Only fools never change their mind, as the saying goes, and Porsche has abided by that saying, deciding against the facelift planned for the 599 in 2012. The Italian automaker has been inspired by the incredible success of the new FF to completely redesign the 599 for the end of 2012.
The car should feature a direct injection V12 punching out 700 hp with a rev limit of 8,500 rpm, making it more powerful than the current model and yet considerably more fuel efficient.
The 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission equipping the California, 458 and FF will also be on board, dispatching power to the rear wheels.
A multilink rear suspension and electronic differential will give engineers myriad ways to tweak the car’s handling, and the driver can adjust the settings by way of a Manetinno dial. Located on the steering wheel and inspired by F1 cars, it adjusts the suspension, transmission, stability control, traction control and general engine settings.
Contrary to automakers like McLaren and Lamborghini, who make extensive use of carbon fibre in designing their chassis, Ferrari has opted here for aluminum. The 599 will feature about 20 different aluminum alloys, ensuring optimal weight, stiffness and energy absorption. Some body components will however be made of composite panels.
According to Motor Trend, the 599’s replacement won’t benefit from an all-wheel drive like the FF, an option that should be included in the revised California’s catalogue, due out in 2013.
Source : Motor Trend
The car should feature a direct injection V12 punching out 700 hp with a rev limit of 8,500 rpm, making it more powerful than the current model and yet considerably more fuel efficient.
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The 7-speed, dual-clutch transmission equipping the California, 458 and FF will also be on board, dispatching power to the rear wheels.
A multilink rear suspension and electronic differential will give engineers myriad ways to tweak the car’s handling, and the driver can adjust the settings by way of a Manetinno dial. Located on the steering wheel and inspired by F1 cars, it adjusts the suspension, transmission, stability control, traction control and general engine settings.
Contrary to automakers like McLaren and Lamborghini, who make extensive use of carbon fibre in designing their chassis, Ferrari has opted here for aluminum. The 599 will feature about 20 different aluminum alloys, ensuring optimal weight, stiffness and energy absorption. Some body components will however be made of composite panels.
According to Motor Trend, the 599’s replacement won’t benefit from an all-wheel drive like the FF, an option that should be included in the revised California’s catalogue, due out in 2013.
Source : Motor Trend