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The Ferrari F12berlinetta (Type F152) is a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand tourer produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Ferrari . The F12berlinetta debuted at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show , and replaced the 599 grand tourer. The naturally aspirated 6.3 litre Ferrari V12 engine used in the F12berlinetta has won the 2013 International Engine of the Year Award in the Best Performance category and Best Engine above 4.0 litres. The F12berlinetta was named "The Supercar of the Year 2012" by car magazine Top Gear . The F12berlinetta was replaced by the 812 Superfast in early 2017.

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58-755: In 2014, the F12berlinetta was awarded the XXIII Premio Compasso d'Oro ADI. Accepting the award was Ferrari's Senior Vice President of Design, Flavio Manzoni . The F12berlinetta uses a 6,262 cc (6.3 L; 382.1 cu in), naturally aspirated 65° V12 engine of the Ferrari F140 engine family . Displacement is shared with the FF , but the F140 FC version installed on the F12 generates

116-636: A 1-minute 21 seconds lap time on Ferrari's Fiorano test circuit, 2 seconds faster than the standard F12berlinetta and 488 GTB , and just 1.3 seconds behind the fastest lap set by the LaFerrari . F12tdf was designed by Ferrari Styling Centre. Production of the F12tdf was limited to 799 units. The Ferrari F12 TRS is a barchetta based on the F12berlinetta, made for a customer by Ferrari under its Special Projects programme . It made its public debut in Sicily at

174-774: A drafting compass invented by Adalbert Göringer in 1893 to measure the Golden Section . At present the management department of the Compasso d'Oro is Italy Industrial Designing Association, and it is also the members of the International Industrial Designing Committee and the European Designing Bureau. Since its inception, approximately 350 designers have been honoured with the Award, for designs covering

232-460: A front grille similar to the FF and headlights shared with the FF and 458 Italia . The interior, based on the FF, features new "Frau leather" upholstery with aluminium, Alutex, and carbon fibre trim, and has increased luggage space compared to the 599. The body computer system is developed by Magneti Marelli Automotive Lighting. The Ferrari F12tdf (tour de France) is a track-focused version of

290-498: A half seconds faster than the 599 GTB . Ferrari claims acceleration times for the F12berlinetta of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.1 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph). The body of the F12berlinetta is designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina , and shares some styling elements with other recent Ferrari models. This includes

348-622: A large diffuser and an integrated spoiler. The car was commissioned by Danny Wegman , CEO of Wegmans . The Ferrari F60 America is a limited production roadster derivative of the F12, built to celebrate 60 years of Ferrari in North America. Production was limited to ten examples and according to the manufacturer, all were already spoken for at the time of the car's public introduction in October 2014. The open-top configuration pays homage to US-only limited production convertible Ferraris of

406-459: A new front bumper, a rear diffuser, transparent hood vents that show off the engine, roll hoops behind the seats, taillights and wheels from the 812 Superfast . The RHD car has a white and blue paint job that pays homage to the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO . "JC" stands for John Collins, a Scottish collector and founder of Talacrest, a classic Ferrari dealer located in the U.K. He commissioned the car in mid 2014 and it took 3.5 years to complete. Ferrari said

464-472: A power output of 740 PS (544 kW; 730 hp) at 8,250 rpm and 690 N⋅m (509 lb⋅ft) of torque at 6,000 rpm, making it the most powerful Ferrari road car ever when it was launched. The engine in the F12berlinetta has been designed to be more efficient than that of the 599 , as well as more powerful. The engine management system is fitted with Ferrari's HELE start-stop system to reduce fuel consumption when idling. Ferrari reports that

522-727: A redesigned front bumper and a new engine cover with a glass panel displaying the V12 engine's cylinder heads. The F12 TRS also made an appearance at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed . In November 2014, a second F12 TRS was spotted testing at Circuito Monteblanco in Spain, painted in black, while the red version was displayed again in January 2015 at the Festival Automobile International in Paris . The black F12 TRS

