2010 Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE

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Ferrari is known to make the best sports cars in the world and the Ferrari 599 GTB is undoubtedly one of them. But the Maranello based manufacturer doesn’t like making a good car, their goal is to create a masterpiece. This is where the 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE comes into play. The HGTE stands for Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione, which therefore means that the evolution of the standard 599 is not necessarily more powerful but is made to handle better. This is thanks to brand new adjustable suspension, stiffer springs, stiffer rear anti-roll bar and stickier tires. The 599 HGTE is nothing new as its was released at the Geneva Motor Show in March but a new set of pictures have just been released. Note that there are no noticeable exterior modifications to the 599 and that the HGTE packages comes in when the 599 has already reached half of it’s life expectancy. Incase you weren't aware, Ferrari has also created a XX (laboratory version) of the 599 similar to the Enzo FXX called the Ferrari 599XX.

Specifications:
ENGINE:	6.0 liter V12	0-100km/h (62mph):	3.7 seconds
ASPIRATION:	Natural	TOP SPEED:	330km/h (205mph)
HP:	620hp	WEIGHT/HP:	2.73kg/hp
HP/LITER:	103.3 hp/liter	1/4 MILE:	-
TORQUE:	448 lb-ft	PRODUCTION:	-
WEIGHT:	1690kg (3725lbs)	PRICE:	-

Ferrari Press Release

FERRARI AT GENEVA WITH THE HGTE PACKAGE FOR THE 599 GTB FIORANO

Geneva, March 3rd 2009 – The 79th Geneva International Motor Show provides the venue for Ferrari to announce two new pieces of good news: the arrival of the Handling GT Evoluzione (HGTE) package for the 599 GTB Fiorano and the world debut of the 599XX which is aimed at a select group of clients. The latter new car incorporates the most advanced technologies resulting from Ferrari's road-going and F1 research. Many of the technological solutions it carries are being used for the first time and have been developed exclusively for this special car.

The HGTE package is designed to deliver even sportier, more dynamic driving, to highlight the 599 GTB Fiorano's positioning in the "sports car" segment. The technical modifications introduced with the HGTE Package to the car's set-up and tyres ensure tighter, more dynamic handling, with sharper cornering and improved responsiveness whilst still being easy to drive. The HGTE package further underlines the 599 GTB Fiorano's different mission from Ferrari's other current 12-cylinder, the 612 Scaglietti which, along with the 8-cylinder Ferrari California, represents the Grand Tourer personality of the Prancing Horse's current range.

599 GTB Fiorano with the Handling GTE package

When it first debuted, the 599 GTB Fiorano set a new standard in terms of performance that remains a benchmark for new sports car development to this day. Now Ferrari is introducing the new Handling GTE (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) package for the model to further underscore its sportiness and handling.

The package includes a modified set-up with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar as well as new calibration settings for the magnetorheological shock absorbers when the manettino is at its sportier settings. The ride height has also been lowered which in turn lowers the car's centre of gravity. This combined with the new set-up helps improve body control. The package also includes specifically optimised tyres featuring a compound that offers even better grip.

The car's electronics have also evolved to ensure even more prompt response to driver commands. The F1 gearbox's shifts are now even faster in high-performance settings, while a new engine software strategy has improved accelerator response.

The exhaust silencer has also been modified with the result producing an even more marked and thrilling sound under hard usage whilst still delivering just the right comfort levels at cruising speed.

From a styling point of view, the package also includes some distinctively sporty exterior and interior features with carbon-fibre widely used in the latter. The 20" split-rim wheels are new with a special diamond-cut and matte silver finish. The rear diffuser is finished in matte black to underscore the car's new set-up and highlight the chromed tail pipes. The cabin is sportier too thanks to a sophisticated mix of full-grain leather, black Alcantara® and carbon-fibre trim.

The new seats are trimmed in a new two-tone combination of leather with black Alcantara® inserts, and the seat backs are trimmed entirely in carbon-fibre. Embroidered in contrasting stitching on the headrest are a Prancing Horse and the words "Handling GTE".

Engine
Configuration 65º V 12
Location Front, longitudinally mounted
Construction alloy block and head
Displacement 5.998 liter / 366 cu in
Bore / Stroke 92.0 mm (3.6 in) / 75.2 mm (3 in)
Compression 11.2:1
Valvetrain 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated

Drivetrain
Chassis/body aluminum spaceframe
Suspension (fr/r) Magnetoreological damping control SCM
Steering rack-and-pinion, power assisted
Brakes ventilated carbon-ceramic discs, all-round, ABS
Gearbox paddle-operated 6 speed Automatic
Drive Rear wheel drive

Dimensions
Weight 3725 lbs
Length / Width / Height 4665 mm (183.7 in) / 1962 mm (77.2 in) / 1336 mm (52.6 in)
Wheelbase / Track (fr/r) 2750 mm (108.3 in) / 1690 mm (66.5 in) / 1618 mm (63.7 in)

Performance figures
Power 620 bhp @ 7600 rpm
Torque 448 ft lbs @ 5600 rpm
BHP/Liter 103 bhp / liter
Power to weight 0.37 bhp / kg

(Source:Jalopnik)