As is Ferrari’s policy, every new Ferrari features new
solutions for a road car. Thus the Ferrari 599 GTO is equipped with the latest,
second-generation carbon-ceramic brakes which are lighter and offer better
performance, new aerodynamic innovations, such as the wheel doughnuts which
increase aerodynamic efficiency as well as improve brake cooling, and the
Supersport tyres developed by Michelin include a wider front tyre for greater
roadholding. The driver-car interface is also new with the adoption of the
Virtual Race Engineer (VRE) which provides the driver with instantaneous
information on performance.
The Ferrari 599 GTO’s engine is directly derived from the 599XX unit
implementing, however, the necessary modifications for road-going homologation.
It thus complies with Euro 5 and LEV 2 standards. The 5999 cc 65-degree V12
engine punches out 670 CV at 8250 rpm with maximum torque of 620 Nm at 6500 rpm
and there is a smooth, constant rush of power all the way to the redline with
no loss of flexibility even at medium and low revs. This result was obtained by
working on the fluid-dynamics and components to reduce internal friction and by
adopting, amongst other things, the 599XX’s redesigned crankshaft. The car also
has a racing-type intake system with a new manifold with diffuser-type intake
geometry and short inlet tracts designed to improve power delivery at high revs
and reduce losses. To maximise volumetric efficiency per cylinder, a connection
between the two plenums at the front compensates for variations in the volume.
This is how the engineers managed to achieve maximum performance at high engine
speeds. The engine sound inside the car is carefully controlled to balance the
intake sound with the exhaust, which features a 599XX-derived 6-into-1
manifold.
The exterior of the car is painted in the shade of red Ferrari is known for. The body has been aerodynamically designed to achieve high speeds. The front spoiler has a lower wing that heightens down force and increases the amount of cooling air. The under-body has a new diffuser before the front wheels to help increase down force.
Inside, the interface was designed to optimize car and
driver performance. The layout is very user-friendly. Controls are within reach
and easy to use, so there is less distraction. The steering wheel of the
Ferrari 599 GTO is equipped with carbon fiber F1 paddles to make driving at high
speeds much easier. In addition, the car also features the Virtual Race
Engineer, which monitors vehicle status and immediately informs the driver
about vehicle performance. It is like being on an actual F1 racing team.
Here the difference in size between the front and rear tyres
has been changed. The GTO’s front tyres are now 285/30 on a 9.5” channel with
315/35 on an 11.5” channel at the rear. The Ferrari 599 GTO has 20” rims. Roll rigidity
is greater at the rear to minimise understeer. These solutions guarantee
improved lateral grip and quicker turn in.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Length: 4710 mm (185.4 in)
Width: 1962 mm (77.2 in)
Height: 1326 mm (52.2 in)
Wheelbase: 2750 mm (108.3 in)
Front track: 1701 mm (67.0 in)
Rear track: 1618 mm (63.7 in)
Dry weight*: 1495 kg (3296 lbs)
Kerb weight*: 1605 kg (3538 lbs)
Weight distribution: 47% front ““ 53% rear
Fuel tank capacity: 105 litres (27.7 US gal/23.1 UK/gal)
Boot volume: 320 litres (11.3 cu ft)
ENGINE
Type: V12 ““ 65°
Bore & stroke : 92 x 75.2 mm (3.62 x 2.96 in)
Unitary displacement: 499.9 cc (30.51 cu in)
Total displacement: 5999 cc (366.08 cu in)
Compression ratio: 11.2:1
Maximum power: 500 kW (670 CV) at 8250 rpm
Maximum torque : 620 Nm (457 lbs/ft) at 6500 rpm
GEARBOX
F1 6″“speed + reverse
SUSPENSION
SCM2 ““ Magnetorheological Supension Control
TYRES
Front: 285/30 ZR20”
Rear: 315/35 ZR20”
CARBON-CERAMIC BRAKES
Front: 398 x 38 mm (15.7 x 1.5 in)
Rear: 360 x 32 mm (14.2 x 1.3 in)
ELECTRONIC CONTROLS
CST with F1-Trac: Traction and stability control
TPTMS: Tyre pressure and temperature monitoring system
PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed: over 335 km/h (over 208 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) : 3.35 sec
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Combined cycle (ECE)*: 17.5 l/100 km
CO2 EMISSIONS
Combined cycle (ECE)*: 411 g/km
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