{"id":205565,"date":"2016-04-17T20:55:11","date_gmt":"2016-04-17T20:55:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=205565"},"modified":"2024-12-02T00:10:23","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T00:10:23","slug":"2013-ferrari-f12berlinetta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/2013-ferrari-f12berlinetta\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to Ferrari’s Latest V12 Masterpiece, The F12berlinetta"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ferrari F12berlinetta<\/h1>\n
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F12berlinetta is the third-generation Ferrari GT which follows the 599 GTB Fiorano and 550 Maranello. When released, Ferrari called it the fastest Ferrari ever built and cited a lap time around Fiorano of 1\u201923\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

Every aspect of the F12 improves upon the specification of the 599 GTB Fiorano. This includes upgrades to engine power, aerodynamics, fuel consumption, chassis rigidity, safety and luggage access with a new rear hatch.<\/p>\n

The car is built with an aluminum alloy space frame structure with a body styled jointly by Pininfarina and Ferrari’s own style center. Many elements are taken from the Ferrari FF released at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.<\/p>\n

A highlight of the car is its 65\u00ba V12 engine which produces 750 bhp without the aid of turbochargers or superchargers. This unit uses variable timing and direct gasoline injection for improved efficiency. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a dual-clutch transmission and an active electronic differential.<\/p>\n

Press Release<\/h2>\n

Maranello, 29th February 2012 \u2013 Today\u2019s on-line unveiling of the F12berlinetta ushers in a new generation of Ferrari 12-cylinders in the form of a car that delivers unprecedented performance from an exceptional new engine, combined with innovative design that redefines classic themes along with extreme aerodynamics.<\/p>\n

Revealed to the world for the first time on Ferrari.com in preparation for its official debut at the Geneva International Motor Show, the F12berlinetta, finished in an attractive new Rosso Berlinetta three-layer colour, represents the very cutting-edge of mid-front-engined sports cars.<\/p>\n

This is, in fact, the most powerful and high-performance Ferrari road car ever launched thanks to the incredibly efficient engine \u2013 in terms of mechanical, combustion and fluid-dynamics efficiency \u2013 which, together with advanced vehicle architecture, aerodynamics, components and electronic controls, guarantee unsurpassed driving involvement whatever the road or track.<\/p>\n

Ferrari\u2019s traditional transaxle layout has been revolutionised to match the more extreme performance of the car. The wheelbase has been shortened and the engine, dashboard and seats have been lowered in the chassis, while the new layout of the rear suspension and gearbox enabled Ferrari\u2019s engineers to make the rear volume of the car smaller. The overall result is a very compact car with a lower centre of gravity that is further back in the chassis, and a level of aerodynamic efficiency that sets new standards.<\/p>\n

Scaglietti, renowned for its expertise in aluminium materials and construction, designed an all-new spaceframe chassis and bodyshell using 12 different kinds of alloys, some of which have been used here for the first time in the automotive sector, and employing new assembly and joining techniques. This has resulted in a 20 per cent increase in structural rigidity while reducing weight to just 1525 kg (70 kg less than the previous V12 coup\u00e9) with an ideal distribution between the axles (54 per cent over the rear).<\/p>\n

The F12berlinetta\u2019s 6262cc 65\u00b0 V12 engine delivers unprecedented performance and revs for a naturally-aspirated 12-cylinder. Its maximum power output is 740 CV which translates to a specific output of 118 CV\/l. Torque reaches a peak of 690 Nm, 80 per cent of which is already available at just 2,500 rpm, and which provides an unrelenting surge of acceleration all the way to the 8,700 rpm limit. The engine is mated to the F1 dual-clutch transmission, which has closer gear ratios developed specifically for this car\u2019s performance. The F12berlinetta boasts a weight-to-power ratio of just 2.1 kg\/CV .<\/p>\n

Fuel consumption has been reduced by 30%, with CO2 emissions of just 350 g\/km \u2013 figures which put the F12berlinetta at the top of the high-performance league. These results have been obtained by extensive research and development which focused on efficiencies of the whole vehicle: engine, aerodynamics, tyres and weights.<\/p>\n

Similarly excellent results have been obtained with the car\u2019s aerodynamic development, thanks to the integration of the design process with extensive computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and lengthy testing in the wind tunnel. Downforce has been boosted by 76 per cent (123 kg at 200 km\/h) while drag has been significantly reduced (the Cd is just 0.299). These results come courtesy of two new solutions. The first of these is the Aero Bridge which uses the bonnet to generate downforce by channelling air away from the upper part of the car to its flanks where it interacts with the wake from the wheel wells to decrease drag. The second is Active Brake Cooling, a system that opens guide vanes to the brake cooling ducts only at high operating temperatures, again reducing drag.<\/p>\n

The F12berlinetta\u2019s impressive technical specifications are completed by Ferrari\u2019s latest generation carbon-ceramic brakes (CCM3) and the evolution of the magnetorheological suspension control system (SCM-E). As is now traditional with all Ferraris, its control systems (E-Diff, ESP Premium, F1-Trac, and high-performance ABS) are all fully integrated.<\/p>\n

