2010 Ferrari California Specs

First Test: 2010 Ferrari California

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First Test: 2010 Ferrari California

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2010 Ferrari California
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
Drivetrain layout	Front- engine, RWD
Engine type	90-deg,V-8, alum block/heads
Valvetrain	DOHC 4 valves/cyl
Displacement	262.2 cu in/4297cc
Compression ratio	12.2:1
Power (SAE net)	454 hp @ 7750 rpm
Torque (SAE net)	357 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Redline	8000 rpm
Weight to power	8.65 lb/hp
Transmission	7-speed twin-clutch auto
Axle/final-drive ratios	4.44:1/2.89:1
Suspension, front; rear	Control arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar/ multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering ratio	14.0:1
Turns lock-to-lock	2.6
Brakes, f;r	15.4-in; 14.2-in vented, drilled, carbon ceramic disc; 14.2-in vented, drilled, carbon ceramic disc, ABS
Wheels, f;r	8.5 x 19-in; 9.5 x 19-in, cast aluminum
Tires, f;r	245/40R19 94Y; 285/40R 19 103Y Pirelli P Zero
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase	105.1 in
Track, f/r	64.2/63.2 in
Length x width x height	179.6 x 74.9 x 51.5 in
Turning circle	37.7 ft
Curb weight	3916 lb
Weight dist., f/r	47/53 %
Seating capacity	2
Headroom, f/r	N/A
Legroom, f/r	N/A
Shoulder room, f/r	54.4 in
Cargo vol, top up/down	12.0/8.5 cu ft
TEST DATA
Acceleration to mph
0-30	1.3 sec
0-40	2.0
0-50	2.6
0-60	3.5
0-70	4.5
0-80	5.7
0-90	6.9
0-100	8.6
Passing, 45-65 mph	1.7
Quarter mile	11.9 sec @ 117.4 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph	100 ft
Lateral acceleration	0.99 g (avg)
Top-gear revs @ 60 mph	2400 rpm
CONSUMER INFO
Base price	$192,000
Price as tested	$209,071
Stability/traction control	Yes, yes
Airbags	Dual front, front side
Basic warranty	3 yrs/unlimited miles
Powertrain warranty	3 yrs/unlimited miles
Roadside assistance	3 yrs/unlimited miles
Fuel capacity	20.6 gal
EPA city/hwy econ	13/19 mpg
CO2 emissions	1.28 lb/mile
Recommended fuel	Unleaded premium

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