2011 Ferrari 458 Challenge

2011 Ferrari 599 GTO

2011 Ferrari 599 GTO Interior

Technical specifications:

* DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

• Length: 4710 mm (185.4 in)
• Width: 1962 mm (77.2 in)
• Height: 1326 mm (52.2 in)
• Wheelbase: 2750 mm (108.3 in)
• Front track: 1701 mm (67.0 in)
• Rear track: 1618 mm (63.7 in)
• Dry weight: 1495 kg (3296 lbs)
• Kerb weight: 1605 kg (3538 lbs)
• Weight distribution: 47% front – 53% rear
• Fuel tank capacity: 105 litres (27.7 US gal/23.1 UK/gal)
• Boot volume: 320 litres (11.3 cu ft)

* ENGINE

• Type: V12 – 65°
• Bore & stroke : 92 x 75.2 mm (3.62 x 2.96 in)
• Unitary displacement: 499.9 cc (30.51 cu in)
• Total displacement: 5999 cc (366.08 cu in)
• Compression ratio: 11.2:1
• Maximum power: 500 kW (670 CV) at 8250 rpm
• Maximum torque : 620 Nm (457 lbs/ft) at 6500 rpm

* GEARBOX

• F1 6-speed + reverse

* SUSPENSION

• SCM2 – Magnetorheological Supension Control

* TYRES

• Front: 285/30 ZR20″
• Rear: 315/35 ZR20″

* CARBON-CERAMIC BRAKES

• Front: 398 x 38 mm (15.7 x 1.5 in)
• Rear: 360 x 32 mm (14.2 x 1.3 in)

* ELECTRONIC CONTROLS

• CST with F1-Trac: Traction and stability control
• TPTMS: Tyre pressure and temperature monitoring system

* PERFORMANCE

• Maximum speed: over 335 km/h (over 208 mph)
• 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) : 3.35 sec

* FUEL CONSUMPTION

• Combined cycle (ECE): 17.5 l/100 km
• CO2 EMISSIONS
• Combined cycle (ECE): 411 g/km

Ferrari California technical specifications:

* DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
o Length: 4563 mm
o Width: 1902 mm
o Height: 1308 mm
o Wheelbase: 2670 mm
o Front track: 1630 mm
o Rear track: 1605 mm
o Dry weight: 1630 kg
o Kerb weight: 1735 kg
o Weight distribution: 47% Front – 53% Rear
o Fuel tank capacity: 78 l
o Boot capacity: 340 l, 240 l (with roof retracted)
* TYRES
o Front: 245/40 ZR19″
o Rear: 285/40 ZR19″
o Front (optional): 245/35 ZR20″
o Rear (optional): 285/35 ZR20″”
* CARBON-CERAMIC BRAKES
o Front: 390 x 34 mm
o Rear: 360 x 32 mm
* ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEMS
o CST with F1-TRAC Stability and Traction Control System
o TPTMS Tyre Pressure and Temperature Monitoring System
* ENGINE
o 90° V8 Direct Injection
o Bore and stroke: 94 x 77.37 cc
o Overall displacement: 4297 cc
o Compression ratio: 12.2:1
o Maximum power output: 338 kW (460 CV) @ 7750 rpm
o Maximum torque: 485 Nm (49 kgm) @ 5000 rpm
* PERFORMANCE
o Maximum speed: 310 km/h
o 0-100 km/h: under 4.0 sec
o 0-400 m: 12.2 sec
o 0-1.000 m: 22.1 sec
* GEARBOX
o F1, dual-clutch, 7-speed plus reverse
o Manual 6-speed + REV
* SUSPENSION
o Front: Double wishbone
o Rear: Multilink
* FUEL CONSUMPTION
o ECE Combined: 13.1 l/100 km
* CO2 EMISSIONS
o ECE Combined: 305.6 g/km

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The F430 signals the arrival of a brand new generation of Ferrari 8-cylinder models. This new car takes Ferrari’s extraordinary achievements with aluminium technology, begun with the 360 Modena, to a whole new level, and offers a series of extremely significant innovations directly derived from the Ferrari Formula 1 single-seaters.

Two of these innovations are world firsts for production cars: the electronic differential (E-Diff) and the steering wheel-mounted switch (better known to the Formula 1 Scuderia’s drivers as “manettino”), which manages the integrated systems governing vehicle dynamics.

