The Ferrari 12 Cilindri Summary:

The new car is a successor to Ferrari 812, a much-loved car in Ferrari’s supercar lineup.

It has the awe-inspiring Ferrari V12 engine, pushing out a top speed of 211 mph, with 820 bhp at 9,500 RPM.

The design has drawn equal parts criticism and praise online, so let’s see how it plays out.

The prancing horse company is calling it the “Ferrari 12Cilindri”, and it’s apparently named after its 9,500 RPM Ferrari V12 engine.

From 12Cilindri specifications that promise thrilling speeds to its luxurious Ferrari 12 Cilindri interior, every aspect of the car is crafted to perfection. In this article, we explore the Ferrari 12Cilindri design, Ferrari 12 Cilindri features, and of course, Ferrari 12 Cilindri performance.

By the end of it, you'll understand why this car is much more than its predecessors. Whether it's the coupe or the 12Cilindri spider version, the Ferrari 12 Cilindri is the newest member of the royal family of supercars.

We expect to see it setting new benchmarks with its 12Cilindri engine details and cutting-edge Ferrari 12Cilindri technology.

**The seductive back of the 2024 Ferrari 12 Cilindri**

About the Ferrari 12 Cilindri

In all honesty, this is probably going to be the last GT car with the legendary Ferrari V12 engine.

The Ferrari 12 Cilindri is meant to succeed the iconic 812 Superfast. Interestingly, the 12 Cilindri integrates elements from historical models like the 365 GTB/4, 296, and the Roma.

For instance, the darkened upper “mask lip” on the bonnet directly comes from the “Daytona” 365. To quote the design chief at Ferrari, Flavio Mazoni”, owners will only be allowed to change it “Over his dead body, exclamation mark”. This blend of past and present makes the Ferrari 12 Cilindri not just a vehicle, but a piece of moving art.

2024 Ferrari 12 Cilindri — **A Ferrari F140HD Engine, that is being used in the 12 Cilindri. Image credit:** **Ferrari**

The new design is something that you will either love or hate, there is no in-between. Love it or hate it though, what you cannot do to the 12 Cilindri is ignore it.

And for that matter, even among the haters, they see a silver lining as well. As a commenter on Ferrari’s Instagram post says, “Like with the BMW M2 & M3, at the beginning, nobody liked the design, but give it two years and everybody will love it”.

The car aims to sit at the junction of performance, luxury, design aesthetics, and comfort.

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The Ferrari 12 Cilindri Interior

The Ferrari 12 Cilindri design is quite the melting pot of heritage and modernity. The use of premium leather, carbon fiber, and aluminum throughout the cabin underscores Ferrari’s attention to detail.

Additionally, the 12 Cilindri is as smart as she is fast, with a digital-first design choice being opted for.

Inside, the Ferrari 12Cilindri interior is an echo of the interior found in the Purosangue. It features a twin cockpit layout with a digital instrument cluster and a separate screen on the passenger side.

Unlike the Purosangue however, the Ferrari 12 Cilindri gets a center console display, which is where the climate control, seating, and media controls have gone to hide.

Next, coming to the heart of the car, we’ll talk about its 12Cilindri engine details.

Ferrari 12 Cilindri Engine Details

A quote from Gianmaria Fulgenzi, the CPDO at Ferrari: “This is not a V12 engine. This is the V12 engine”.

Specification		Details

Engine		F140HD Naturally Aspirated (V12)
Horsepower		818
Torque		500 lb-ft @ 7,500 RPM
0—62 mph		2.9 Seconds
Top Speed		217 mph
Rev Limit		9,500 RPM
Transmission		Dual-clutch Eight-Speed

The car is equipped with the legendary F140HD naturally aspirated V12 engine. The engine has proven herself time and again, and is truly a marvel of engineering. Known for its ability to deliver raw power smoothly and efficiently, this Ferrari V12 engine is also about the auditory experience it offers. It redlines way up 9500 rpm, ensuring that the Ferrari 12 Cilindri performance is both felt and heard.

If your needle does end up touching the redline, you’ll find yourself going from 0-62 miles per hour in just 2.9 seconds. If you’re feeling brave, keep your foot on the gas and you’ll reach 125 miles in just 7.8 seconds from zero.