580-500: A revised intake, exhaust, and an ion-sensing knock-detection system that allows for a higher compression ratio in the engine. Thus the weight-to-power ratio is reduced from 2.96 kg/hp to 2.5 kg/hp. In addition to the weight saving measures, the Scuderia's single-clutch automated manual gained improved "Superfast" software, known as "Superfast2", for faster 60 millisecond shift times. A new traction control system combined

638-476: A space above the engine bay. The interior and performance of the Spider are identical to that of the coupé with an increase in the weight and decrease in the top speed by 5 km/h (3 mph). Serving as the successor to the 360 Challenge Stradale , the 430 Scuderia ( scuderia meaning "stable", but also used in the context of motor racing teams, including Ferrari's own ) was unveiled by Michael Schumacher at

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696-492: A specific minimum weight and with an engine restrictor that depends on the engine displacement. Hence Ferrari destroked the 4.3 L V8 engine to 4.0 L in order to compete in the 3.8–4.0 L class in GT2 class racing, which is allowed to race with a minimum weight of 1,100 kg (2,425 lb). In this race configuration, the engine produces somewhat less power, at 327 kW (445 PS; 439 hp). If they were to use

754-576: A top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph). 499 cars were produced beginning early 2009 and all were pre-sold to select clients. A version of the F430 Spider that runs on ethanol , called the F430 Spider Bio Fuel, was on display at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show . It had the same 4.3 litre V8 engine as the standard car, producing 500 hp (373 kW), with a 4% increase in torque and with 5% less carbon dioxide emissions than

812-424: A wide range – from automobiles and bicycles to furniture and household objects, portable sewing machines, typewriters, calculators, clocks, lighting as well as concepts and systems, technical equipment, and yachts. For the first time, the 2020 Compasso d'Oro included a "Products Career Award" which was given to three historical designs that have proven to be highly successful over time but were not awarded at

870-415: Is 110 kg (243 lb) lighter than the F12, having a claimed dry weight of 1,415 kg (3,120 lb) and kerb weight of 1,520 kg (3,351 lb). Ferrari claims an acceleration time for the F12tdf of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.9 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 7.9 seconds. The top speed was claimed to be 'in excess of 340 km/h (211 mph)'. The car has recorded

928-484: Is 48% front, 52% rear. Similar to other contemporary Ferrari models, the F12berlinetta uses Ferrari's third generation CCM3 carbon ceramic disc brakes with ABS , SCM-E magnetorheological suspension , an electronic LSD , ESP Premium stability control and F1-Trac traction control system . The car's stability and traction control, suspension and other settings are controlled by the Manettino dial mounted on

986-630: Is a sports car produced by the Italian automobile manufacturer Ferrari from 2004 until 2009 as a successor to the Ferrari 360 . The car is an update to the 360 with exterior and performance changes. It was unveiled at the 2004 Paris Motor Show . The F430 was succeeded by the 458 which was unveiled on 28 July 2009. An estimated 16,750 F430s were produced between 2005 and 2009. Designed by Pininfarina in collaboration with Frank Stephenson (Director of Ferrari-Maserati Concept Design and Development),

1044-557: Is a collaboration between the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina . The car is based on the F12berlinetta but utilises the 6.3 liter V12 engine from the F12tdf which generates a power output of 780 PS (574 kW; 769 hp) and 705 N⋅m (520 lb⋅ft) of torque. The car has a coachbuilt body with a redesigned front fascia and headlights, widened rear track, custom 20 inch 10 spoke forged alloy wheels, an aluminium fuel filler cap and unique yellow exterior colour. The body also has 3 vents behind each side window, 3 on each side of

1102-481: Is a convertible version of the 430 Scuderia. The engine is rated at 510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) at 8,500 rpm and 471 N⋅m (347 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,250 rpm. The car has a dry weight of 1,340 kg (2,954 lb) (80 kg (176 lb) lighter than the F430 Spider) and a kerb weight of 1,440 kg (3,175 lb). The chassis was stiffened to cope with the extra performance available and

