The V12 stands out for its pure 6.5-liter V-12 engine, devoid of turbocharging or hybrid systems.
Ferrari’s commitment to blending classic craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology shines through with its latest release, the V12, which takes over the mantle from the 812 Superfast. Revealed in Miami last Thursday, the V12, along with its convertible variant, the V12 Spider, centers around its powerful twelve-cylinder heart.
This 6.5-liter engine, angled at 65 degrees, represents the newest iteration of the iconic Ferrari F140 V-12 engine, which debuted in the Enzo. It delivers an impressive 819 horsepower without forced induction at 9,250 rpm and generates 500 pound-feet of torque at 7,250 rpm. The engine’s redline peaks at an exhilarating 9,500 rpm. Remarkably, Ferrari has achieved compliance with current emissions regulations without the aid of hybrid technology.
As to be expected, the V12 gets all of Ferrari’s latest, ultra-advanced chassis control systems, including Side Slip Control 8, which is designed to more quickly estimate tire grip levels. There’s also the clever independent four-wheel steering system, which can steer the rear tires in opposite directions from one another. As mentioned earlier, wheel sizes are up from 20 to 21 inches with 275/35ZR21s up front and 315/35ZR21s out back. Buyers have a choice of Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 or Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport tires.
Ferrari only quotes a dry weight—meaning, without the fluids necessary for driving—so we don’t know exactly what the 12Cilindri weighs. The dry weight for the coupe is 3,459 pounds and 3,571 pounds for the Spider. So figure somewhere between 3,700 and 3,800 pounds ready to drive. Ferrari also says the 12Cilindri is 15 percent stiffer than the 812.
As expected, this V-12 Ferrari won’t be cheap. The V12 costs $423,000 (€395,000) for the coupe and $466,000 (€435,000) for the convertible. We also assume the 12Cilindri is already sold out for years to come, such is the way with Ferraris. Especially V-12 Ferraris.
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