The world debut of the all new Ferrari California is edging ever closer and the Italians continue to tease us with small details of the newest model to be added to the Prancing Horse's portfolio. The Latest of these is the production of this nicely edited computer animated video clip showing the California racing round a racetrack. Additonally to further whet your apetite, feast your eyes upon this whole new set of high-res images.
The California is the first model in Ferrari's history to feature a mid-front positioned engine, this engine in question is a new 4.3-Liter V8 Engine with direct fuel injection and a “flat” crankshaft, output stands at 460 horsepower at 7500 rpm which launches it from 0-100km/h in under 4 seconds.
The new model is the first in the range to benefit from a new 7-speed dual clutch transmission which helps enhance the performance figures and driving pleasure whilst simultaneously reducing emissions(c.310 g/km CO2).
Keep an eye on WCF as more details are released.
[Editor's Note: Photo copyright by Automobilismo.it - not official Ferrari media photos]
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