Tuesday, September 14, 2010

2011 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Hybrid

The first car to feature Ferrari’s new hybrid powertrain is the 612 Scaglietti replacement. The car that’s set to be revealed in 2011 Geneva Motor Show will be powered by 550 hp version of the same Enzo V12 you find in the 599 GTB which is coupled to a 100 hp electric motor. This system has 35 percent better fuel efficiency than an equally powerful petrol-powered V12.
As for the looks, this luxurious four-seater Ferrari will receive a major facelift (it will probably be named something other than 612 as well) and inherits features from other Ferrari models currently in produciton. The front-end will be inspired by the 458, while the back-end will kinda look like the 599.
Of course nothing’s about the styling is confirmed yet, but what really matters is that it’ll be fast! Being a hybrid for Ferrari doesn’t mean there’s any compromise on power and speed.
source: AutoBild

Ferrari 328

The Ferrari 328 GTB and GTS was the successor to the Ferrari 308 GTB and GTS. While largely based on the 308 GTB and GTS respectively, small modifications were made to the body style and engine, including an increase in engine displacement to 3.2 L (3185 cc). 7,400 Ferrari 328s were produced by the time the model was replaced by the new 348 in 1989, bringing the total for the 308/328 generation to nearly 20,000. The 328 is considered by some Ferrari enthusiasts to be one of the most reliable Ferraris; unlike some models, most engine maintenance can be performed without lifting the engine from the vehicle

Necker Island (British Virgin Islands)

Necker Island is a small island in the British Virgin Islands just north of Virgin Gorda, located at 18°31′38″N 64°21′29″W / 18.52722°N 64.35806°W / 18.52722; -64.35806. All of the land on the island is owned by Sir Richard Branson, famous for his Virgin brand, and it is part of the Virgin Limited Edition portfolio of luxury properties. The entire island operates like a resort and can accommodate up to 26 guests.