FERRARİ GTC4 Lusso T (2017) Details

FERRARİ GTC4 Lusso T (2017)

Following on from the accomplishment of GTC4Lusso, which raised the presentation bar for Ferrari's conventional four-seater V12 GTs, the Dancing Pony reports the appearance of the new Ferrari GTC4Lusso T, the initial four-seater to be controlled by a V8 motor. Introducing a totally different Ferrari Amazing Visiting idea, the vehicle is focused on drivers looking for a vehicle that is lively and flexible, just as ideal for driving every day. 

The new Ferrari GTC4Lusso T is outfitted with a development of the 3.9-liter V8 turbo which punches out a limit of 610 cv at 7,500 rpm, ensuring amazing speeding up with greatest force of 760 Nm accessible somewhere in the range of 3,000 and 5,250 rpm. In spite of such noteworthy execution, the GTC4Lusso T's fuel utilization figures ensure expanded range, perfect for town driving or long excursions.

ENGINE

Like every engine to come out of Maranello, the GTC4Lusso T's V8 turbo has all the classic Ferrari power unit qualities: razor-sharp throttle response, blistering performance, continuous and powerful acceleration at all speeds, an exhilarating soundtrack and compact dimensions. Mounted low down in the chassis, it helps sharpen driving dynamics.

The car's V8 is the latest evolution to emerge from the engine family that was named the 2016 International Engine of the Year. The 3,855 cc power unit is both compact and efficient, developing 610 cv at 7,500 rpm, resulting in a specific power output of 158 cv/l, the highest in its category. It is also responds instantaneously to the throttle delivering increasingly powerful acceleration (760 Nm of maximum torque between 3,000 and 5,250 rpm) while optimising fuel consumption.

VEHICLE DYNAMICS

When Ferrari's engineers decided to adopt a V8 turbo engine and rear-wheel drive for the GTC4Lusso T, their aim was to modify the vehicle dynamics to give a sportier feel that was coherent with the handling characteristics laid down by the V12 version. A combination of the car's lighter overall weight and increased weight bias towards the rear (46:54%) allowed the adoption of a specific set-up for the 4WS and SCM - E control systems. These ad hoc vehicle dynamic control systems ensure the GTC4Lusso T feels more nimble and has reduced roll. The feeling of longitudinal performance is enhanced at low speeds by Variable Boost Management.

In press-on driving, the 4WS (rear-wheel steering) helps provide a sharper response to steering wheel inputs, both entering and exiting corners, thanks to the fact that the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the front ones.

PERFORMANCE

0-60 mph : 3.5 seconds.

Top Speed : 320 km/h | 198.88 mph

POWER

V8 3855 cc | 235.2 cu in. | 3.9 L.

90-degree

602 HP (443.16 KW) @ 7500 RPM

560 Ft-Lbs (760 NM) @ 3000 RPM

Bore : 86.5 mm | 3.406 in.

Stroke : 82.0 mm | 3.228 in.

TRANSMISSION

7 Automatic F1 DCT/ E-Diff

DIMENSIONS

Fuel Capacity : 91.0 L

Doors : 2

EXTERIOR

Length : 193.8 in | 4922 mm.

Width : 78.0 in | 1980 mm.

Height : 54.5 in | 1383 mm.

Wheelbase : 117.7 in | 2990 mm.

Front Track : 65.9 in | 1674 mm.

Rear Track : 65.7 in | 1668 mm.

HANDLING

Brakes

Front Brake Size : 398.0 mm | 15.669 in.

Rear Brake Size : 360.0 mm | 14.173 in.

Tires / Wheels

Tires : Front : 245/35 ZR20

Rear : 295/35 ZR20

Wheels : Front : 8.5 J x 20

Rear : 10.5 J x 20

2018-2019 Ferrari Portofino Details

2018-2019 Ferrari Portofino

Technical Specifications :

Engine :
               Type: V8 - 90°
               Overall displacement: 3855 cm3
               Maximum power output: 441 kW (600 cv) at 7500 rpm
               Maximum torque: 760 Nm from 3000 to 5250 rpm

Weight and Dimensions :

               Length: 4586 mm
               Width: 1938 mm
               Height: 1318 mm
               Weight distribution: 46-54% (front/rear)

Performance :

                Top speed: >320 km/h
                0-100 km/h: 3.5 sec

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions :

               Fuel consumption: 10.5 l/100 km
               Emissions: 245g CO2/km

The Ferrari Portofino is the new V8 GT set to dominate its segment thanks to a perfect combination of sportiness, elegance and on board comfort.