1160-409: Is a one-off coupé based on the F12berlinetta completed in 2014 and developed under Ferrari's Special Projects programme with Pininfarina . It features custom bodywork, including a redesigned hood with three vents, which many reviewers say is reminiscent of the 250 GTO . It also has unique vents on the fenders and slats behind the windows, as well as a redesigned front bumper and redesigned rear end with

1218-514: Is a roadster based on the F12tdf. There were two matching cars ordered, one in LHD , the other in RHD with different liveries. They were designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre to pay homage to Ferrari roadsters of 1950s and 1960s. They are powered by the V12 engine from the F12tdf which is unchanged from the production car. The body has been completely redesigned, and includes redesigned front and rear fascias,

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1276-618: Is an industrial design award originated in Italy in 1954. Initially sponsored by the La Rinascente , a Milanese department store, the award has been organised and managed by the Associazione per il Disegno Industriale (ADI) since 1964. The Compasso d'Oro is the first, and among the most recognized and respected design awards. It aims to acknowledge and promote quality in its field in Italy and internationally, and has been called both

1334-550: Is available below 3,500 rpm. Despite a 20% increase in displacement, engine weight grew by only 4 kg (8.8 lb) along with a decrease in diameter for easier packaging. The connecting rods, pistons and crankshaft were all entirely new, while the 4-valve cylinder head , valves and intake trumpets were directly retained from Formula 1 engines, for ideal volumetric efficiency. The F430 has a top speed in excess of 315 km/h (196 mph) and can accelerate from 0 to 97 km/h (60 mph) in 3.6 seconds, 0.6 seconds quicker than

1392-527: Is similar to Land Rover 's "Terrain Response" system. The F1 automated manual transmission was built by Graziano Trasmissioni . The Ferrari F430 was available with exclusive Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 EMT tires, which have a V-shaped tread design, run-flat capability, and OneTRED technology. In the US, the company requested an exemption from the airbag design requirements, which was eventually granted, allowing

1450-591: Is the track version of the F430, designed for the Ferrari Challenge . The engine remained untouched but the vehicle's weight was reduced, resulting in a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph). The production model was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January 2005. Built since 2006 by Ferrari Corse Clienti department in collaboration with Michelotto  [ it ; fr ] ,

1508-539: The E-Diff , a computer-controlled limited slip active differential which can vary the distribution of torque based on inputs such as steering angle and lateral acceleration. Other notable features include the first application of Ferrari's manettino steering wheel-mounted control knob. Drivers can select from five different settings which modify the vehicle's ESC system, "Skyhook" electronic suspension, transmission behavior, throttle response, and E-Diff. The feature

1566-748: The Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities and Tourism – through its Superintendency for Lombardy – declared the collection of "exceptional artistic and historical interest", thus making it part of the national cultural heritage. In 2020, the Milan square where the ADI Design Museum is situated was renamed "Piazza Compasso d'Oro" to honour the cultural and historical significance of the award. Ferrari 430 Scuderia 1,569 kg (3,460 lb) (Spider) 1,497 kg (3,300 lb) (Scuderia Spider 16M) The Ferrari F430 (Type F131)

1624-759: The "Nobel" and the "Oscar" of design. The Compasso d′Oro was established in 1954, and now it is the highest honour in the field of industrial design in Italy, comparable to other prestigious international awards such as the Good Design award, iF Design Award , Red Dot Award , the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Awards , and the Good Design Award (Japan). It was the first award of its kind in Europe and soon took on an international dimension and relevance, multiplying

1682-541: The 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show . Aimed to compete with cars like the Porsche 911 GT2 and the Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera ( superleggera meaning super light weight), it is lighter (by 100 kg (220 lb)) and more powerful (510 PS (375 kW; 503 hp) at 8,500 rpm and 471 N⋅m (347 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,250 rpm) than the standard F430. Increased power comes from

