Ferrari F12tdf V12 engine detailed

Ferrari says the new F12tdf’s aerodynamic efficiency figure at 1.6 is double that of the F12berlinetta. This sees an active rear axle being fitted to the F12tdf, allowing the rear wheels to pivot around a vertical axis and thus, counteracting the vehicle’s oversteer. Lucky for us, Ferrari have put together a couple of videos demonstrating exactly how these systems work and how much of a performance gain you have in the tdf model compared to the regular F12. It is integrated with the other vehicle dynamic control systems that help with cornering while also increasing stability at high speed. Also, the downforce generated by the F12tdf at 200kmph is 230kg which is a whopping 107kg more than the standard auto.

Thanks to these horsepower and torque gains, the Ferrari F12tdf will accelerate to 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds before maxing out a top speed in excess of 340 km/h. The F12tdf is the second “track-ready” modern front-engined V-12 Ferrari, following the 661-hp Ferrari 599 GTO from 2011, and features a bucketful of additional weapons-grade modifications to ensure the F12tdf is more than just a fancy body kit. That’s a win-win situation which can be appreciated and exploited by anyone lucky enough to slip behind the wheel. Lighter-weight Alcantara replaces leather and the seats are wrapped in technical fabric while carbon fiber is more prominent throughout.

Ferrari has launched a new limited edition variant of the F12berlinetta in the UK. Pricing has not yet been released but it’s safe to assume it will start well beyond the standard 2015 Ferrari F12 sticker of $327,000.