by wion drive news desk
At the Ferrari World Finals held at the Mugello Circuit, Ferrari unveiled the 499P Modificata, an exclusive limited-series vehicle designed for non-competitive track enthusiasts. This unveiling marked a significant moment, celebrating Ferrari's triumphant return to the premier class of endurance racing for the 2023 season.
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Crafted for an exceptionally exclusive group of enthusiasts, the 499P Modificata embodies a novel approach for Ferrari. It is a track-exclusive model born directly from a racing car, unfettered by the constraints typically imposed by technical regulations, setting it apart from traditional production models.
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The 499P Modificata represents a significantly enhanced iteration of the 499P, which achieved victory in the Centenary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June 2023. Its primary objective is to establish a fresh standard for exhilarating track performance.
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While the internal combustion engine (ICE) shares its architecture with the power unit installed in the 296 GT3, Ferrari's engineering team has undertaken a comprehensive revision to create specialized solutions and reduce the overall weight.
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The tail is characterised by a horizontal double wing, with the upper profile carefully designed to produce the required downforce. The lower wing also houses a light bar that lends the design of the rear end a decisive, minimalist character.
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The powertrain features a 200 kW (272 cv) electric motor complete with a differential and an Energy Recovery System (ERS) designed to replenish the battery through regenerative braking and deceleration.
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The hybrid powertrain of the Ferrari 499P Modificata melds a mid-rear positioned V6 internal combustion engine with an electric motor integrated into the front axle. This configuration empowers the system to unleash a formidable maximum power output of 640 kW (870 cv), unrestricted by FIA-ACO regulations.
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A multiple air intake for the V6 engine and for cooling the battery and gearbox dominates the car's roof.