The Novitec Rosso Race 606 is based on the Ferrari California and will celebrate
its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2011. Its supercharged eight-cylinder
engine has 606 hp and propels this Italian sports car up to 202 mph (325 km/h).
At the heart of the
sports car lies the supercharged 4.3-liter V8-engine, which the Novitec Rosso
specialists developed specifically for this front-engine sports car.
The compressor system consists of a mechanical supercharger driven
by the crankshaft via a cogged V-belt. It produces a maximum boost pressure of
0.4 bar. The conversion also includes a water-to-air intercooler, a newly
designed intake manifold and larger injectors.
For better exhaust-gas
flow the high-performance engine is fitted with a flap-controlled Novitec Rosso
high-performance exhaust system with sport catalysts. The stainless-steel
exhaust system features four black-coated tailpipes and offers various sound
settings that are controlled by the Manettino button on the steering wheel. The
driver can choose between a more subdued and a markedly sporty exhaust note.
The
Novitec Rosso engine conversion bumps power output from standard 460 hp
to 606 hp at 7,900 rpm. Simultaneously peak torque jumps from 358 lb-ft (485 Nm) to
445 lb-ft (603 Nm) at 5,500 rpm.
Powered by this engine the Novitec Rosso
Race 606
delivers impressive performance. The sprint from 0 - 60 mph takes less than
3.6 seconds. Top speed increases to 202 mph (325 km/h).
Carbon-Fiber
Aerodynamic Components
At this level of
performance favorable aerodynamic properties are essential. The Novitec Rosso
designers went into the wind tunnel to develop body components that further
reduce lift on front and rear axle and thus contribute to further optimized
directional stability at high speed.
All parts of the
aerodynamic-enhancement package are made from matte clear-coated carbon-fiber,
making them especially light and yet highly resistant. The front and rear
spoilers together with the rear diffuser create an optimal aerodynamic balance
and are essential for the racing look of the sports car. Rocker panel blades,
side air outlets in the front fenders, mirror covers and the rear molding add
further thrilling highlights.
Also made entirely from carbon fiber is
the hood centerpiece, the radiator grille, the outer skin of the folding hardtop
and the taillight surrounds.
Wheels and Suspension
The motorsports look is rounded out with a
matte carbon-fiber coating of the three-piece Novitec Rosso NF3 wheels. To
further emphasize the wedge shape of the sports car the wheels were manufactured
in a staggered combination of size 9Jx21 for the front and in size 11.5Jx22 for
the rear axle. The matching PZero high-performance tires in sizes 255/30 ZR21
and 315/25 ZR22 are supplied by technology partner and Formula 1 supplier
Pirelli.
Specifically calibrated to this tire/wheel combination are the
Novitec Rosso sport springs, which lower the ride height of the Ferrari by some
35 millimeters. They are combined with a feature designed to further improve any
California's suitability for everyday use. The hydraulic front lift system is
activated at the push of a button in the cockpit. It raises the front of the car
by 40 millimeters and facilitates navigating speed bumps and parking garage
ramps. At a second push of the button or automatically upon reaching a speed of
50 mph (80 km/h) the front reverts to its original position.
Bespoke
Interior
The interior of the
Novitec Rosso Race 606 can also be customized extensively. The options include
scuff plates made from the same material as the aerodynamic-enhancement
components and longer shift paddles on the steering wheel.
Upon customer
request Novitec Rosso creates especially exclusive or extremely lightweight
interiors in any desired color. Request for more individualization can be
fulfilled with carbon-fiber elements that match the exterior and a safe-grip
steering wheel covered with suede or Alcantara.
