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The 2003 575 M Maranello is the latest model produced by Ferrari and is an evolutionary successor to the 550 Maranello. It's new code number, 575, refers to its
increase in engine capacity from 5500 to around 5750 cc, which has resulted in increased power and torque.The letter "M" stands for "Modified," underlining the fact
that every area of the model's performance has been worked on. The most obvious change is the introduction of an F1 type gear change; the first time this has been used on a road going 12 cylinder Ferrari.
The interior of the 575M Maranello has been extensively revised, in order to make it more sporty and functional. In keeping with the car's increased performance, the aim has been to improve the efficiency of how the driver controls the car. The objectives fixed for the new V12 engine in the 575M Maranello were to increase both the power curve as well as the torque, when compared with the 550 Maranello. It now has a maximum power output of 515 CV (379 Kw) at 7250 rpm and maximum torque of 60 Kgm at 5250 rpm (588.6 Nm.) The optimum weight distribution, with a 50-50 split between the axles, with the driver on-board, has been achieved thanks to a transaxle design which features a combined rear mounted gearbox and differential unit with conical torque and autolocking differential in the same unit
The transmission on the new 575M Maranello is also fitted with the electro-hydraulic "F1" control unit mounted at the rear of the car, in order to minimise response time and
to ensure a favourable operating temperature. The use of the F1 gearchange on the 575M Maranello has been developed specifically with the aim of reducing gearchange
time and is integrated with the damping control, at the moment a gear is selected. One of the factors which has the biggest impact on the car's road-holding is the new
adaptive set-up, based on a system of independently controlled damping at all four corners of the car. The system is capable of selecting the ideal ride height for any
condition, with two choices: Sport, which is selected for a more sporty ride, improving traction and Comfort, which gives a more comfortable ride, absorbing road bumps. |
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