1740-458: The 2007 Spa 24 Hours endurance race, in which both models were entered, the GT3 spec vehicles' best qualification time was around 8 seconds slower per lap than that set by the GT2 spec vehicle. Developed by Kessel Racing for the 2009 season , the 430 GT3 Scuderia is the successor of the previous F430 GT3. In February 2009, Ferrari recalled about 2,000 (2005–2007) F430 Spiders in the U.S., due to

1798-485: The 4.3-litre engine, the minimum weight of the F430 would increase by 50 kg (110 lb), and the 4.0-litre engine thus yields a better power-to-weight ratio . The F430 GTCs won their class championships in the ALMS and FIA GT, as well as scoring class wins at the 2007 , 2009 and 2010 12 Hours of Sebring , at the 2008 and 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans and at the 2008 and 2009 Petit Le Mans . Originally based on

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1856-515: The 599 GTB – and has a drag coefficient of 0.299. Ferrari reports that the F12berlinetta is capable of lapping the Fiorano test circuit in 1 minute, 23 seconds; three seconds slower than the LaFerrari , a full second faster than the 599 GTO , two seconds faster than the Enzo Ferrari , two seconds faster than the 458 Italia , three seconds faster than the 430 Scuderia and three and

1914-703: The F1-Trac traction from the 599 GTB and stability control with the E-Diff electronic differential. The Ferrari 430 Scuderia accelerates from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.6 seconds, with a top speed of 319 km/h (198 mph). To commemorate Ferrari's 16th victory in the Formula 1 Constructor's World Championship in 2008 , Ferrari unveiled the Scuderia Spider 16M at World Finals in Mugello . It

1972-471: The F12berlinetta can achieve 18 mpg ‑imp (15.7 L/100 km; 15.0 mpg ‑US ) – a 30% improvement over the 599 – and produces CO 2 emissions of 350 g/km. Similar to the California , 458 Italia , FF and LaFerrari , the F12berlinetta transmits power through a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox operated by the driver using paddle shifters present behind

2030-532: The F12berlinetta unveiled in October 2015. The name pays homage to the Tour de France automobile race held between 1899 and 1986 and which was regularly won by the Ferrari 250 between 1956 and 1964. The F12tdf shares the same 6.3 litre V12 engine with the F12berlinetta, but with power output increased to 780 PS (574 kW; 769 hp) at 8500 rpm and 705 N⋅m (520 lb⋅ft) of torque at 6750 rpm. The F12tdf

2088-628: The F430 Challenge, the F430 GT3 is a specialised racing car developed in 2006 by JMB Racing for the FIA GT3 European Championship and other national GT championships such as British GT and FFSA GT . It is mechanically similar to the F430 Challenge but has better-developed aerodynamics and more power. The car uses the same 4.3 L V8 engine , tuned to produce 410  kW ; 558  PS (550 hp), making

2146-545: The F430 GTC is a racing car designed to compete in international GT2 class competition, such as in the American Le Mans Series , Le Mans Series , and FIA GT Championship . F430 GTCs also compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans . The GTC was the fastest and most developed racing version of the F430. In FIA GT2 championship, in order to render the car performances more uniform, the cars are forced to run with

2204-651: The Ferrari Cavalcade in June 2014. Designed in-house by the Centro Stile Ferrari headed by Flavio Manzoni , it took inspiration from the 1957 250 Testa Rossa , reinterpreted in a modern design language. The car has a Barchetta bodystyle, harking back to the original Testarossa. A redesigned rear section also recalls the styling of the Testarossa in a modern fashion. The front of the car features

2262-413: The GT3 more powerful than its GT2 counterpart. However, due to the GT3 regulations stating that the car must have a power-to-weight ratio of around 2.6 kg/hp, the car weighs 1,219 kg (2,687 lb) in race trim (driver and fuel excluded), which is roughly 119 kg (262 lb) more than the GT2 spec car. Despite the higher power, it is significantly slower than the GT2 version; for example, in

