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Peter S�derlund /328 GTB -88 (Corsa)
Junior Member
Username: Corsa
Post Number: 243
Registered: 4-2001
| | Posted on Friday, August 16, 2002 - 7:21 am: | |
Hmm.
The thing is that a standard Enzo got 1600 lb downforce at 300 km/h. That means that it is possible to use the steering wheel without dying. Could be worth something for those who dares at Eau Rouge...
No guts no glory.
Ciao
Peter |
Hubert Otlik (Hugh)
Junior Member
Username: Hugh
Post Number: 179
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 6:58 pm: | |
Ernesto:
Murray's right, however, I just don't understand how Ferrari-if they are trying to topple the F1-could have let the Enzo fall short, not that I wouldn't take one in a heart beat. But, all the figures on the F1 are published, I'd like to see what comes along next.
-hubert |
Ernesto (T88power)
Member
Username: T88power
Post Number: 584
Registered: 2-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 6:53 pm: | |
These were Gordon Murrey's comments in CAR Magazine:
"In 12 years we thought we'd be eclipsed by something, but most people who have recently driven an F1 still regard it as the best driver's car.
The F50 fell way short and they've fallen short again - significantly short. There's not one area where it even comes close. The F1 is much more sophisticated altogether; it has more soundproofing, upholstery, and real luggage space.
Ferrari's beginning to get it right with the layout and the engine will probably be the best part, but the Enzo can't be better than the F1. Top speeds won't compare because of drag the Ferrari has too much frontal area. Accelleration depends on how you're geared, but essentially its only torque over weight and if you look at the figures the F1 has the same torque and is 200kg lighter.
Ferrari shouldn't have any problems selling the Enzo, of course. It's more a car for collectors, and it's going to go to collectors. The F1 is the only modern supercar that's going up in value, and the reason is that people still buy them to drive them. The Enzo obviously isn't going to top the F1, and to be honest I think Ferrari will stop trying, really. Then we will see who comes along next, I suppose. " |
Hubert Otlik (Hugh)
Junior Member
Username: Hugh
Post Number: 177
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 6:39 pm: | |
Personally, I think it's the most beautiful Ferrari ever built; too bad it's still short of the watermark supercar, the McLaren. |
Erich Walz (Deleteall)
Junior Member
Username: Deleteall
Post Number: 116
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 2:48 pm: | |
Autoweek does an awesome job of reviewing of specialty cars. They are without a doubt the best at showing off the car and shutting up unless necessary. I actually sent them a letter complementing them on their review of the F-50. Lots of car still shots, lots of action shots, lots of noise. Hopefully, this will be as good.
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Ansgar Schürmeyer (Taunus)
New member
Username: Taunus
Post Number: 30
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 2:26 pm: | |
I have already seen a testdrive on german tv in a show named Sportauto TV. Fascinating !!! |
Tim N (Timn88)
Intermediate Member
Username: Timn88
Post Number: 1393
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 2:16 pm: | |
From the looks of the car, you wonder what kinf od trees they are and if the trees' flowers produce illegal substances. |
Kevin Horner (Boz)
New member
Username: Boz
Post Number: 4
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 1:50 pm: | |
I think the trees in the factory are a nice touch. Montezemolo really makes himself out to be a master of under-statement. |
Rikky Alessi (Ralessi)
New member
Username: Ralessi
Post Number: 5
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 12:13 pm: | |
Downside? I would personally consider that an upside ;-) |
BobD (Bobd)
Member
Username: Bobd
Post Number: 559
Registered: 3-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 10:10 am: | |
For $670K, each customer gets custom fitted seats. That's a hell of a deal. Downside, you've got to fly to Italy just to get your ass measured... |
bruce wellington (Bws88tr)
Member
Username: Bws88tr
Post Number: 726
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 10:09 am: | |
maybe chris sawyerr has raffle tickets for the "enzo" probably asking 5k a ticket |
Ron Thomas (Ronsupercar)
Member
Username: Ronsupercar
Post Number: 251
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2002 - 10:05 am: | |
I love this car the more I read about it..
What we need to do is find out when this episode will air on the Speed Network.. Autoweek usually airs what they print... |
Ernesto (T88power)
Member
Username: T88power
Post Number: 579
Registered: 2-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2002 - 10:04 pm: | |
Incredible... but at 3,000lbs, a little heavy and 400lbs heavier than the McLaren F1. This thing better kick the F1's ass is lap times, or it will be VERY embarassing.... |
C. Smith (Italianauto)
Junior Member
Username: Italianauto
Post Number: 116
Registered: 10-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2002 - 9:52 pm: | |
The Enzo is 30 seconds shy of an F1 car???....WOW!!....can't even imagine the feel of a formula 1 car now....I rode in a F40 on the track and it was incredible experience...guess I was just riding on the kiddie ride.... |
Andre Vieira (Goggles_pisano)
New member
Username: Goggles_pisano
Post Number: 39
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2002 - 9:27 pm: | |
quote:Its Fiorano record lap is in the one-minute, 25-second range, fully five seconds quicker than an F50, though nearly 30 seconds shy of a genuine F2002 F1 race car.
Read all about it!
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