F1rst Motors Fact: The Ferrari 12 Cilindri engine has a bore and stroke of 94mm x 78mm, respectively.

As a flagship model, the car also sets the standard for innovation with its Ferrari 12 Cilindri technology. From advanced aerodynamics to a state-of-the-art dynamic suspension system, every component is designed to enhance the driving experience. Ferrari is going the tried and tested route with the 12 Cilindri, to ensure that their (probably) last GT car gets a well proper final hurrah.

Whether you are considering the base model or the 12Cilindri spider version, the newest stallion promises an unparalleled blend of performance, luxury, and style. Its 12 Cilindri top speed of 217 mph and acceleration capabilities place it at the very top of Ferrari’s supercar lineup.

Also, as you may have guessed, the engine is what gave the car her name. “12 Cilindri” is Italian for 12 cylinder — shocker. Enrico Galliera, the CMO at Ferrari says, “We wanted [the car] to celebrate the most vital component of our DNA. When 12Cilindri was proposed [as a name], it was jumped on by 99 percent of people”.

At the close, Ferrari has delivered again. The 12 Cilindri and the F140HD are a match made in paradise, offering a driving experience that is truly second to none.

Next, we'll explore the technical specifications that enable such breathtaking performance.

The Ferrari 12 Cilindri Technology

As you probably know, the F140HD engine used in the 12 Cilindri is Ferrari’s beefiest, most powerful production V12 ever made. It pushes 818 brake horsepower at 9,250 RPMs, and also has 500 pound-feet of torque at 7,500 RPM.

The 12 Cilindri does several things differently from your “regular” supercars. For one, it has titanium conrods — which are almost half as light as steel ones. The pistons in the F140HD are 2% lighter in weight than the ones used in the 812SF. Also, the crankshaft shaves off another 3% in weight, compared to the 812 superfast that the 12 Cilindri is replacing.

The valves in the engine are actuated via sliding finger cam followers. These have lower friction and much lower mass, and have been taken directly from Ferrari’s F1 division. Additionally, the compression ratio in the engine is 13.5:1, and has a specific power output of 128 cv/I.

The exhaust system has been revamped, now with header pipes of equal length and ceramic catalytic converters. The suspension system puts 48.4% of the load on the front, and 51.6 on the rear wheels.

F1rst Motors Fact: The Ferrari 12 Cilindri will have a tank capacity of 92 litres of fuel.

Also, the car is fully emissions-compliant with the 2026 Euro-6-E standard.

The Ferrari 12 Cilindri also has particulate filters located behind the catalytic converters to reduce emissions and meet the E6E standards, which are now tougher than ever.

The car has a monstrous transaxle transmission, dual-clutch of course, with eight speeds. This gives it one more gear over the 812. As a result of this extra gear, Ferrari engineers have been able to redo the gear ratios and shifting patterns.

As a result, the transmission ends up sending 12% more torque to the rear axle of the car, and simultaneously reduces shift times by 5%.

The 12 Cilindri has independently steerable rear wheels, which improves handling. Also, the wheelbase is 8/10ths of an inch shorter, and the all-aluminum chassis has a torsional rigidity improvement of 15%.

The braking system has been improved too. It'll get you from 100—0 in just 31.4 metres, and from 200—0 in 122 metres flat.

The software brain of the car is being called “SSC 8.0”. It learns 10% faster, and is 10% more accurate, and is the 10th iteration of the software. It works in conjunction with the existing 6-axis motion controller that already comes with Ferrari cars.

And the car seems to be practical as well — it has wireless charging pads, and supports carplay and Android Auto as standard.

Final Words: The Ferrari 12 Cilindri

Imagine waking up to find that Ferrari has not only built a new V12 supercar, but they've practically reinvented the genre with the Ferrari 12 Cilindri.

This isn’t just any car; it’s a symphony of speed crafted with an engine so powerful and a design so sleek it makes every other car look like it was drawn with a crayon. Powering through with an 818 horsepower engine that screams up to 9500 rpm, this car doesn’t just move, it vanishes in a blur.

And with technology so advanced, the car practically knows which way the road is going to bend before you do.

It’s as if Ferrari took everything they know about speed, beauty, and raw power, and then turned it up to eleven. Let’s just say, that if this car were a movie, it would be a blockbuster hit before the opening credits even rolled.