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Ferrari 412 I 4.9 V12 (340 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ferrari 412:
Ferrari used its 412 designation in a number of race and road models, called for the overall engine displacement and number of cylinders of the Jano V12 or Colombo V12 engines; or for the displacement of a single cylinder for the Tipo F101-engined grand tourers. Formula One cars were named after number of valves per cylinder and for the number of cylinders....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Ferrari 412 (I). With 451 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1805 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.7 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ferrari 412 I was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP in 1997, and therefore, no official safety ratings are available. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards.
4.9 V12 (340 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers robust V12 power with a more engaging and responsive feel thanks to the manual transmission, offering true classic Ferrari driving dynamics and quicker acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption (18.2 l/100 km), reflecting its powerful V12 nature, though marginally better than the automatic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic Ferrari V12 engine sound and performance
- • Elegant, understated Pininfarina styling
- • Luxurious and comfortable grand touring capabilities
- • Exclusivity and potential for classic car appreciation
- • Spacious 2+2 interior for a classic Ferrari
Cons:
- • Very high running and maintenance costs
- • Dated technology and safety features
- • Poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Complex mechanicals requiring specialist care
- • Automatic transmission can feel sluggish by modern standards
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ferrari |
| Model: | 412 |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.9 V12 (340 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 340 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 451 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F101EL |
| Engine displacement: | 4943 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 18 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 29.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 18.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.3 kg/Hp, 188.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 249.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1805 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 116 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4810 mm mm |
| Width: | 1798 mm mm |
| Height: | 1314 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Tires size | 240/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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