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In what looks like factory released spy shots, we are seeing either the second test mule of the Enzo successor or significant changes to the first mule.
It appears we are going to see a return to Ferrari Supercar roots, with visual clues to layout, form factor and drive train harking back to the original limited run supercar; the 288GTO. The appendages on F430 body panels on the mule point to twin turbos, as can be seen with the scoops on tope of the hood. The larger rear wheel arches have also been moved back a touch indicating a wheelbase just slightly longer than a 430. The tacked on small flares at rear and cut-out at the top of the front arches indicate a slightly wider track overall.
My money is on a Twin Turbo V8 of just under 4 litre capacity in a car smaller and much lighter than the Enzo. This is in keeping with the Millechili design concept we saw last year but somewhat at odds with the SuperEnzo development program.
I will be following the complete development in this blog and there is a refresher to the lineage below.
Modern Ferrari Supercars
288GTO: - The “Supercar” was added to the Ferrari line up in 1984 with the 288GTO, a 2.85 litre twin turbo V8. Bucking the trend of the day it forewent driving aids and 4 wheel drive in favour of a purists driving experience. Porsche retorted with the 959, which was the most technically advanced vehicle for quite sometime. While they are both considered classics the GTO has now reached legendary status. 272 where made.
F40: - In 1987 Ferrari followed up with the F40, another twin turbo V8, this time at 3litres. It was the first road car to break the 200mph mark. Around 400 where built and they are now coverted as one of the all time greats. It was the last car directly commissioned by Enzo before his death.
F50: - The F50 followed in 1995 – a naturally aspirated 4.7 V12 with more controversial body styling. While a great car reviews were mixed at it’s launch, time though has been kind to the F50 and some collectors are now rating it up there with the F40. 349 where built.
ENZO: - The Enzo was introduced in 2003 – a 6 litre naturally aspirated V12 with even more controversial body styling – again a design that is aging well. The Enzo is considered one of the greatest Ferraris of all time. 401 produced with the last being specifically built to be auction to aid the Tsunami victims.
Rod Halligan
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