Ferrari unveils Scuderia Spider 16M (limited to 499 units)

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Ferrari has chosen to unveil the new Scuderia Spider 16M at the World Finals in Mugello in celebration of its victory in the Formula 1 Constructor’s World Championship 2008. This new high performance sports car features the very best of Ferrari’s latest mid-rear-engined 8-cylinder technology.

Scuderia Spider 16M is faster round the Fiorano circuit than any other Prancing Horse open-top road car yet built. Only 499 unique examples will be produced. No information on the pricing, but we are sure that all 499 units are pretty much sold already Coupe base price starts at $277,000 in the US, Spider will most likely cost around $350,000-$400,000.

The Scuderia Spider 16M is available in a choice of two new signature color schemes: the standard version is black with grey trim, while a tricolor livery is also available as part of the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalisation Programme.

Scuderia Spider has a dry weight of 1340 Kg (80 kg lighter than the F430 Spider). This, combined with the 510 hp provided by its V8 engine and a power-to-weight ratio of 2.6 kg/hp, means that it delivers blistering 0-100 kph (0-62 mph) acceleration in just 3.7 seconds and a superb top speed of 315 kph.

Main specs:

Naturally aspirated mid-rear 90° V8, 4308 cc
Maximum power output 375.4 kW (510 hp) at 8500 rpm
Maximum torque 470 Nm (47.7 Kgm) at 5250 rpm
Max engine speed 8640 rpm (at limiter)

Six-speed plus Reverse F1 gearbox
Dry dual clutch
Electronic differential E-diff + F1-Trac
Oil gearbox lubrication with oil/water heat exchanger

Acceleration 0-100 km/h 3.7 s
Maximum speed 315 kph
Fuel consumption 15.7 l/100 km (combined ECE)
Dry weight * 1340 kg (-80 kg vs F430 Spider)
Fuel tank capacity 95 litres
19″ five-spoke split rims front and rear
Tires: 235/35 front and 285/35 rear; Fabbrica Pirelli PZero Corsa only

Source: Ferrari