The result is that the new Prancing Horse 12-cylinder accelerates from 0-100 km\/h in 3.1 seconds and from 0 to 200 km\/h in 8.5 seconds. It also completes a lap of the Fiorano circuit in 1\u201923\u201d, faster than any other Ferrari road car. Benchmark performance and maximum driving involvement are guaranteed by immediate turn-in, with smaller steering wheel angles, and increased cornering speed. Stopping distances have also been drastically reduced.<\/p>\n

The design of the F12berlinetta is a result of the collaboration between the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina and is a perfect balance of uncompromising aerodynamics with harmonious proportions interpreting the typical elements of Ferrari\u2019s front-engined V12 cars in an original and innovative way. A coup\u00e9 with sleek, aggressive lines whose compact exterior dimensions conceal exceptional in-car space and comfort. The all-new Frau leather interior highlights the balance of advanced technology and sophisticated, handcrafted detailing. In the middle of the light and lean dashboard, there are new carbon fibre and aluminium air vents clearly inspired by the aeronautic field.<\/p>\n

The cabin has been optimised to ensure maximum usability of the interior space with additional luggage capacity behind the seats, which can also be easily reached thanks to the large aperture offered by the tail-gate. With the cockpit designed around the driver, typical of all Ferraris, the Human Machine Interface approach is emphasised, grouping all the major commands within immediate reach to guarantee maximum ergonomics for the most involving driving experience.<\/p>\n

Specs & Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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type<\/td>\nSeries Production Car<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
released at<\/td>\n2012 Geneva Motor Show<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
built at<\/td>\nMaranello, Italy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
price $<\/td>\n$ 315,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
price \u00c2\u00a3\/td><\/td>\n\u00c2\u00a3240,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
predeccesor<\/td>\n2006 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
engine<\/td>\nF140FC 65\u00ba V12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
position<\/td>\nFront, Longitudinal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
aspiration<\/td>\nNatural<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
displacement<\/td>\n6262 cc \/ 382.13 in\u00b3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
bore<\/td>\n94 mm \/ 3.70 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
stroke<\/td>\n75.2 mm \/ 2.96 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
compression<\/td>\n13.5:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
power<\/td>\n541 kw \/ 725.5 bhp @ 8250 rpm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
specific output<\/td>\n115.86 bhp per litre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
bhp\/weight<\/td>\n445.09 bhp per tonne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
torque<\/td>\n690 nm \/ 508.9 ft lbs @ 6000 rpm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
redline<\/td>\n8700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
body \/ frame<\/td>\nAluminum Body over Aluminum Alloy Spaceframe Chassis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
driven wheels<\/td>\nRWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front tires<\/td>\n255\/35 ZR 20 Michelin Pilot Super Sport or Pirelli PZero<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear tires<\/td>\n315\/35 ZR 20 Michelin Pilot Super Sport or Pirelli PZero<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front brakes<\/td>\nCCM3 Carbon-Ceramic Discs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
f brake size<\/td>\n38 x 398 mm \/ 1.50 x 15.67 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear brakes<\/td>\nCCM3 Carbon-Ceramic Discs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
r brake size<\/td>\n32 x 360 mm \/ 1.26 x 14.17 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front wheels<\/td>\nF 50.8 x 24.1 cm \/ 20 x 9.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear wheels<\/td>\nR 50.8 x 29.2 cm \/ 20 x 11.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
f suspension<\/td>\nSCM-E Magnetorheological Dampers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
r suspension<\/td>\nSCM-E Magnetorheological Dampers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
curb weight<\/td>\n1630 kg \/ 3594 lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
dry weight<\/td>\n1525 kg \/ 3363 lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
weight distro<\/td>\n46 % \/ 54 %<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
wheelbase<\/td>\n2718 mm \/ 107.0 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front track<\/td>\n1659 mm \/ 65.3 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear track<\/td>\n1600 mm \/ 63.0 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
length<\/td>\n4632 mm \/ 182.4 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
width<\/td>\n1942 mm \/ 76.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
height<\/td>\n1276 mm \/ 50.2 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
tran clutch<\/td>\nF1 dual-clutch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
gear ratios<\/td>\n3.077:1, 2.185:1, 1.626:1, 1.286:1, 1.028:1, 0.839:1, 0.693:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
final drive<\/td>\n4.375:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
top speed<\/td>\n~340 kph \/ 211.14 mph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0 – 100 kph<\/td>\n~3.1 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0 – 200 kph<\/td>\n~8.5 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
drag<\/td>\n0.299 Cd<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
fuel econ epa<\/td>\n18.09 L\/100 km or 13 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
city fuel econ epa<\/td>\n21.38 L\/100 km or 11 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
hwy fuel econ epa<\/td>\n14.70 L\/100 km or 16 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
urban fuel econ eu<\/td>\n24.9 L\/100 km or 9.45 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
extra urban fuel econ eu<\/td>\n11.3 L\/100 km or 20.82 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
combined fuel econ eu<\/td>\n16.3 L\/100 km or 14.43 mpg-us<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
emission<\/td>\n350 g\/km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
fuel capacity<\/td>\n90 litres or 23.76 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Pictures<\/h2>\n

See full Ferrari F12berlinetta Gallery<\/a> here<\/p>\n

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Videos<\/h2>\n

More great Ferrari videos<\/a> here<\/p>\n