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Ferrari SF90 Spider 4.0 V8 (1000 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid AWD F1
Overall Rating
Ferrari SF90:
The Ferrari SF90 is a Formula One racing car designed and constructed by Scuderia Ferrari to compete during the 2019 Formula One World Championship. The chassis was designed by Mattia Binotto, Enrico Cardile, Fabio Montecchi and David Sanchez with Corrado Iotti leading the powertrain design. It was driven by Sebastian Vettel and Charles Leclerc, who was making his debut for Scuderia Ferrari. The car made its competitive debut at the 2019 Australian Grand Prix....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Spider Overview:
Ferrari SF90 (Spider). With 800 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1670 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2.5 s). The top speed reaches 340 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a low-volume, high-performance supercar, the Ferrari SF90 Spider has not been independently crash-tested by Euro NCAP. However, it incorporates advanced active and passive safety systems inherent to modern Ferrari engineering, focusing on driver control and structural integrity.
4.0 V8 (1000 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid AWD F1 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This powertrain delivers mind-bending acceleration (0-100 km/h in 2.5s) and a top speed of 340 km/h, thanks to its combined 1000 Hp. The F1 DCT gearbox ensures lightning-fast shifts, making it incredibly responsive and thrilling on both road and track.
Fuel Economy
As a plug-in hybrid, it offers a modest all-electric range of 25 km, allowing for silent, emission-free urban driving. While overall fuel consumption for a supercar is high, the hybrid system provides a level of efficiency and environmental consideration unprecedented for a vehicle of this performance class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Phenomenal 1000 Hp plug-in hybrid powertrain with instant torque.
- • Blistering acceleration and top speed, setting new performance benchmarks.
- • Advanced AWD system for superior traction and handling.
- • Exhilarating open-top driving experience with the Spider variant.
- • Innovative F1-derived technology and stunning design.
- • Short all-electric range for urban commuting.
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and running costs.
- • Limited practicality with minimal trunk space (74L).
- • Complex hybrid system could lead to higher maintenance costs.
- • Ride can be firm, typical of a high-performance supercar.
- • Exclusivity means it's not for everyone.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Stradale: 2019 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ferrari |
| Model: | SF90 |
| Generation: | Spider |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 V8 (1000 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid AWD F1 |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 780 Hp @ 7500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 195.5 Hp/l [6mm less] |
| Torque: | 800 Nm @ 6000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F 154 FA More details about the engine F 154 FA |
| Engine displacement: | 3990 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 8000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 340 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 1.7 kg/Hp, 598.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.1 kg/Nm, 479 Nm/tonne |
| Max speed (electric): | 135 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.4 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 29.5 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1670 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 74 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4704 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Width: | 1973 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1191 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2649 mm mm [89mm more] |
| Front track: | 1679 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1652 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. One electric motor drives the rear wheels. Two electric motors drive the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | F1 DCT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 398x38 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/35 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 20 |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 7.9 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Behind the back wall of the passenger cabin |
| System power: | 1000 Hp |
| All-electric range: | 25 km |
| Electric motor power: | 135 Hp |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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