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