Ferrari flagship follows V12 tradition

Ferrari has continued its line of V12-powered flagship models with the introduction of the 12Cilindri.

Italian for “12 cylinder”, the 12Cilindri effectively replaces the 812 Superfast as the firm’s core V12-powered model.

There’s no electrification in this classically inspired two-seater, with the V12 kicking out 819bhp and 678Nm of torque – up from the 788bhp you get from the 812 Superfast.

Performance remains brisk with 0-60mph coming in just 2.7 seconds, while the 12Cilindri has a top speed of 211mph.

Underneath, there’s an aluminium chassis which has a 20mm shorter wheelbase compared to the 812 Superfast. In addition – and thanks to improved stiffness – the 12Cilindri manages to be 15% more rigid than the model which came before it.

The exterior takes its inspiration from Ferrari GT cars of the 1950s and ’60s, with a long wheelbase and drawn-out bonnet giving it a classic overall appearance.

Inside, there’s a twoseater configuration while three screens give access to a variety of information.

A convertible version of the 12Cilindri, named Spider, is being launched at the same time.

Ferrari hasn’t announced UK pricing for the 12Cilindri as yet but has revealed that the flagship will cost 395,000 euros in Italy, which would put it at around £338,000.