Ferrari F12berlinetta '12
- aspiration
- NA (Naturally Aspirated)
- Group
- Gr.N
- Displacement
- 6,262 cc
- DriveTrain
- FR
- Height
- 1,273 mm
- Length
- 4,618 mm
- Weight
- 1,525 kg
- Width
- 1,942 mm
- Max Power
- 730 BHP / 8,300 rpm
- Max Torque
- 70.4 kgfm / 6,000 rpm
- Performance Point
- PP 644.11
- Manufacturer
- Ferrari
Ferrari F12berlinetta '12: A Masterpiece of Italian Engineering and Performance
The Ferrari F12berlinetta '12 stands as one of the most iconic grand tourers to emerge from Maranello in the 21st century. Launched at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the F12berlinetta replaced the famous 599 GTB Fiorano and quickly made headlines for its bold styling and breathtaking performance. The car's design, a collaboration between Ferrari and renowned design house Pininfarina, seamlessly blended aerodynamic efficiency with classical Ferrari elegance, resulting in a coupe that looked fast even while standing still.
Under its sculpted hood, the F12berlinetta was powered by a naturally-aspirated 6.3-liter V12 engine, producing an astonishing 730 horsepower and 690 Nm of torque. This powerhouse delivered unprecedented acceleration for a front-engine Ferrari, launching the car from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds, and reaching a top speed of over 340 km/h (211 mph). To tame this formidable performance, the F12berlinetta featured cutting-edge technology such as an advanced carbon-ceramic braking system, the latest version of Ferrari’s traction and stability control (F1-Trac), and sophisticated magnetorheological suspension.
Although the F12berlinetta '12 was more focused on grand touring and road use than dedicated motorsport, it quickly became a favorite among Ferrari enthusiasts, collectors, and reviewers alike. Its balance of comfort, everyday usability, and raw speed earned it numerous awards, including the prestigious 'Supercar of the Year' by Top Gear magazine in 2012. The F12berlinetta also set several benchmark lap times, most notably becoming one of the fastest front-engine cars ever to lap the famed Fiorano test track, underscoring its remarkable handling and prowess.
In terms of sales, the F12berlinetta was a commercial success for Ferrari. The model strengthened Ferrari’s reputation for building world-class grand tourers blending luxury, cutting-edge technology, and pure performance. Its legacy lives on, both through its successor—the Ferrari 812 Superfast—and through its ongoing popularity in virtual racing games like Gran Turismo 7, where the F12berlinetta continues to thrill players with its remarkable power and signature V12 sound.