Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
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| Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
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| Manufacturer | Ferrari |
| Production | 2007– |
| Predecessor | Ferrari 575M Maranello |
| Class | Gran Turismo |
| Body style | 2-seat berlinetta |
| Engine | 6.0 L Tipo F133F V12 |
| Transmission | 6-speed semi-automatic transmission |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (2750 mm) |
| Length | 183.7 in (4665 mm) |
| Width | 77.2 in (1962 mm) |
| Height | 52.6 in (1336 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3722 lb (1690 kg) |
| Related | Ferrari 612 Scaglietti |
| Similar | Aston Martin Vanquish |
| Designer | Jason Castriota at Pininfarina[1] |
The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (internal code F139) is Ferrari's 2-seat Gran Turismo flagship model, replacing the 575M Maranello in 2006 as a 2007 model. The 599 GTB debuted at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. Styling of the 599 GTB was handled by Pininfarina, under the direction of Ferrari stylist, Frank Stephenson. It is named for its engine displacement (5999cc), Gran Turismo Berlinetta nature and the Fiorano test track used by Ferrari.
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[edit] Styling
The styling of the Fiorano bears some resemblance to its sister car, the 612 Scaglietti, yet at the same time carries a sportier, more aggressive stance. The differences are mostly in the squared off body detailing, the lack of the scalloped side detail of the 612 and more obvious aerodynamic ducting, particularly on the hood, in the front wings over the front wheels and the flying buttress C pillars. Designers at Pininfarina reportedly looked to the Daytona when designing the 599 [2]
The flying buttress C pillars are the most distinctive feature of the Fiorano and are designed to redirect airflow over the small lip spoiler on the rear decklid. These in conjunction with the shaped undertray allow the Fiorano to exhibit a degree of stability at very high speeds that was lacking in its predecessor, by contributing downforce and aerodynamic efficiency without the need for ungainly wings and spoilers.
[edit] Chassis
It shares much of its chassis with the 612 Scaglietti 2+2, though with a shorter 110 in (2750 mm) wheelbase, new bodywork sculpted by Pininfarina. Like the 612 Scaglietti, the Fiorano's front midship with rear transaxle arrangement gives the 599 an ideal weight distribution of 47/53 front/rear. The curb weight is expected to be about 3700 pounds (1680 Kg), which will put the aluminum 599 GTB at roughly 300 fewer pounds (136 Kg) than the 508-hp 575M Maranello.
[edit] Engine
The 599's Enzo-sourced Tipo F133F 6.0 L (5999 cc) V12 engine produces a minimum 620 CV (611 hp/456 kW), making it the most-powerful series production Ferrari road car. Its 448 ft·lbf (608 N·m) of torque will also be a high for Ferrari's GT cars. Most of the modifications to the engine were done to allow it to fit in the Fiorano's engine bay (the original Enzo version could be taller since the mid-mounted position allowed it to be so). The company claims a 3.7 second sprint to 100 km/h (62 mph) and 11.0 to 200 km/h (124 mph).[3]
| Engine type | Displacement | Power | Torque |
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| Tipo F133F V12 | 6.0 L (5999 cc) | 620 CV (612 hp/456 kW) @ 7600 rpm | 608 N·m (448 ft·lbf) @ 5600 rpm |
[edit] Technical Details
A traditional 6-speed manual transmission as well as Ferrari's 6-speed sequential manual gearbox called F1 SuperFast will be offered. The e-diff active differential from the F430 will not be used. However, the manettino concept first seen in the F430 will also appear in this car. Ferrari will reportedly source the MagneRide active suspension system from Delphi Corporation. Reviewers of the car have mentioned that the MagneRide suspension gives the 599 a very comfortable ride but allows it to handle well at the same time.Template:Fact
The Fiorano will also see the debut of Ferrari's new traction control system, called F1-Trac. Reportedly tuned using inputs from 7-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher, the system will supposedly allow a competent driver to lap the Fiorano test track at just 1 second behind Michael's time.
[edit] Misc. Details
Pricing for the 599 GTB is expected to start at US$250,000 and the first 599's have been delievered. A convertible Spyder version is expected for 2008, followed by a track-ready GTC. These are just rumours though.
The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will be the first Ferrari ever to appear in the Gran Turismo series of videogames, in the upcoming PlayStation 3 title Gran Turismo HD, as well as the first European car to be featured as the cover car in a Gran Turismo game.
The first publicly recorded crash of a 599 GTB occurred when Car and Driver writer Aaron Robinson crashed one into the retaining wall of the Passo della Cisa in Italy, a few meters from a monument to Enzo Ferrari (for his finishing fourth in a 1919 hill climb on that same road). The car suffered only minor damage to the front right fender and Robinson and photographer Mike Valente were able to drive it back to the factory.
To market the 599 GTB in the Americas, Ferrari embarked on a 20,000 mile trek from Brazil to New York in two cars. The two cars drove through 16 countries and had minimal (mainly suspension) changes made to the mechanicals.[1]
The 599 GTB is also the first Ferrari ever to come with an iPod connection as standard [2].
[edit] References
- Maranello Masterpiece. AutoWeek. Retrieved on January 9, 2006.
- Maranello's New True GT. AutoWeek. Retrieved on January 17, 2006.
- ↑ Template:Web cite
- ↑ Car and Driver 2006 Ferrari 599GTB Fiorano - Previews
- ↑ Ferrari 599GTB Fiorano official site FerrariWorld.Com Accessed February 28, 2006
[edit] External links
- Review & Picturesfrom Motortrend.com
- Spy photos
- Spy Photos at Commercial Shoot in Las Vegas
- Review of the Ferrari 599GTB
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