The other main characteristics of the new F430 are its light, compact 4,300 cc 90° V8 engine, which punches out 490 hp to achieve a specific output of 114 hp/litre, also providing the new Ferrari berlinetta with a weight-to-power ratio of 2.8 kg/hp (dry weight); a braking system with carbon-ceramic discs for optimal efficiency under extreme use (optional); a Formula 1-derived gearbox that cuts gear shifting times down to 150 milliseconds allowing the driver to make the very most of this truly high performance car (0-62 mph acceleration in 4 seconds flat, a top speed in excess of 196 mph) and an aerodynamic design that embodies the very latest competition technologies, specifically the flat underbody and large rear diffuser to increase downforce.

The car will be officially presented during the Paris Motor show in September 2004.

F430 Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Overall length: 4512 mm 176.6 in
Overall width: 1923 mm 75.7 in
Height: 1214 mm 47.8 in
Wheelbase: 2600 mm 102.3 in
Front track: 1669 mm 65.7 in
Rear track: 1616 mm 63.6 in
Curb weight: 1450 kg 3197 lb

Engine
Type: 90° V8
Bore/stroke: 92 mm x 81 mm 3.50 x 3.03 cu in
Unit displacement: 538.5 cc 32.86 cu in
Total displacement: 4,308 cc 262.89 cu in
Compression ratio: 11.3:1
Maximum power: 360.4 kW (490 CV*) at 8500 rpm
Maximum torque: 465 Nm (47.4 kgm or 343 lbft) at 5250 rpm
Specific horse power: 114 CV*/l
Performance
Maximum speed: >315 km/h > 196 mph
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 4.0 s

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Ferrari Enzo Gemballa MIG U1 Interior

The Ferrari 458 Italia is a completely new car from every point of view: engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, just to name a few.

A two-seater berlinetta, the Ferrari 458 Italia, as is now traditional for all Ferrari’s road-going cars, benefits hugely from the company’s Formula 1 experience. This is particularly evident in the speed and precision with which the car responds to driver inputs and in the attention focused on reducing internal friction in the engine for lower fuel consumption than the F430, despite the fact that both overall displacement and power have increased. However, Ferrari’s track experience makes its presence felt in the 458 Italia 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. The 458 Italia features an innovative driving environment with a new kind of steering wheel and dashboard that is the direct result of racing practice. Once again input from Michael Schumacher – who was involved from the very start of the 458 Italia project – played an invaluable part.

The Ferrari 458 Italia’s Pininfarina design provides further evidence of the complete departure from the past that this new car hails. The Ferrari 458 Italia has a compact, aerodynamic shape, underscoring the concepts of simplicity, efficiency and lightness that inspired the project. As with every Ferrari, the car’s styling has been very heavily influenced by the requirements for aerodynamic efficiency, as can be seen from the downforce of 140 kg at 200km/h generated by the new model. The front features a single opening for the front grille and side air intakes, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the coolant radiators and the new flat underbody. The nose also sports small aeroelastic winglets which generate downforce and, as speed rises, deform to reduce the section of the radiator inlets and cut drag.

The new 4499 cc V8 is the first Ferrari direct injection engine to be mid-rear mounted. It has a very low piston compression height typical of racing engines which contributed to achieving its compression ratio of 12.5:1. Equipped with the traditional flat-plane crankshaft, the engine delivers 570 CV at 9000 rpm and, with an outstanding power output of 127 CV/litre, sets a new benchmark not only for the whole Ferrari range and the history of company, but also for the entire market segment. Maximum torque is 540 Nm at 6000 rpm, over 80 per cent of which is available from 3250 rpm. Specific torque is a record 120 Nm/litre. However, what is truly extraordinary is the amount of torque available while still maintaining high levels of power at low revs.

The Ferrari 458 Italia soundtrack is also typical Ferrari, with an exciting, powerful growl emerging from the engine before it channels through to the exhaust’s three rear tailpipes.

The 458 Italia is equipped with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission which increases performance whilst providing very smooth shifts even at full throttle. The engineers have developed specific, sportier gear ratios to match the power and torque curves of the new V8, guaranteeing high torque even at lower engine speeds and allowing the car to reach its maximum speed in top gear.

This new Ferrari is also a major leap forward when it comes to cutting emissions. Despite the fact that the new engine is significantly more powerful than the V8s that preceded it, the Ferrari 458 Italia produces just 320 g/km of CO2 and fuel consumption is 13.7 l/100 km (combined cycle), the best in the entire segment.

