Ferrari introduces 12Cilindri Manuale, limited to 1,499 units
New Delhi, July 6
Ferrari has introduced Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale, a limited-edition version, as per a statement by the company.
The naturally aspirated V12 engine is paired with a new manual control architecture featuring a gear lever and clutch-by-wire pedal to deliver a modern manual driving experience, while also offering the option of fully automatic driving.
Limited to 1,499 units, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale can also be driven in fully automatic mode. "The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale is offered as a limited series of just 1,499 cars, a number that recalls the displacement of the first Ferrari twelve-cylinder engine produced in 1947, becoming an integral part of the new model's identity," the release added.
The car is offered through Ferrari's Tailor Made personalisation programme, featuring exclusive specifications that combine bespoke craftsmanship, distinctive design and meticulous attention to detail.
Powering the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale is a naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 engine producing 830 hp and revving up to 9,500 rpm. The car has a top speed of over 340 km/h and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 3.0 seconds.
"Within this balance, the naturally aspirated V12 is the ideal engine for enhancing the progression and handling of gear changes, thanks to its rev range extending up to 9,500 rpm and the character of its power at high revs," the release added.
The release further said that the new Manuale by-wire system combines Ferrari's eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with a newly developed manual control setup featuring a gear lever, clutch-by-wire pedal, control panel and updated transmission software.
Inside the cabin of the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale, the centre tunnel console, gear lever, gear shift gate and pedals reinterpret Ferrari's classic manual transmission design in a modern form.
The gear shift gate follows a six-speed layout with reverse positioned at the top left, while the aluminium gear knob features a backlit display indicating all six gears and the active driving mode (automatic or manual), as per the release.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Okay this is epic. But let's be real, Ferrari making a 'manuale' with clutch-by-wire and saying it can also be fully automatic is slightly funny – it's like a hybrid manual. Though I appreciate the nod to history with the 1,499 number. India might get only 2-3 of these, and they'll probably live in some Delhi billionaire's collection forever. Would love to see one screaming on a race track though!
Ferrari has been playing safe with automatics for years. This is a beautiful tribute to the purists, but honestly, a clutch pedal in 2024 traffic? In Bengaluru or Delhi, you'll regret it in 10 minutes. Still, respect for keeping the V12 alive while everyone else downsizes. 830 hp and 340 kph top speed – absolutely insane. 😍
A manual V12 Ferrari? Yes please. The fact they kept the naturally aspirated engine when everyone is going turbo or hybrid is a statement. This is a collector's dream – limited to 1,499, Tailor Made program, that backlit gear knob... Ferrari knows how to make you spend crores. I have a feeling some of these will end up in Dubai or Mumbai garages as works of art rather than being driven. Shame, but understandable for a crore+ machine.
Ok the tech is impressive – clutch-by-wire? That's crazy advanced. But honestly, I feel this manual thing is a bit of a gimmick for the rich who want to feel like 'proper drivers.' In real life, how many of these 1,499 owners will actually shift gears daily? Maybe 5%. Still, the 6.5 litre V12 roaring to 9500 rpm is a piece of art. Ferrari keeps making beautiful noises while everyone else is going quiet.
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