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2010 Enzo comes all the way

The 2010 Enzo will be a two door coupe model that comes with high performance engine along with noted styling features. The new model will be powered by 5988 cc V-12 engine that can produce power up to 660 bhp and torque of 485 lb ft. The engine will be paired to six-speed semi automatic transmission.

2010 Enzo

2010 Enzo



Performance

The 2010 Enzo will have the wheel base of 104.3 inches. The length, width and the height of the vehicle will be 185.1 inches, 80.1 inches and 45.2 inches respectively. The weight of the next generation vehicle will be around 3020 lbs. with the powerful engine the new model is expected to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in a time span of just 3.4 seconds. According to the sources from Ferrari, the new model will have the capability to achieve 217 miles per hour.

The Enzo will be named after the owner of Ferrari, will be a high performance sports car. The initial price of the model will be around $670,000. The body of the 2010 Enzo will be made using carbon fiber as a result the overall weight of the car will reduce up to high extent. The new model will be featured with aerodynamics subsystems for better performance and safety. It will also be equipped with active suspension system so as to provide comfort drive even in high speeds.

Engine

The 2010 Ferrari Enzo will be powered by V12 engine with 4-valves per cylinder and the engine will be mated to 6-speed semi automatic transmission. The wheels of the next generation model will be wrapped with tires from Bridgestone and will also feature with carbon ceramic discs.

Posted by Geof Ryan, October 4th, 2009

2010 612

2010 612

The 2010 612 from the Ferrari house will be powered by the new V-12 engine that produces more power at low angular speeds. The next generation model will see major changes at the front side mostly. The 2010 612 model will be a two door luxury sports car that can accommodate up to four passengers and this model will be offered in only one trim level.

2010 612

2010 612



The engine to be deployed in the next generation model will be the 6.0 liter DOHC 12 cylinder engine. This engine will reduce the carbon emissions by 40 percent in comparison to the current generation 612 model. The V12 engine is expected to produce power up to 612 hp, where as the current model delivers only 533 hp. The powerful engine to be equipped in the 2010 612 model is expected to achieve the fuel economy of 9 miles per gallon in the city streets, while 16 miles per gallon on the highway roads.

The maximum power delivered by the model is expected to be 612 hp at an angular speed of 7250 rpm and torque of 434 lb ft at an angular speed of 5250 rpm. The new variant will be featured with all the basic amenities needed for a luxury sports car, such as air conditioning, navigation system, disc brakes, entertainment system, and leather upholstery.

Apart from the luxury features, the 2010 612 model will be equipped with all the safety features like ABS, ESP, curtain side air bags, front side air bags and antiskid system.

Posted by Geof Ryan, September 25th, 2009

2010 599

2010 599

The 2010 599 model from Ferrari group is expected to set new standards in terms of performance and appearance, similar to the current generation 599 version. The company is also under process to introduce its new sports car in the name of Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE.

2010 599

2010 599



The 2010 599 sports car will be provided with a new set of rear roll bar and stiffer springs in addition to the magneto rheological absorbers. This new set up will improve the vehicle control more easily on all road conditions. The new optimized tires that are expected to be provided for the next generation 599 model will offer better grip even on the slippery roads. The new engine software strategy to be used in the new version will improve the acceleration response. The modified silencer to the new variant will reduce the sound from the engine, there by delivering right drive comfort at high speeds.

As far as the styling of the 2010 599 models is concerned, the new model will also be included with unique sporty exterior and interior amenities. The 20 inch rim wheels to be included will be specially designed using the diamond cut design.

The 2010 599 HGTE package will be designed to deliver even more dynamic, sportier driving. This model will be provided with all the sporty features and the car resembles almost like a race car. Apart from the exteriors and interiors, the 2010 599 HGTE model will also be featured with all the basic safety features needed for a sports car.

Posted by Geof Ryan, September 18th, 2009

2010 F430

The 2010 F430 from the Ferrari will be featured with a radical new styling scheme, reduced body weight, new option of all wheel drive and improved handling from latest adaptive suspension damping system. The 2010 F430 race car will be featured with a V8 engine to match Lamborghini’s Gallardo model. The introduction model of the 2010 F430 is expected to show in the early months of 2009. The starting price of the model will be around $187,925.


The 2010 model will be offered in both the coupe and convertible body styles and will be provided with the standard 6-speed manual transmission. The new F430 will be released as a successor to the Ferrari 360 race car. The new design will be more dynamic and the down force of the vehicle is expected to increase, which helps to provide better driving control. With the powerful engine, the 2010 variant will accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in a time span of just 3.5 seconds.


The sub models that are expected to be offered by the 2010 F430 race car include F430 F1 spider convertible, F430 spider convertible, F430 base coupe, F430 F1 coupe and F430 Scuderia coupe models. All the models will be equipped with the V8 engine, which produces power up to 490 hp. The expected fuel economy of the vehicle will be 11 miles per gallon in the city premises, while 16 miles per gallon on the highway roads.

As far as the 2010 F430 coupe version is concerned, it will come powered by 4.3 liter V8 engine that can produce power up to 360 kilo watts at an angular speed of 8500 rpm and torque of 465 Nm at an angular speed of 5250 rpm. The bore size of the engine will be 92 mm. The stroke and the compression ratio of the 2010 race car will be 82 mm and 11.3 respectively. The engine will be included with four valves per cylinder, variable valve camshaft or timing and double overhead cam.

The features that are expected to be provided in the 2010 F430 coupe model include
• Ceramic brakes,
• Antilock braking system,
• Electronic brake distribution,
• Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs,
• Immobilizer,
• Electronic traction control through engine management and ABS,
• Rear limited slip differential,
• Stability control,
• Driver selectable responsive suspension,
• Tire kit, and
• Wishbone rear and front suspension with coil springs and stabilizer


The exterior of this Ferarri killer machine will be included with painted rear and front bumpers, head light cleaners, passenger and driver power heated painted door mirrors, projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlamps, luxury trim alloy on gear knob, leather on dashboard and on doors, metallic paint, fixed rear window, tinted glass on cabin, and windshield wipers with variable intermittent wipe.

The wheel base of the 2010 F430 will be 102.4 inches. The length, width and the height of the model will be 177.6 inches, 75.7 inches and 47.8 inches respectively.

Posted by Geof Ryan, August 28th, 2009

In comes the brand new 2010 California from the house of Ferrari

At the Paris Auto Salon, Ferrari has revealed its brand new creation, the 2010 California. The 2010 California has joined the 8-cylinder family of prancing horses, which is best known for the performance and power.

The 2010 California is much heavier than the powerful and bigger 599 GTB. The features of the sedan include the following:

• Engine: 4.3L V8
• Configuration: Front Engine / RWD
• Displacement: 4300 cc
• Horsepower: 460bhp @ 7600rpm
• 7-speed automatic transmission
• Wheelbase: 105.1 inches
• Base curb weight: 3825 pounds
• Length: 179.7 inches
• Width: 74.9 inches
• Height: 51.5 inches
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Posted by om, June 3rd, 2009