The six-speed mechanical gearbox is available with both a manual and a new generation electro-hydraulic set-up, known as the F1A, which Dalmonte says is ''designed to marry speedy manual gear shifting with comfortable automatic use.''
This track-derived system, further honed to complement manual shifting (courtesy of the paddles mounted behind the steering wheel), also boasts a new generation automatic mode that's supposed to deliver improved driving comfort.
Though the interest in outstanding performance is clear, Dalmonte also maintains that 612 Scaglietti ''does not compromise when it comes to occupant comfort.
''In fact, a host of features, ranging from the size of the doors to specially developed solutions, such as the kind of hinging system used and the easy entry system, means that all four passengers will find it easy to get into and out of at all times.''
The 612 Scaglietti also offers better legroom front and rear than its 456M predecessor, ''plus excellent ergonomics and headroom in the body-hugging rear seats too,'' says Dalmonte. ''Even the 240-litre luggage compartment is larger and easily swallows up a six-piece luggage set designed especially for it.''
The cabin, which can be fully personalised from the Carrozzeria Scaglietti program on request, is dominated by aluminium and handcrafted leather.
''This is a sporty, sophisticated interior that reflects the 612's high tech soul,'' says Dalmonte.