari FF simple lines reflect the signature of a balance between sportiness and versatility without compromise. It can accommodate four to bodyhugging seats and a spacious cabin. Its 450 liters of boot can be expanded to 800 liters of the rear seats folded down separately. This means that the FF Ferrari offers more luggage space than any other, except the car in its class, but also many of the four-door sedans, too.

All aboard the FF Ferrari is tailored to the needs and tastes of his driver with a choice of six exclusive colors and the finest Frau aniline leather is specially treated to enhance their natural sweetness. Ferrari FF is exceptional specifications improves in-car entertainment for four passengers. Features include a new rear seat infotainment with two screens to watch TV and DVD and a 1280 watt, 16-channel stereo Dolby Surround.

The three RCTs on the stand of Geneva are joined by a 458 Italy, 599 GTB Fiorano sports HgTe with the package, and the Ferrari California in a sleek finish Blu Tour de France. The Ferrari California is incredible sales success and being a model for the widest range of requests customization Ferrari line-up. The coupe with a V8 engine is actually very popular in the special two-tone and three coats of finish possible with other combinations in the original materials, colors and finishing solutions. The extraordinary success of the Ferrari California is showing its timeless appeal and sophisticated.

Ferrari FF FEATURES

Engine

Type: V12 65 °

Total displacement: 6262 cc

Bore / Stroke: 94 mm x 75.2 mm

Max Power: 660 hp @ 8000 rpm

Maximum torque: 683 Nm @ 6000 rpm

Specific power: 77 kW / liter - 105 hp / liter

Maximum speed: 8000 rpm

Compression ratio: 12,3:1

Size and Weight

Length: 4907 mm

Width: 1953 mm

Height: 1379 mm

Wheelbase: 2,990 mm

Track width: 1676 mm

Rear track: 1660 mm

Empty weight: 1,790 kg

Curb weight: 1880 kg

Weight distribution: 47% front, rear 53%

Luggage capacity: 450 liters

Fuel tank capacity: 91 liters

Wheels and tires

Front: 245/35 ZR 20 8.5 J x 20 "

Rear: 295/35 ZR 20 10.5 J x 20 "

Volver (winter tires): 285/35 ZR20 10.5 J x 20 "

Brakes

Front: 398 mm x 38 mm

Wheel: 360 mm x 32 mm

Transmission and Gear

4WD (four wheel drive) and 7-speed dual-clutch

Electronic controls

4WD control (the complete integration of all controls: F1-Trac, Diff-E PTU), ABS / EBD, ESC

Suspension

SCM3

Performance

Maximum speed: 335 kmh

0-100 km / h: 3.7 seconds

0-200 km / h: 11 sec

100-0 km / h: 35 m

Power / weight: 2.7 kg / hp

Fuel consumption and emissions (ECE + EUDC CCGT)

Power consumption: 15.4 l/100 km

CO2 emissions: 360 g / km

2011 Ferrari 458 Challenge Review

The Ferrari 458 Challenge Maranello world premiere debut at the annual meeting of distributors, a traditional event that brings together representatives of international Ferrari sales network.

New Berlin, which flank the F430 Challenge, Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli in the 2011 season, is the fifth model used by Ferrari in one-make championship that first year, be extended to the new Asia-Pacific series.

 

Next few months after the Frankfurt Motor Show 2010 opening of the Ferrari 458 Italy in which it is based, the Ferrari 458 Challenge introduced a number of important changes to adapt to the competition.

 

Direct injection 4497 ​​cc V8 is strictly followed in production, with an output of 570 hp at 9000 rpm. However, changes to the gearbox and calibration of its twin-clutch F1, which provides more torque at low revs. The Ferrari 458 Challenge is also equipped with the E-Diff electronic differential already used the model of the street, the first track of Ferrari cars only.

 

Significant work has also gone to reduce the weight of a vehicle. This focuses on both the outside and the Ferrari engineers with a particular focus on reducing the thickness of the body panels and the use of lightweight materials like carbon fiber and Lexan.

 

The new Ferrari 458 Challenge also features a specific suspension set up with solid aluminum bushings, stiffer springs, shock absorbers single rate, central nut 19 "racing wheels, Pirelli slicks larger size and height Cash lowered by 30mm all around. It is also equipped with Brembo brakes CCM2 new generation, which began at the Ferrari cars is 599XX extreme testing ground and integrated with the ABS system that contains two configurations - low grip and high performance for dry surfaces.