The engineers also focused on weight reduction during the design phase for similar reasons. Consequently, the Ferrari 458 Italia has a dry weight of 1380 kg with a power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/CV. Weight distribution is also optimal with 58 per cent over the rear axle. The result of the engineers’ endeavours can be summed up in to two simple statistics which together perfectly encapsulate the Ferrari 458 Italia’s exceptional performance: 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 325 km/h.

For the new chassis, once more in aluminium, Maranello’s engineers incorporated various types of advanced alloys along with aerospace industry-derived manufacturing and bonding techniques.

With regard to vehicle dynamics, the Ferrari 458 Italia’s suspension features twin wishbones at the front and a multi-link set-up at the rear tuned for maximum roadholding and superlative handling. Along with a more direct steering ratio, the 458 Italia thus offers extremely rapid turn-in and body control whilst maintaining superior ride comfort.

The integration of the E-Diff and F1-Trac (now controlled by the same ECU) and their respective mappings is even greater, resulting in a 32 per cent increase in longitudinal acceleration out of corners compared to previous models. The evolution of the control logic, with even faster and more accurate calculation of levels of grip, ensures even greater roadholding, better handling and ease of control on the limit.

The same ECU also governs the high-performance ABS, providing even more precise control over the logic threshold and greater efficiency. The brakes also feature a prefill function whereby the pistons in the callipers move the pads into contact with the discs on lift off to minimise delay in the brakes being applied. This combined with the ABS has cut the 100-0 km/h braking distance to a mere 32.5 metres.

The Ferrari 458 Italia’s interior is another area of the car that exalts its sporty personality. The driver is welcomed by a new layout and a revolutionary ergonomic interface where the main controls are all clustered on the steering wheel.

With the Ferrari 458 Italia, Maranello has brought a highly distinctive new car to its 8-cylinder range. The company now offers two models that share a common, race-derived DNA, both exceptionally sporty and fun to drive in true Ferrari tradition, but aimed at two very different kinds of client. While the Ferrari California was created for owners requiring a more versatile sports car with a practical edge, the 458 Italia is designed for owners for whom the priority is uncompromising on-road performance with occasional track day capability, but who still demand a car that is useable in day-to-day driving like all Ferrari’s recent models.

Specifications:

General specifications
Country of origin Italy
Numbers built N/A
Introduced 2009
Body design Pininfarina

Engine
Configuration 90º V 8
Location Mid, longitudinally mounted
Construction aluminum block and head
Displacement 4.499 liter / 274.5 cu in
Compression 12.5:1
Valvetrain 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed Direct Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated

Drivetrain
Gearbox 7 speed Semi-Automatic
Drive Rear wheel drive

Dimensions
Weight 1380 kilo / 3042.4 lbs
Length / Width / Height 4527 mm (178.2 in) / 1937 mm (76.3 in) / 1213 mm (47.8 in)
Wheelbase / Track (fr/r) 2650 mm (104.3 in) / N/A / N/A

Performance figures
Power 570 bhp / 425 KW @ 9000 rpm
Torque 540 Nm / 398 ft lbs @ 6000 rpm
BHP/Liter 127 bhp / liter
Power to weight 0.41 bhp / kg
Top Speed 325 km/h / 202 mph
0-60 mph 3.3 s

The name of Ferrari and its Logo bring to our mind emotion that we feel about speed and sports cars.

In 1940 Enzo Ferrari inherited the prancing horse badge for World War One’s legendary ace of Italian Air Force Count Francesco Baracca.

Ferrari Logo History

The Prancing Horse was a symbol used by Count Francesco Baracca, who was an ace fighter pilot of Italian Air Force during World War 1. He died young, fighting fearlessly. He was shot down after 34 dual and team victories.

Count Francesco Baracca used the Prancing Horse symbol at the sides of his plane. On June 17, 1923 Enzo Ferrari met Baracca’s mother Countess Paolina, after winning a race at Savio track in Ravenna.

Countess Paolina suggested that Enzo should use the symbol of prancing horse, as it would bring good luck. It was not until 1940, that Enzo Ferrari began to use the symbol, which later on became the part of the world famous Ferrari logo.

Symbol of prestige

Enzo Ferrari, used the symbol of the horse on his cars. He added yellow background and alphabets SF to the Ferrari logo. Since then whatever happened is history.