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- Everything that makes Ferrari the greatest racing brand in history has been injected into one car.
Everything that makes Ferrari the greatest racing brand in history has been injected into one car.
Everything that makes Ferrari the greatest racing brand in history has been injected into one
The 12Cilindri’s sleek front-end contours are a nod to the to the 365 Daytona, whilst the sculptural rear, with its active aero, smacks of a stealth bomber. Couple that with the 812 Competitzione’s 6.5-litre V12 taking you from 0-62 in 2.9 seconds, it results in much the same sort of experience after take-off.
The dual zoned cockpit is reminiscent of the Roma and Purosangue. The passenger is promoted to co-driver, within reach of the main controls via a shared touchscreen and centre console display. Comfort is key – premium leather, luxury trims and a large, tinted glass roof melding into the windscreen, are all designed for ultimate relaxation, even at 211mph.
Beneath the clam shell bonnet lies a naturally aspirated purely petrol-powered pearl. It’s genius that a power output of 830 PS (610 kW; 819 hp) at 9,250 rpm and 678 N⋅m (500 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 7,250 rpm complies with Euro 6e’s clean transportation regulations. Perhaps that explains why the car is called after the engine itself.
Talking of which, if you’re in the market for one, good luck with the proper pronounciation.