 

Another first for a model of Ferrari Challenge is the adoption of control systems F1-Trac traction, the most sophisticated of its kind. Developed internally by Ferrari, the F1-Trac system continuously monitors levels of grip for maximum high-performance handling. Two tracks of polarization specific calibrations - wet and dry - have been developed for this application, the control logic and strategies derived from the experience of the Ferrari F1 racing championship in the vast and GT. The F1-Trac is completely integrated with the E-Diff to ensure maximum acceleration out of corners.

 

ABS is required, the F1-Trac and the E-Diff calibration settings are selected wheel hand lever, the first time, this solution has approved a model developed for the Ferrari Challenge series. The driver can choose to either wet or dry compositions. Under conditions of high grip, you can also select the CT-OFF to disable the F1-Trac traction control.

 

During the sessions of intense development involved in sharpening the Ferrari 458 Challenge of the track, the engineers also managed to improve the lap times of the car at Fiorano with two seconds ahead of his predecessor, which resulting in a record of only 0.5 1'16. "Equally impressive is the amount of lateral grip of the new car generates - to 1.6.

 

With the new 458 Challenge, Ferrari offers its customers sport - both professional and gentlemen drivers - a car that is extremely reactive, with outstanding performance and excellent handling. This mid-back V8 Berlinetta Ferrari Challenge will allow participants to enjoy the exciting cut and thrust of the weekend racing on the circuit world leader, and the passion that has always been an integral part of the Ferrari are a championship.

2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta Review

Ferrari is pleased to announce the introduction of the Ferrari 599 SA Open the Paris Motor Show 2010. This is a special series model with a limited number of only 80 built. All have been sold. Ferrari decided to build a 80 SA Apertas celebrate Pininfarina's 80th anniversary. SA will also be a tribute to the nomenclature, as well as Sergio and Andrea Pininfarina with the company and the work is related to the most successful road car ever built at Maranello.

 

The Ferrari 599 SA Aperta is a true roadster that allows its occupants to enjoy the emotions of our architecture firm superlative front-engined V12 complete environment in an open-top. In fact, it's just a soft light over designed to be used if the weather is particularly bad. A windshield, low profile that lies close to the ground than the other models provide the SA Aperta exceptionally clean aerodynamic lines. Return profile of the arches of the post-Two nicely integrated aerodynamic fins two arches cleverly mimicking the outline of the seats.

 

 

The chassis has been redesigned to provide a standard for stiffness comparable to a closed Berlinetta and there is a small difference in weight, thanks to work on the structure of the chassis.

 

With 670 hp under the hood, SA Aperta perfectly embodies the sporting spirit of the Ferrari 599, the integration of advanced technology to offer Ferrari performance benchmark, and the absolutely superb driving pleasure. The interior is sporty too with very sophisticated materials, motifs and colors used throughout. The guarantee of nearly endless combinations for each SA Aperta is absolutely unique.

 

2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta

Ferrari is pleased to announce the launch of the Ferrari 599 SA Aperta in 2010 Paris International Motor Show. This is a special series model that will be a strictly limited number of only 80 built. All have been sold. Ferrari chose to build 80 Aperta SA in celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pininfarina. The HS nomenclature also pays homage to both Andrea and Sergio Pininfarina company and the work which has been linked to the most successful road car ever built at Maranello.

The Ferrari 599 SA Aperta is a true roadster, which allows its occupants enjoy the thrills offered by our firm superlative front-engined V12 in a completely open architecture-top setting. In fact, just a soft light cover designed to appeal to her only if the weather is particularly bad. A windshield of low height and the fact that crouches low to the ground than our other models provide the exceptional elegance SA Aperta aerodynamics. Your profile arches the back from the position of two aerodynamic fins Aa well the integration of the two roll bars that cleverly mimic the contour of the seats.

The chassis has been redesigned to provide a level of stiffness comparable to that of a closed berlinetta and there is a negligible difference in weight too, thanks to work done on the chassis.