Ferrari has picked an especially suggestive moniker for this incredibly adaptable drop-top vehicle, referencing one of Italy's most excellent towns. Portofino is famous for its beguiling traveler port and, throughout the years, has gotten globally interchangeable with polish, energy and downplayed extravagance. The dispatch shade of the new Ferrari has likewise been devoted to this magnificent town: Rosso Portofino.

Fit for releasing a monstrous 600 cv and running from 0 to 100 km/h in simply 3.5 seconds, the Ferrari Portofino is the most impressive convertible to join the upsides of a retractable hard top, a large boot and liberal cockpit space in addition to two back seats appropriate for short excursions.

The Ferrari Portofino's all-new frame includes a critical weight sparing over the California T it replaces. Because of the broad utilization of present day creation advancements, all the body and body-in-white parts have been updated with an ensuing decrease in weight in spite of an expansion in torsional inflexibility.

Engine :

The renowned Ferrari V8 turbo, part of the engine family that was nominated International Engine of the Year in both 2016 and 2017, now punches out 40 cv more than the California T's power unit thanks to the adoption of new components and specific calibration of the engine management software. The characteristic Ferrari V8 soundtrack has also been further enhanced and can be fully appreciated, particularly in top-down driving.

All aspects of the 8-cylinder's efficiency have been honed with the adoption of new pistons and con-rods, and a new intake system design. The geometries throughout the exhaust system have also been revolutionised. The new one-piece-cast exhaust header reduces losses, an important factor in ensuring Ferrari's characteristic throttle response with zero turbo lag. These improvements, combined with the Variable Boost Management which adjusts torque delivery to suit the gear selected, enable the Ferrari Portofino to offer even higher levels of acceleration in all gears and lower fuel consumption compared to the outgoing model.

Design and Aerodynamic :

The Ferrari Design Center-wrote Ferrari Portofino is a forcefully styled vehicle with a two-confine fastback arrangement - exceptional a car convertible with a retractable hard top - that adds additional smoothness to its outline, loaning it a sportier character without impinging on its class and dynamism. 

Close joint effort between the Aerodynamics office and Ferrari Design has guaranteed most extreme proficiency in the improvement of the surface treatment. Beginning with the front, the type of the huge radiator grille opening, that extends from edge to edge of the deliberately formed nose, is underscored by another full-LED fog light gathering with a progressively flat shape. The outside edge of the fog light conceals a creative air consumption which vents into the front wheelarch and ways out along the flank to decrease drag.

The tail design underlines the car's sporty stance which has been further enhanced by placing the tail lights futher apart. This elegant solution cleverly conceals the rear volume housing the all-new RHT which features a more lightweight design and can be raised or lowered at low speeds.

Dynamics : 

The Ferrari Portofino's vehicle dynamic characteristics have been completely revised and benefit from the introduction of new technological solutions. For the first time on this type of Ferrari model, the third generation electronic rear differential (E-Diff3) has been adopted and integrated with the F1-Trac, improving both mechanical grip and the control of the car on the limit. The Ferrari Portofino is also the first GT in the range to be fitted with EPS (Electric Power Steering).

This permitted the specialists to decrease the controlling proportion by seven percent for much increasingly responsive directing without an exchange off in soundness because of the joining with the E-Diff3. The magnetorheological damping framework (SCM-E) has been uprated with double loop innovation which lessens roll while at the same time improving assimilation of street surface lopsidedness. The outcome is a considerably increasingly powerful, responsive vehicle that likewise conveys predominant ride comfort.

Comfort on board :

There was also a particular focus on board comfort which is guaranteed by a slew of new features, not least an infotainment system with 10.2" touchscreen display, a new air-conditioning system that improves occupant comfort both with the top up or down, a new steering wheel, 18-way electrically adjustable seats with a new backrest design that boosts legroom for rear seat passengers, and the passenger display. All occupants will particularly appreciate the new wind deflector which, when the top is dropped, cuts air flow inside the cabin by 30% and also reduces aerodynamic noise.

My general point : 9,8/10

My point to exterior design : 9,75/10

point to interior design : 9,75/10

point to front bumper : 9,75/10

point to rear bumper : 10/10

point to headlight : 10/10

point to rearlights : 9,75/10

Ferrari 812 Superfast 2018

The 2018 Ferrari 812 Superfast is the latest model in a Ferrari lineage that can be traced all the way back to the 1960s: the V12-powered two-seater. The 812 Superfast replaces the F12berlinetta, which itself replaced the 599 GTB. V12 Ferrari models before this included the 550 Maranello, Testarossa and more -- all the way back to the beloved 275 GTB.

