Ferrari has unveiled a new mid-engine sports car, the 849 Testarossa with a hybrid V8
By ForGeeks
Italian company Ferrari has revealed a new mid-engined supercar 849 Testarossa that combines a V8 gasoline engine and a hybrid drivetrain. The model is based on the SF90 chassis and features an original design with references to the iconic models of the 1980s — the Ferrari 208 and the Ferrari 512.
The model is based on the SF90 chassis and features an original design with references to the iconic models of the 1980s — Ferrari 208 and Ferrari 512.
Technical specifications of the Ferrari 849 Testarossa
Beneath the hood is an upgraded engine V8 Ferrari F154 with a displacement of 4.0 liters. The engine received new cylinder heads, exhaust manifold and turbocharging with the most productive compressors in the history of the brand. As a result, the output of the gasoline engine was 819 hp.
Three electric motors have been added to it, which together provide another 217 hp. Two of them are mounted on the front axle and drive each wheel separately, while the third — is integrated into the transmission and assists the rear wheels under maximum loads.”
Two of them are mounted on the front axle and drive each wheel separately, while the third — is integrated into the transmission and helps the rear wheels under maximum loads.
In all-electric mode, the supercar travels in front-wheel drive only, reaching up to 130 km/h and traveling up to 24 km without recharging. At speeds above 210 km/h, only rear-wheel drive is engaged. Power is supplied by a battery with a capacity of 7.45 kWh, which can be charged externally.
The transmission is — 8-speed robot. Acceleration to 100 km/h takes just — 2.2 seconds, making the 849 Testarossa one of the fastest production Ferrari’s.
Interior and styling
In the cabin, the SF90’s kinship with the SF90 is noticeable, but the design is more minimalist. The control panel is compact, with controls concentrated within easy reach. The driver’s seat is separated from the passenger by a partition, creating the atmosphere of a cockpit of a Formula 1 car. The upholstery is devoid of ostentatious decorative seams, emphasizing the austere style.
Availability and body options
Ferrari will offer customers two versions at once — coupe and roadster with a servo-driven folding top. Orders will open shortly, and the first deliveries of the new product are scheduled for next year.