With the 670 hp engine under its hood, SA Aperta wonderfully embodies the sporting spirit of the Ferrari 599, which incorporates the latest technology to offer Ferrari absolute performance of reference and exceptional driving pleasure. The interior is very stylish sports car with very sophisticated materials, trim and colors used throughout. The virtually infinite combinations available guarantee that every SA Aperta is absolutely unique

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2012 Ferrari FF Silver

The Ferrari FF Silver appearance innovations throughout, starting with the actuality that it is adapted with Ferrari's aboriginal absolute bang V12 which and is the aboriginal V12 accompanying with the seven-speed Dual Clutch gearbox. The new agent punches out 660 hp at 8,000 rpm and delivers best torque of 683 Nm at 6,000 rpm, 500 Nm of which are accessible at 1,000 rpm. The Ferrari FF boasts the baking achievement of an acute sports car too: 0-100 kmh dispatch in 3.7 abnormal and a top acceleration of 335 kmh. It additionally delivers accomplished after-effects in agreement of ability with ammunition burning cut to aloof 15.4 litres per 100 km and CO2 emissions to 360 g/km, a 25% abridgement on the antecedent V12s. These achievements appear in allotment acknowledgment to the HELE (High Emotions-Low Emissions) arrangement which additionally incorporates Stop&Start technology.

The Ferrari FF additionally guarantees this aberrant achievement on area with actual low anchor coefficients, acknowledgment to Ferrari's own patented 4RM four-wheel drive system. Torque is still delivered by the rear wheels, but the PTU (Power Transfer Unit) ensures that as abundant as is appropriate is additionally transferred to the advanced auto back all-important on low anchor surfaces. The Ferrari FF intelligently distributes torque to anniversary of the four auto individually, acknowledgment to the actuality that all of the activating agent controls (E-Diff, F1-Trac and PTU) accept been chip into a distinct CPU.

2011 Ferrari 599 GTO Review

The new Ferrari 599 GTO Berlinetta V12 is an extreme emphasis on developed a short-term results. The Ferrari 599 GTO is, in fact, the company's fastest road car ever. This is a special limited edition exclusive, in the true tradition of Ferrari, is a totally new concept, although inspired by a production car. Indeed, the Ferrari 599 GTO is based on the 599XX, experimental advanced race car, and can be considered almost like a version of the current route.

The Ferrari 599 GTO is reserved for only 599 customers, seeking the maximum expression of high-performance driving. The Ferrari 599 GTO direct beneficiaries of technology transfer Racing and set a lap record at Fiorano in 1'24 ".

Fiorano lap time offers only an indication of the potential of this car. Equally important are the technical specifications - 1495kg car 670 hp power to weight ratio is only 2.23 kg / hp, and guarantees from 0-100 km / h acceleration takes only 3.35 "and a top speed of over 335 km / h.

Fundamental to the performance of the GTO is its innovative approach to chassis development for the first time on a production car, so the integration between handling establishment to listen to a level of responsiveness that is close to the border and sophisticated electronic control. The result is the almost complete lack of understeer and a very communicative chassis.

As Ferrari policy, each new Ferrari has new solutions for a street car. Thus, the Ferrari 599 GTO is equipped with the latest, the second generation of the carbon ceramic brakes are lighter and offer better performance, new aerodynamic innovations, such as cakes wheels that increase aerodynamic efficiency and improved cooling brakes and tires developed by Michelin Supersport include a wider front tire for later use. The interface for the car-driver is also new, with the approval of the virtual race engineer (VRE), which provides the driver with immediate feedback on performance.

Ferrari 599 GTO aggressive nature is also reflected in a series of exterior design draws 599XX and a strong voice in the V12.

The GTO (Gran Turismo Omologata) nickname instantly recalls two Ferraris, has entered the collective imagination as symbols of performance. After the 1962 250 GTO, which swept the boards in the GT class racing in 1960 and is now a prized collector car, came the iconic 1984 GTO, making it invented the genre any modern supercar.

Web Special Rapporteur includes photos, videos and interviews about the new car, while an exclusive preview of a small number of Ferrari customers to be held April 14 at the Military Academy of Modena. The public debut of the Ferrari 599 GTO will be held at the Salon International de l'Automobile in Beijing in late April.

