The Ferrari 296 GTB combines the brand’s past and future. After all, this car is the Italian’s first with a V6 engine since his 1976 Dino. But his 3.0 biturbo gasoline engine, which produces 663 horsepower, doesn’t work on its own. In other words, it is part of a plug-in hybrid set. There’s also an electric version with a 7.45 kWh battery pack and 167 horsepower. It is automated with eight gears and two clutches.
That’s a total of 830 horsepower and 75.45 mkgf of torque. The Ferrari 296 GTB accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and on to 330 km/h. Additionally, it has an average fuel consumption of 15.6 km/l and can travel 25 km in 100% electric mode. The V6 biturbo engine reaches 8,500 rpm
. However, before heading to the Circuit of the Americas in Texas, he tested the Sport’s car’s response on a small section with cones. The basic training taught by the Corso Pilota team (with several stages up to professional level) included high-speed maneuvers on dry and then wet roads.
In the current smallest Ferrari car, the twin-turbo V6 reaches his 8,500 rpm and its roar is comparable to his V8 engine. Two turbos guarantee 24% overload. Moreover, the speed can reach 180,000 rpm. The new Ferrari 296 GTB is a Berlinetta
. Additionally, the injection system operates at a pressure of 350 bar. For comparison: For example, in the 1.0 turbo engines of Volkswagen Polo and Nivus, the pressure varies between 50 and 200 bar. This means that the Ferrari V6 engine has an output of 221 horsepower per liter. In other words, 663 horsepower at 2,999 cm3.
Performance is impressive, but there are other factors that explain the sports car’s responsiveness. For example, the angle between cylinder banks is 120°, but usually it is 90°. This made it possible to lower the vehicle’s center of gravity by 15mm. Therefore, air resistance is even lower. Additionally, the accelerator pedal response is direct and very powerful. The air deflector in the rear window also contributes and is reminiscent of the 1973 512 Berlinetta Boxer. In fact, the Ferrari 296 GTB, short for Gran Turismo Berlinetta, features a modern version of this body type. After all, it’s a two-seater coupe with a 45-degree rear window. In other words, it will be in an almost vertical position.
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has 5 driving mode options. They range from full electric to qualified. All the power and torque is at your fingertips in this track-focused model. In other words, it achieves acceleration comparable to that of a racing car. In that sense, the sense of stability is outstanding. The suspension system consists of a double quadrilateral at the front and a multi-link at the rear. The shock absorber uses electronic control. But the Ferrari 296 GTB doesn’t just accelerate strongly and take corners confidently. Braking performance is also very good thanks to the carbon ceramic discs. Nice finish The
front part has a diameter of 398 mm and a thickness of 38 mm. At the rear they are 360 mm and 32 mm, respectively. As a result, the car needs only 107 meters to stop from 200 km/h.
Additionally, the Berlinetta offers everything you would expect from a car of this brand. In other words, an exquisite finish using materials such as carbon fiber. This applies, for example, to the construction of seats, gear shift paddles and door mirrors. Similarly, the right side features a prominent digital panel with a huge tachometer and gear engagement display. Leather and Alcantara upholstery is also included in the package.