Archive for the ‘Ferrari’ Category

California, dubbed as RACE 606, has a top speed of 201.95 mph, propelled by a 606 hp superchThe newest version of the Ferrariarged engine. Its performance is indeed impressive being able to reach 62 mph from 0 in less than 3.8 seconds.

Another impressive feature about this car is its aerodynamic design. With this level of performance, it is understandable why the designers of the RACE 606 had to develop body components that could reduce lift to optimize stability at high speeds. The front and rear spoilers not only complete the racing look of this car, they also contribute to the car’s stability.

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The 2011 Ferrari World Design Contest was held for all university students who were tasked to create their concept of the future car and build 2D and 3D models of their dream car. The 3D models were built in 3D Autodesk Alias. Entrants to the contest submitted car designs with novel designs like hybrid engines which offer combinations of alternative power sources. The use of new car materials to optimize car weight and driving comfort were also conceived by the youthful designers who submitted creative body designs and elegant car forms. Read the rest of this entry »

The Ferrari California is already an opulent car as it is. It is luxurious, fast and unique. However, this doesn’t stop people to push the limits of this already amazing vehicle. And, one of these modified California cars is the 2011 Afzal Khan Design Ferrari California.

Afzal Khan is known as one of the best car designers in the world. In fact, his designs are well sought after by some exclusive clientele that want more out of their cars. Now, Khan gets his hands on the California, and leaves an imprint in it that is distinctively his. Adhering to Khan’s principles, this car is sporty, innovative and versatile.. Read the rest of this entry »

Ferrari is a sports car producer that started in Maranello, Italy. Started as Scuderia Ferrari in the year 1929 by Enzo Ferrari, the corporation subsidised produced race cars and drivers prior to moving into manufacture of cars that are legal on the street in year 1947. All through its historical account, the corporation has been remembered for its constant partaking in racing, particularly in Formula One, wherein it has taken pleasure in wonderful success. Read the rest of this entry »

The 458 Italia is the latest incarnation of the mid-rear engined berlinetta and will be unveiled at the next Frankfurt Motor Show

The Ferrari 458 Italia is a completely new car from every point of view: engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, just to name a few.
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After months of speculation and spy shots, Maranello has finally revealed the mid-engined V8 replacement for the Ferrari F430. The all-new Ferrari 458 Italia won’t be shown in public until September’s Frankfurt Motor Show, but the official details were released early this morning. A new direct-injected 4.5-liter V8 ups the ante underhood, pumping out 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. The redline? A screaming 9,000 rpm. Eighty percent of the F458 Italia’s torque is now available at a low 3,250 rpm, thanks in all likelihood to the new engine’s 12.5:1 compression ratio.
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American specialty car manufacturer Saleen, Inc. has rolled out a new car. No, not another Mustang-based tune-up job, and not a parts-bin contraption such that we’ve seen from other small carmakers. No, the Saleen S7 is original, and at a whopping $375,000, astronomically expensive.

But how will the world take to another supercar? And an American one at that? Is our economy such that a mega-buck car with little name recognition will sell, especially given the established presence of Ferraris, Porsches and Lamborghinis (and soon, Mercedes) in the supercar arena? Furthermore, is our collective sensibility one that values conspicuous consumption in a way that the S7 simply can’t avoid? First, let’s talk about the car. Read the rest of this entry »

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, up to China with an edition of only 15 units will be sold this unit unique, created by Chinese artist Lu Hao.

Lu Hao has used the body of the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano as a canvas of his work. Porcelain Ge Klin and its exclusive cracks. If you look closely, you will see the resemblance.

Ferrari could announce the signing of Alonso in Japan

The Ferrari team could announce next week, to celebrate the Japanese Grand Prix, the signing of Spanish Fernando Alonso, according to the portal ‘Autosport’.

According to this web specialist, is offering buyouts to Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen, who return to McLaren-Mercedes.  Read the rest of this entry »

They like the Ferrari 360. In other news, we also like Dom Perignon, vacationing in Fiji and dating Heidi Klum (or to be fair, Brad Pitt). Indeed, coming up with “cons” for such a marvelous automobile like the 360 Modena and Spider is like criticizing Heidi for having a funny accent or Brad for dyeing his hair. This Ferrari set the bar for other “lower-end” supercars by providing blistering performance, ethereal steering, superior ride and tenacious grip. It didn’t look half bad either, and who can argue with a car that proudly presented its engine under a glass hood? Read the rest of this entry »