Engine and transmission

Ferrari 599 GTO engine is directly derived from the 599XX, however, make the necessary changes in the road going type. It therefore complies with Euro 5 and LEV 2 standards. 5999 cc 65 ° V12 punches from 670 hp at 8250 rpm for torque of 620 Nm at 6,500 rpm and is smooth, continuous running power to redline without losing the flexibility of up to medium and low speeds. This result was obtained working in fluid dynamics and components to reduce internal friction and adoption, among other things, revised the 599XX crankshaft. The car is also a race-type intake system with a new manifold, diffuser-type geometry intake and a short section of suction to improve power delivery at high revs, and reduce losses. To maximize the efficiency of the volume per cylinder, connect the two boxes in front of the interface to compensate for fluctuations in volume.

Thus, the engineers have managed to achieve maximum performance at high speeds. Engine noise inside the vehicle is carefully controlled to balance the intake from the exhaust, which has a 599XX derivatives 6-in-1 manifold.

The Ferrari 599 GTO has it, 60 times more small change and the possibility of multiple downshifts as the 599XX.

Vehicle Dynamics

One of the most significant innovations of the Ferrari 599 GTO is a close correlation between the installation base, which is close to the processing of the border, and investing in electronic controls that have been developed to increase the overall performance.

Because of the first countries in two cars, "the development of the Maranello's engineers work to ensure that these two areas of the car to be fully integrated so as to push the reactivity of the border. The result is, of course, the involvement of superlative guide as well as lap times faster. In addition, new springs and stiffer rear anti-roll bar, the car is another. magnetorheological suspension system generation (SCM2) suspension works with VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) and the latest generation of F1-Trac traction control This makes the car reacts much driver input. - in part thanks to a very direct steering ratio - but also very stable under braking, sharper cornering, cornering precision and fast corners.

WEIGHT REDUCTION

The Ferrari 599 GTO inherits much of the development work - the same principles used in Formula 1 - which came into 599XX make a great performance car. Weight reduction is a vital goal and the result was the massive use of composite materials and components made with technologies related to the specifications of the race. The affected areas include the body and the greenhouse (glass aluminum thinner), brakes, transmission and exhaust system. The result is a dry weight of 1495 kg and a power to weight ratio of just 2.23 kg / hp, a very important figure that highlights the performance potential of the GTO.

AERODYNAMICS

Ferrari 599 GTO has benefited significantly from the aerodynamics of the Ferrari engineers and 599XX F1 experience that has allowed to significantly increase the downforce without the dragging effect. Thanks for your solutions are transferred to the track the car road-going version of the GTO to produce 144 kg of downforce of 200 km / h. The car was polished, the front and sides, flat base and the cooling power. In the latter case, the GTO can not rely on the system behavior is improved brake discs and brake pads, donuts and the adoption of the wheel - plate located outside the brake disc ensures that the outlet is hot wheel so close to the body of the car as much as possible to reduce drag.

Work on the nose of the car was to reduce the width of the wake generated by the front and reduce drag. The front spoiler incorporates a separate wing which increases to less support for the front of the car and increases the flow of cooling air oil cooler. On the sides there is a new concept of threshold with a touch sharper edge that improves the efficiency of the central section of the base. The base incorporates a new front in the lower section with broadcasters ahead of the front wheels for maximum support and a rear diffuser double curve again.

Wheels and tires

That's the difference between the diameter of the front and rear tires have been changed. GTO front tires are 285/30 is now 9.5 "channel 315/35 is 11.5" behind the channel. Ferrari 599 GTO has 20 "wheels. Stiffness is larger than the rear to reduce understeer. These solutions provide greater lateral grip and quick turn

BRAKES

CCM2 a new braking system is lighter and more consistent with the high performance situations. Its coefficient of friction constant ensured that the ABS can be calibrated to very high levels of performance, reducing lap times, with shorter stopping distances and improved braking. Indeed, the Ferrari 599 GTO is an excellent 100-0 kmh stopping distance, only 32.5 meters. And their role in improving the aerodynamics, the Formula 1 derived from the wheel of the monks also improves braking performance by optimizing the cooling of the brakes.