But the 812 Superfast certainly offers the most impressive performance yet. That's courtesy of its massive V12 engine: a 6.5-liter affair with 789 horsepower, which is mated to a dual-clutch automatic that can send the car from zero to 60 in 2.9 seconds -- and to a top speed of 210 miles per hour. The Superfast's 789 hp means it has 58 more horses than the already-amazing F12berlinetta, and the added horsepower gives the Superfast a performance edge.

Despite the huge power boost (and the new engine), however, the 812 Superfast's design doesn't differ sharply from the F12berlinetta's. It's more evolution than revolution, with new curves and angles -- but an overall shape that's largely similar, including a long front hood and a handsome sloping rear end. Inside, the 812 Superfast looks like it's sure to impress, with high-quality equipment and modern controls and displays.

These performance levels were achieved in part by optimising the engine design and in part by introducing innovations, such as the use of a 350 bar direct injection system for the very first time on a spark-ignition engine, and the control system for the variable geometry inlet tracts, developed on naturally-aspirated F1 engines, which is a further evolution on its application on the special limited-series F12tdf.

These systems allow the increase in displacement from 6.2 to 6.5 litres to be exploited to maximise power output whilst retaining excellent pick-up even at low revs.

The high pressure injection system also improves nebulisation of the injected fuel thus dramatically reducing the the amount of particulates emitted when the catalytic converter is warming up, ensuring the engine complies with all emissions regulations.

The engine's maximum power-to-fuel consumption ratio has also been improved, attesting to the engine's exceptional efficiency in urban driving contexts. This was achieved in part as a result of Stop&Start On the Move strategies which cut and restart the engine while the car is moving.

Particular attention was also paid to calibrating the Manettino settings to enhance the engine's potential and the sensation of extreme power delivered by the car. That said, the driver will always be able to easily and confidently dose the massive torque available with the accelerator pedal, thanks to smooth, progressive power delivery at all engine speeds.

The result of all these developments is a boost in maximum power output to 800 cv at 8,500 rpm (an impressive 60 cv more than the F12berlinetta) and maximum torque of 718 Nm @ 7,000 rpm - a completely unprecedented achievement for a naturally-aspirated Ferrari production engine.

A significant 80% of maximum torque is available at just 3,500 rpm, improving both flexibility and pick-up at lower revs. The shape of the power curve, which rises constantly all the way to the maximum revs of 8,500 rpm, and the rapidity with which engine speed increases, thanks to low inertia, give occupants the feeling of boundless power and acceleration. The latter sensation comes courtesy of the overall increase in maximum power output and the optimisation of the aforementioned power curve between 6,500 and 8,900 rpm, which maximises the average horse power exploitable for press-on track driving when engine revs are kept consistently high.

The exhaust system geometry was evolved to increase and balance the sound from the engine compartment and tailpipes, with a 6-into-1 manifold. The aim being, of course, to enhance the car's already extreme, sporty character. The resulting engine sound is strong and smooth inside the cabin in all driving conditions.

Technical Specifications

Engine
Type: V12 - 65°
Overall displacement: 6496 cc
Bore and stroke: 94 mm x 78 mm
Max. power output: 588 kW (800 cv) at 8,500 rpm
Max. torque: 718 Nm at 7,000 rpm
Max. engine speed: 8,900 rpm
Compression ratio: 13.64:1
Dimensions and weight
Length: 4,657 mm
Width: 1,971 mm
Height: 1,276 mm
Wheelbase: 2,720 mm
Front track: 1,672 mm
Rear track: 1,645 mm
Kerb weight: 1,630 kg
Dry weight: 1,525 kg
Weight distribution: 47% front - 53% rear
Fuel tank capacity: 92 l
Wheels & tyres
Front: 275/35 ZR20; 10" J x 20"
Rear: 315/35 ZR20; 11.5" J x 20"
Brakes
Front: 398 mm x 38 mm
Rear: 360 mm x 32 mm
Transmission/gearbox: 4WS/ 7-speed F1 DCT/ E-Diff3
Electronic controls: SSC5/CST with F1-Trac, ESP 9.1 Premium with High-performance ABS/EBD, dual-coil SCM-E
Performance
Max. speed: 340 km/h
0-100 km/h: 2.9 sec
0-200 km/h: 7.9 sec
Dry weight/power: 1.9 kg
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption: 14.9 l/100 km
Emissions: 340g CO2/km