Friday, February 24, 2017

Ferrari F12 TdF





The Ferrari F12 TdF is the more hardcore, track-focused rendition of the Prancing Horse's front-engine V12 grand touring coupe. It is known as the TdF because the car pays tribute to the Tour de France car race that Ferrari dominated in the 60s, not to be confused with the world-famous bike race that continues to this day. This vehicle produces 770 horses and 520 foot-pounds from its naturally aspirated 6.3-liter V12. It makes the trip to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. It contains active rear steering to keep the car planted to the ground. A seven-speed dual-clutch complements the beastly V12. The TdF weighs in at about 3600 pounds, 242 less than the standard F12. This is due to most of the aluminum pieces on the exterior being replaced with carbon fiber. 799 examples of the F12 TdF will be built, each priced at $490k. In other news, the F12's successor, known as the 812 Superfast, will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month with a new 6.5L V12 and 789 horsepower. The Ferrari F12 TdF is absolutely incredible and is easily one of the greatest cars to roll out of Maranello. However, if I had to choose between the F12 TdF and the Lamborghini Aventador SV, I would go with the Aventador SV because the latter looks better, sounds better, and contains more raw power.