CAR-Driver Interface

The interface for the car-driver was designed to maximize the performance of the car and the driver with a provision of the main controls to ensure absolute efficiency and driver distraction. Manettino Racing also places special emphasis on sports, standards of conduct to be followed in offering the choice of the pilot complete with respect to the configuration of electronic control. The position in the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano ICE has been replaced by CT-off (traction control off). The GTO is also equipped with custom, more carbon fiber F1 paddles to facilitate the use of high speed driving. In addition, the GTO also virtual race engineer, a system that monitors the status of the vehicle and provides an immediate return of the vehicle driver.

Ferrari 599 GTO Technical Specifications

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Length: 4710 mm (185.4 inches)

Width: 1962 mm (77.2 inches)

Height: 1326 mm (52.2 inches)

Wheelbase: 2750 mm (108.3 in.)

Track width: 1701 mm (67.0 inches)

Rear track: 1618 mm (63.7 inches)

Empty weight: 1,495 kg (3296 pounds)

Empty weight: 1605 kg (3538 lb)

Weight distribution: 47% front - rear 53%

Fuel tank capacity: 105 liters (27.7 U.S. gal/23.1 UK / gal)

Luggage capacity: 320 liters (11.3 cubic feet)

MOTOR

Type: V12 - 65 °

Bore and stroke: 92 x 75.2 mm (3.62 x 2.96 inches)

Single displacement: 499.9 cc (30.51 cu)

Total displacement: 5999 cc (366.08 cubic inches)

Compression ratio: 11.2:1

Maximum power: 500 kW (670 hp) at 8250 rpm

Maximum torque: 620 Nm (457 lb / ft) at 6,500 rpm

CHANGE

F1 6-speed + reverse

SUSPENSION

SCM2 - supension control of magnetorheological

RINGS

Front: 285/30 ZR20 "

Rear: 315/35 ZR20 "

Carbon-ceramic brakes

Front: 38 x 398 mm (15.7 x 1.5 inches)

Rear: 360 x 32 mm (14.2 x 1.3 inches)

Electronic Controls

CST with F1-Trac traction control and stability

TPTM: tire pressure and temperature control

PERFORMANCE

Top speed: over 335 km / h (over 208 mph)

0-100 km / h (0-62 km / h): 3.35 sec

FUEL

Combined (ECE): 17.5 l/100 km

CO2 EMISSIONS

Combined (ECE): 411 g / km

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2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta

2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta were first introduced in the Salon de l'Automobile in Paris. This is a special series model of which is a strictly limited number of only 80 built. The sporty interior is particularly sophisticated materials, designs and colors used throughout. The Ferrari 599 SA Aperta with the architecture of the V12 engine. A windshield lowered lurks closer to the ground than to give our other models of SA Aperta an exceptionally aerodynamic sleekness.

2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta

2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta were first introduced in the Salon de l'Automobile in Paris. This is a special series model of which is a strictly limited number of only 80 built. The sporty interior is particularly sophisticated materials, designs and colors used throughout. The Ferrari 599 SA Aperta with the architecture of the V12 engine. A windshield lowered lurks closer to the ground than to give our other models of SA Aperta an exceptionally aerodynamic sleekness.

2012 Ferrari FF

2012 Ferrari FF will make its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2011, with four seats ever versatile and powerful V12 engine combines an unprecedented level extremely sporty high performance with incredible versatility.

With the new 6262 cc V12 engine with direct injection develops 660 hp at 8,000 rpm, figures Ferrari FF specifications amazing acceleration (0-100 km / h in 3.7 sec.). There are six specific models exterior colors and sumptuous interior trim incorporating specially selected and treated aniline leather. According to rumors, the price of FF Ferrari will be in the region of $ 700,000.

FERRARI FF TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

* Engine
o Type: 65-degree V12
o Overall displacement: 6,262 cc
o Maximum power: 660 CV @ 8,000 rpm
o Maximum torque: 683 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
* Dimensions and weight
o Length: 4907 mm
o Width: 1953 mm
o Height: 1379 mm
o Dry weight: 1790 kg
o Weight distribution: 47% front, 53% rear
o Weight/power ratio: 2.7 kg/CV
* Performance
o Maximum speed: 335 km/h
o 0-100 km/h: 3.7 sec
* Fuel consumption and emissions (ECE+EUDC)
o Fuel consumption: 15,4 l/100 km
o Emissions: 360 g/km