2320-550: The March 2015 Geneva Motor Show Carrozzeria Touring unveiled the Touring Berlinetta Lusso , a two-seater, three-box coupé based on the F12berlinetta. Carrozzeria Touring developed the car on a client's request. The car has coachbuilt bodywork with each body panel of the car made from hand beaten aluminium. It also features a special blue exterior colour and a redesigned interior. The mechanical components are

2378-409: The body styling of the F430 was revised from its predecessor, the 360, to improve its aerodynamic efficiency. Although the drag coefficient remained the same, the downforce was greatly enhanced. Despite sharing the same basic Alcoa Aluminium chassis, roofline, doors, and glass, the car looked significantly different from the 360. A great extent of Ferrari heritage was included in the exterior design. At

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2436-417: The bonnet, through the flanks and along the sides of the vehicle, creating an effect that increases downforce . Another feature is Active Brake Cooling ducts, which open to direct cooling air only when the brakes are hot, keeping them closed at other times to reduce aerodynamic drag . The F12berlinetta produces 123 kg (271 lb) of downforce at 200 km/h (124 mph) – an increase of 76% over

2494-414: The car featured many carbon fibre parts and weight saving measures as standard such as lightened front and rear bumpers. Unique 5-spoke forged wheels were specifically produced for the 16M and helped to considerably reduce unsprung weight with larger front brakes and calipers added for extra stopping power (also featured on 430 Scuderia). It accelerates from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 seconds, with

2552-439: The car to continue to be sold in the US. The F430 Spider is the convertible version of the F430. It was unveiled at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show , making it Ferrari's 21st road-going convertible. The car was designed by Pininfarina with aerodynamic simulation programs used for Formula 1 cars. The conversion from a closed top to an open-air convertible is a two-stage folding-action; the roof panel automatically folds away inside

2610-495: The design process alone took 2 of those years. The Touring Superleggera Aero 3 is a limited production coachbuilt car by Carrozzeria Touring based on the F12berlinetta. The design of the car is inspired by the Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B that raced at Le Mans in the 1930s. Only 15 cars are to be built. Compasso d%27Oro The Compasso d'Oro ( Italian pronunciation: [komˈpasso ˈdɔːro] ; ' Golden Compass ' )

2668-568: The interior. The colour scheme is designed to mirror the colors of the Singapore flag. Additionally the car has Singaporean lions embroidered in the headrest as well as the words "Singapore 50th Anniversary Edition 1/1" on the steering wheel and the door sills. The Ferrari SP275 RW Competizione is a one-off model inspired by the 1964 Ferrari 275 GTB/C Speciale that won in the GT class at the 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans and placed 3rd overall. Its design

2726-696: The occasions on which the exhibitions of award-winning objects were held in Europe, the United States, Canada and Japan. The original idea for the award is credited to Gio Ponti and Alberto Rosselli  [ it ] . Many other leading architects and designers of the era including the Castiglioni brothers ( Livio , Pier Giacomo , and Achille ), Albe Steiner  [ it ] , Enzo Mari and Marco Zanuso were involved in aspects of its inception and early development. The Compasso d'Oro logo (designed by Steiner) and award trophy itself invoke

2784-491: The old model. The brakes on the F430 were developed in close cooperation with Brembo and Bosch , resulting in a new cast-iron alloy for the discs. The new alloy includes molybdenum which has a better heat dissipation performance. The F430 was also available with the optional Carbon fibre-reinforced Silicon Carbide (C/SiC) ceramic composite brake package. Ferrari claimed the carbon ceramic brakes will not fade even after 300-360 laps at their test track. The F430 featured

2842-499: The past, such as the 275 GTS/4 NART Spider . Compared to the F12, the F60 has all-new bodywork; it uses a light removable soft top instead of a conventional convertible top. Each of the ten examples built features an asymmetrical cabin design with red trim for the driver's area and black for the passenger, American flag detailing in the center of the backrests of both seats, and classic blue and white North American Racing Team livery. At

