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  • Here’s The New Ferrari Portofino Convertible

    28 Aug 2017 by Sloane Hunter in Cars, Lifestyle, Vibe
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    Guys, you can now get your hands on a Ferrari.

    On Wednesday, the Italian sports car manufacturer unveiled the Portofino convertible grand toure, which is set to replace the California T as Ferrari’s most affordable production model.

    Quite exciting, isn’t it?

    While Ferrari didn’t disclose the price for the car, the Cali T’s starting price was around $200 0000 (R2,6 million).

    Okay, okay, it might be a little out of your price range, but we can dream, right?

    Powered by an updated version of Ferrari’s award-winning 3,9-litre, twin-turbocharged V8, other improvements include new pistons and con rods, along with redesigned intake and exhaust systems, explains Business Insider.

    Take a look at a few more specs which are completely beyond me:

    Additionally, Ferrari has recalibrated its engine-management software to boost acceleration and improve fuel economy over the Cali T.

    With these upgrades, the V8 now produces 592 horsepower, up 40 from the car it replaces. The Portofino is also expected to feature a seven-speed twin-clutch gearbox.

    According to Ferrari, the Portofino can go from 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of more than 199 mph.

    The four-seat Portofino is built on an all-new chassis that’s lighter and offers more rigidity than the California.

    Got it? Great, now let’s take a look:

    Unlike the California and the Cali T, the Portofino doesn’t feature styling by the famed Italian design house Pininfarina. Instead, the new drop-top’s looks are a collaboration between Ferrari’s in-house design and aerodynamics teams.

    The Cali T’s sculpted, angular lines have been replaced by a curvier aesthetic. The new front-end treatment and air intakes are designed to improve the Portofino’s overall aerodynamic efficiency.

    For the Portofino’s occupants, Ferrari has equipped the car with a new 10.2-inch infotainment screen and an upgraded climate-control system with improved performance for both top-up and top-down driving. The Portofino also has a new steering wheel, redesigned 18-way adjustable front seats, and a new wind deflector that reduces cabin noise and lets 30% less airflow into the car.

    Mmm, pretty sexy.

    [source:businessinsider]

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