The Ferrari 360 was all-new in 1999 and offered in Modena coupe and Spider convertible body styles. They were powered by a mid-mounted 3.6-liter V8 that pumped out a raucous 400 horsepower at 8,500 rpm. Low-end power wasn't as plentiful with a "mere" 275 pound-feet at 4,750 rpm. The all-important 0-60-mph sprint was accomplished in a few ticks north of 4 seconds.
The standard transmission was a six-speed manual tied to a classic Italian gated shifter complete with chrome ball knob. Many Modenas and Spiders were ordered with the rather pricey F1 automated clutch manual gearbox that shifted via column-mounted shift paddles in a lightning-quick 150 milliseconds. Although we'd probably stick with the stick, the F1's adept ability at rev-matching downshifts and its automatic mode (admittedly not the smoothest system in the world) make it a good choice for both aggressive driving and commuting.
Ferrari have modified the exhaust exits on the side pods of the F60 chassis and to boost down force, they have redesigned the nose cone to be longer with a higher central section to increase the amount of air flow underneath. The team has also minimised drag with the addition of channeling vertical fin on the end plate to direct the air flow away from the front tyres. The rear view mirror mountings are attached to the lower section of the bodywork, which creates a vertical turning vane that was originally introduced by BMW Sauber in 2008.
Base: Maranello, Italy Team principal: Stefano DomenicaliMain drivers: Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe MassaEngine: Ferrari Type 056Chassis: F60Tyres: Bridgestone PotenzaDebut F1 season: 1950World Championship titles: 16Highest race finish: 1st (x209)Pole positions: 203Fastest lap times: 218. More Images...
The standard transmission was a six-speed manual tied to a classic Italian gated shifter complete with chrome ball knob. Many Modenas and Spiders were ordered with the rather pricey F1 automated clutch manual gearbox that shifted via column-mounted shift paddles in a lightning-quick 150 milliseconds. Although we'd probably stick with the stick, the F1's adept ability at rev-matching downshifts and its automatic mode (admittedly not the smoothest system in the world) make it a good choice for both aggressive driving and commuting.
Ferrari have modified the exhaust exits on the side pods of the F60 chassis and to boost down force, they have redesigned the nose cone to be longer with a higher central section to increase the amount of air flow underneath. The team has also minimised drag with the addition of channeling vertical fin on the end plate to direct the air flow away from the front tyres. The rear view mirror mountings are attached to the lower section of the bodywork, which creates a vertical turning vane that was originally introduced by BMW Sauber in 2008.
Base: Maranello, Italy Team principal: Stefano DomenicaliMain drivers: Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe MassaEngine: Ferrari Type 056Chassis: F60Tyres: Bridgestone PotenzaDebut F1 season: 1950World Championship titles: 16Highest race finish: 1st (x209)Pole positions: 203Fastest lap times: 218. More Images...
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