2900-598: The rear bumper and 4 vents on each fender inspired by the vents on the racing 275 GTB/C . The "RW" designation stands for the initials of the person who commissioned the car, Florida dentist Rick Workman, who also owns the 599 -based Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta unveiled in 2009 and the F12-based F60 America mentioned above that was unveiled in 2014. Presented in November 2018, the Ferrari SP3JC

2958-529: The rear, the Enzo's tail lights and engine cover vents were added. The car's name was etched on the Testarossa -styled driver's side mirror. The large oval openings in the front bumper are reminiscent of Ferrari racing models from the 60s, specifically the 156 "shark nose" Formula One car. The F430 features a 4,308 cc (4.3 L) V8 engine of the "Ferrari-Maserati" F136 family. This new power plant

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3016-399: The same as the F12berlinetta, as are the headlamps and tail lamps. A production run of five examples was announced. The Ferrari F12berlinetta SG50 Edition is a one-off made to celebrate Singapore's 50 years of independence. Changes over the F12berlinetta include a red and white livery featuring a special ‘Rosso Singapore’ paintwork on the exterior and leather upholstery in the same colour on

3074-753: The standard F430 Spider. The F430-based Ferrari SP1 (Special Project Number 1), was the first one-off special produced by the Ferrari Portfolio Coachbuilding Programme, also known as the Special Projects Programme (SP). The body was designed by former Pininfarina designer Leonardo Fioravanti , at the behest of Junichiro Hiramatsu, a Japanese businessman who was the former president of the Ferrari Club of Japan and an avid collector; he had admired Fioravanti's 1998 F100 prototype. The F430 Challenge

3132-563: The steering wheel. The F12berlinetta is fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres, with the tyre codes 255/35 ZR20 (on 20"×9.5J wheels) at the front and 315/35 ZR20 (on 20"×11.5J wheels) at the rear. The F12berlinetta makes use of aerodynamic techniques based on Ferrari's 599XX and Formula One programmes, developed with wind tunnel and CFD testing. A notable feature is the Aero Bridge, an air channel running from

3190-516: The steering wheel. Compared to similar models, the F12berlinetta uses shortened gear ratios to match the power of the engine. The F12berlinetta is built around an aluminium space frame chassis co-developed with Scaglietti . The chassis is made up of 12 different aluminium alloys and improves structural rigidity by 20% over the 599, whilst reducing weight by 70 kg (154 lb). The centre of gravity has also been lowered by around 25 mm (1 in). The F12berlinetta's weight distribution

3248-528: The time of their inception: a 1962 floor lamp called Arco by Pier Giacomo and Achille Castiglioni; a bed design by Vico Magistretti from 1978 called "Nahalie"; and the now famous "Sacco" bean-bag chair designed by Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, and Franco Teodoro in 1968. The ADI Design Museum in Milan houses the historical collection of the ADI Compasso d’Oro Foundation, as well as temporary exhibitions, public talks and initiatives. On 22 April 2004,

3306-590: Was a significant change for Ferrari, as all previous Ferrari V8's were descendants of the Dino racing program of the 1950s. This fifty-year development cycle came to an end with the entirely new engine used in the F430, the architecture of which replaced the Dino-derived V12 in most other Ferrari cars. The engine's output specifications are: 490 PS (360 kW; 483 hp), at 8,500 rpm and 465 N⋅m (343 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,250 rpm, 80% of which

3364-537: Was seen again, this time in Rome at the Ferrari Cavalcade in June 2015, now finished in liquid silver paintwork and featuring a redesigned front bumper, headlights, mirrors and rear diffuser. The red F12 TRS was spotted again in Corsica in 2016 now featuring the same redesigned body as the liquid silver version. Only two of these cars were produced and both were commissioned by the same customer. The Ferrari SP America

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