Reloaded Mag Africa Volume 19 | Page 43

V12 ENGINE

THE ENGINE’S SPORTY RESPONSE IS ASSURED BY A MAXIMUM TORQUE FIGURE OF 705 NM (UP FROM 690 NM) AT 6,750 RPM WITH 80% ALREADY AVAILABLE AT 2,500 RPM.

AGGRESSIVE STANCE

In terms of the formal design language, the objective was to create a sophisticated interaction between the sculptural surfaces of the F12berlinetta and a more graphic treatment of the various new aerodynamic features. The best testament to this intent is the evolution of the Aerobridge, the design of which is further enhanced by the use of bare carbon-fibre. Developed in such a technical manner, this component combines with the other details in creating a coherent aesthetic approach to the whole car.

SPORTY AND SPARTAN

The car’s uncompromising sportiness is expressed with the same degree of purity in the deliberately Spartan cockpit. The wrap-around effect that embraces the driving position is intensified by the use of carbon-fibre housings for the instruments and satellite pods. The door panels have been pared back to a single carbon-fibre shell, while the glove compartment has disappeared to be replaced by simple knee padding.

Alcantara rather the traditional leather was chosen for the cabin trim, technical fabric for the seats and patterned aluminium instead of mats for the floor, once again with the aim of saving every last ounce of weight.