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The Specifications of the Ferrari Modena
Posted by in Ferrari on July 13, 2011
Ferrari is one of the most popular names of supercars besides Lamborghini. For years they have been creating cars that any one of us would die to be in even if we could never afford them. One of the more popular models is the Modena – which provided consumers with superior steering, handling, and a ride that could not easily be found elsewhere.
In 1999 Ferrari released the 360 Modena coupe and the Spider convertible was alongside of it. Underneath the hood they were given a V8, 3.6 liter engine that could push out 400 horsepower and 8,500 rpm. This gave it the ability to jump from 0 to 60 mph in only 4 seconds.
Connected to this powerful engine was a standard transmission and a six speed manual. Most people would order it with the expensive F1 gated shifter manual gearbox that was equipped with the chrome ball knob. It used the column mounted shift paddles to change gears in only 150 milliseconds. This makes it easier on the car when we are trying to get through heavy traffic.
On the exterior it was designed with an aluminum space frame chassis and an adjustable aluminum wishbone suspension. The look was designed especially by Pininfarina and the aluminum material was used to make it lightweight and easier to handle on the roads. Most sports cars use this material for the same reason.
On the interior of the Ferrari Modena it was designed with high quality leather and other materials that made it comfortable and luxurious for anyone riding inside. The seats offered the right amount of support and absorbed any bumps in the road. Even tough it has only two seats these are quite roomy and leave some space behind for any extra baggage we may have. Read the rest of this entry »
Ferrari 458 Italia Interiors and Vehicle Dynamic Assistance
Posted by in Ferrari on July 13, 2011
The Ferrari 458 Italia replaces the F430 arising from a completely new design and innovation technologies developed from the company’s experience in Formula One. The forms and the volume of each Ferrari are the result of the integration between aerodynamics and design. In developing the 458 Italia, the styling process went hand in hand with the aerodynamic development in order to turn technical necessities into distinctive features.
The car VDA, or Vehicle Dynamic Assistance, provides technical support to the driver in assessing both vehicle status and his own performance. The VDA is activated when the manettino is at RACE, CT and CST settings and gives drivers’ information that allows them to assess the ideal operating condition for the car. An algorithm assess the car’s status (brakes, engine, tires and engine temperature) based on dynamic parameters such as lateral and longitudinal acceleration, rpm, speed, etc. The VDA alerts the driver by displaying the following shorthand: WARM UP when the components need to further warm up; GO when optimal conditions to reach maximum performance are achieved; OVER when there is overheating and cooling the components is required.
In regards to the 458 Italia interiors, the standard seats are had upholstered in full grain leather with matching stitching. The Carter reflects the vehicle paint color, while the backrest structure is in magnesium with a fixed head rest and standard manual adjustment. Electronic longitudinal, backrest, height and tilt adjustments can be ordered as an option. Another option offers the owner to electronically manage the driver side memory control, heating, as well as the lumbar and side adjustments. For the most passionate drivers, the 458 Italia is available with the racing seat as an option, which is lighter and designed to offer improved containment thanks to its carbon fiber structure. The racing seat is available in three different sizes with manual backrest angle adjustment and movement. The standard trim is in leather but it can be available in leather/Alcatraz upholstery as an option. Read the rest of this entry »