FERRARI- 599 GTO -AWESOME CAR

Even though we brought you the spy shots ahead of the official release, seeing the final product makes us tingle. Horsepower is now at a ZR1 beating 661, while weight is down 430 lbs. to 3,295, which is actually lighter than the ZR1. Top speed is also increased to a nice 208 mph, while 0-60 is achieved in 3.35 secs. Hot damn.

Yea, so it’s extremely rare (599 units) and obscenely expensive (about $460,000) but for the looks and the speed, we’d pony up in a second.

599 GTO technical specifications

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Length: 4710 mm (185.4 in)

Width: 1962 mm (77.2 in)

Height: 1326 mm (52.2 in)

Wheelbase: 2750 mm (108.3 in)

Front track: 1701 mm (67.0 in)

Rear track: 1618 mm (63.7 in)

Dry weight*: 1495 kg (3296 lbs)

Kerb weight*: 1605 kg (3538 lbs)

Weight distribution: 47% front – 53% rear

Fuel tank capacity: 105 litres (27.7 US gal/23.1 UK/gal)

Boot volume: 320 litres (11.3 cu ft)

ENGINE

Type: V12 – 65°

Bore & stroke : 92 x 75.2 mm (3.62 x 2.96 in)

Unitary displacement: 499.9 cc (30.51 cu in)

Total displacement: 5999 cc (366.08 cu in)

Compression ratio: 11.2:1

Maximum power: 500 kW (670 CV) at 8250 rpm

Maximum torque : 620 Nm (457 lbs/ft) at 6500 rpm

GEARBOX

F1 6–speed + reverse

SUSPENSION

SCM2 – Magnetorheological Supension Control

TYRES

Front: 285/30 ZR20”

Rear: 315/35 ZR20”

CARBON-CERAMIC BRAKES

Front: 398 x 38 mm (15.7 x 1.5 in)

Rear: 360 x 32 mm (14.2 x 1.3 in)

ELECTRONIC CONTROLS

CST with F1-Trac: Traction and stability control

TPTMS: Tyre pressure and temperature monitoring system

PERFORMANCE

Maximum speed: over 335 km/h (over 208 mph)

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) : 3.35 sec

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Combined cycle (ECE)*: 17.5 l/100 km       

CO2 EMISSIONS

Combined cycle (ECE)*: 411 g/km

The new 2010 Ford Mustang, modestly updated mechanically but totally restyled inside and out, may just be the car that will make or break the struggling Detroit automaker. The modern interpretation of the classic pony car is even more sharp and striking than the well-received 2005-2009 Ford Mustang model, and it couldn't come at a better time.

Under the hood, the 2010 Mustang gets a modest power bump to 315 horsepower and 325 lb-ft. of torque in GT trim. A reworked suspension evolved from the suspension given to the Mustang Bullit special edition from the the current generation should provide a boost through the twisties, though sports car buyers will still be dismayed to hear that the next generation 2010 Mustang still does not get an independant suspension in the back.

From many angles, the 2010 Mustang body is a big improvement over the already beautiful current model. Creases are sharper and more pronounced, and if the outgoing car echos the styling of the classic 64 1/4 Mustang, the 2010 Ford-saver echoes the 1967 Mustang.

The same kind words can't be said, though, for the rear deck and taillight assembly. What is said to be an attempt to add visual interest and an extension of the main body line comes off looking like the 2010 Mustang got clipped by a raised truck in each rear corner in a parking lot somewhere.

Still, styling opinions are relative and the total 2010 Ford Mustang package is a visual success. Interior materials are much upgrades, and if the leather in consumer cars looks as supple as that in official Ford images, Mustang buyers are in for a treat.

The 2010 Mustang will be available in mid-2009 and will compete directly with the new Chevrolet Camaro. To stave off bankruptcy, Ford is pulling out all the stops. The new Mustang spells good things for the future of the American auto industry

2010 Ford Mustang Specifications

Drivetrain
Layout	Front Engine, RWD
Transmission	5 Speed Manual
Engine
Type:	Naturally Aspirated V8
Engine & Transmission
Displacement cu in (cc):	4.6 liters
Power bhp (kW) at RPM:	315 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:	325 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Exterior
Body Type	2 Door, 4 Seat Coupe
Curb Weight	3533 lbs.

Base Price: Unreleased. Outgoing Mustang GT model: $27,200