Ferrari 12-Cylinder, the Modern 365 Daytona

The Ferrari 12Cilindri is the new two-seater Berlinetta from Maranello powered by a naturally aspirated V12 mounted in a front-center position.

Since 1947, Ferrari enthusiasts have lived to the rhythm of the V12 engines of the Prancing Horse. More than just a homage, the Ferrari 12Cilindri with 830 hp is a no-compromise interpretation of the Grand Tourers from the 1950s to 1970s. Fully aligned with Enzo Ferrari’s sporty vision, which boiled down to two seats and a V12 engine mounted longitudionally in the front. As he used to say, a team of thoroughbreds pulls the carriage, it doesn’t push it.

The silhouette of the 12Cilindri exudes sportiness and elegance with clean yet harmonious lines, complemented by an active aerodynamics system integrated to ensure unmatched performance. The endlessly sleek, hinged hood that incorporates the front fenders opens like a jewel box over the engine compartment, while two double exhaust outlets echo Ferrari’s historic V12 signature. The 6-in-1 manifolds for each bank of cylinders produce the iconic Ferrari V12 scream.

Almost Ideal Weight Distribution

The heart of the Ferrari 12Cilindri is the latest development of the iconic V12 that laid the foundations for Maranello’s legend, delivering 830 hp at a maximum rpm of 9,500. The impressive power curve ensures that 80% of the total torque is available at just 2,500 rpm, resulting in instant throttle response and a limitless feeling of power up to the red zone.

The headlights are integrated into a single sweeping strip, with day running lights emerging like blades. A tribute to the 365 Daytona is subtly and elegantly featured. Consistent with the front face of the car, the rear lights are housed within a strip that runs across the entire concave rear section. Instead of a traditional rear wing, the designers used two active flaps integrated into the rear window, creating a characteristic delta theme. They can adopt two different configurations for low or high downforce. The low downforce mode is active below 60 km/h when aerodynamic grip isn’t crucial, and… above 300 km/h to maximize top speed. At Ferrari, everything is about grandeur.

The Ferrari 12Cilindri is equipped with four-wheel independent steering, debuting on the special series 812 Competizione. It independently manages the movement of each wheel to improve yaw control during cornering and responsiveness during quick steering inputs. Behavior is optimized by an almost perfect weight distribution of 48.4% at the front and 51.6% at the rear, along with a shortened wheelbase.

Alliance of Competition and Comfort

The interior style draws inspiration from the dual cockpit architecture seen on two-seater racing models. The sides of the central tunnel extend outward to form a dashboard that almost feels like an extension of the tunnel itself. A new, generously sized tinted glass roof significantly enhances the cabin’s lightness and sense of space inside.

The 12Cilindri introduces a new digital interface comprising three separate screens. All primary functions can be controlled from the 10.25-inch capacitive touchscreen, accessible to both driver and passenger. Flanking it is a 15.6-inch driver’s display showing all driving and vehicle dynamics information. Finally, the passenger is directly involved in the driving experience via an 8.8-inch screen that makes them feel like a true co-pilot.

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