Ferrari Owner Punishing 12-Cylinder is the Ideal Treatment for $500K Supercars.
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Supercar owners generally fit into one of two groups. Some treat their vehicle like a priceless artwork, keeping it in a climate-controlled garage and becoming anxious about adding even a few miles each year. Others embrace the car’s intended purpose, driving it frequently and aggressively. Footage of a Ferrari 12Cilindri pushing its limits at Monza highlights that supercars are much more enjoyable when used as they were meant to be.
For those who need a reminder, the 12Cilindri (which translates to "12 cylinders" in Italian) was introduced last year as the latest model in Ferrari’s line of grand tourers, featuring a front-mounted engine. The engine in question is, of course, a V12. This specific version is a 6.5-liter, naturally aspirated V12, similar to that found in the 812 Superfast, and includes titanium connecting rods and aluminum pistons, among other specifications. Ferrari has tuned it to produce 819 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque, allowing it to reach a top speed of approximately 211 mph.
The car's owner, only identified as Marcello, appears determined to ensure that every bit of power from the V12 is utilized. After warming up the car, Marcello drives his 12Cilindri as if he were racing for a medal in the final lap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He has turned off the ESC system, allowing for some excitement with the rear end at times, and he confidently shifts at the engine's 9,500-rpm redline. He’s also quite the skilled driver, and perhaps even more remarkable is that he’s not alone on the Monza track.
The full video is embedded above, and I strongly recommend cranking up the volume, as Ferrari still produces some of the most spectacular engine sounds.
On another note, the video gives perspective on owning a unique vehicle, whether it’s special globally or personally. This guy is pushing a car worth more than the average home in many areas around a track without a second thought, while I find myself anxious about leaving my worn-out 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle on a busy street. Ultimately, if you have it, drive it!
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Ferrari Owner Punishing 12-Cylinder is the Ideal Treatment for $500K Supercars.
Certain Ferrari owners maintain their vehicles in sealed bubbles. However, this owner possesses the ability to make it roar at Monza.