Ferrari Monza SP explained

Ferrari Monza SP1
Ferrari Monza SP2
Class:Sports car (S)
Manufacturer:Ferrari N.V.
Production:2019–2022 [1]
Model Years:2019–2023 [2]
Assembly:Maranello, Italy
Designer:Ferrari Styling Centre under the direction of Flavio Manzoni
Body Style:2-door speedster
Related:Ferrari 812 Superfast
Layout:Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Engine:6.5 L F140 GC V12
Transmission:7-speed dual clutch
Wheelbase:27200NaN0
Length:46570NaN0
Width:19960NaN0
Height:11550NaN0
Sp:uk

The Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 are limited production sports cars produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Ferrari, introduced in 2018 for the 2019 model year. The cars mark the start of a new lineage of models called the "Icona" series, a program aimed at creating special cars inspired by classic Ferrari models, all to be produced in limited series. The first cars of the new lineage are the Monza SP1 and SP2, whose designs are inspired by the 750 Monza, 250 Testarossa and 166 MM.[3] [4] The SP1 and SP2 nomenclature refers to the number of seats for each model. 499 units were built[5] at a price of €1.58 million before options.

Specifications

Engine

Both the SP1 and SP2 are powered by a variant of the naturally aspirated 64961NaN1 F140 GA V12 found in the 812 Superfast. The engine has been tuned to generate 7.40NaN0 more than the engine in the 812, for a total of 5960NaN0 at 8,500 rpm and 719Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm, making them at the time, the most powerful factory Ferrari V12 road cars ever produced until the release of the 812 Competizione and Competizione A in 2021 featuring an upgraded F140 V12 producing 820-1NaN-1.[6] [7]

Chassis

The chassis is loosely based on the 812 and both the SP1 and SP2 cars feature carbon fibre composite bodywork. The SP1 weighs 3306abbr=onNaNabbr=on, while the two-seat SP2 is 45abbr=onNaNabbr=on heavier at 3351abbr=onNaNabbr=on.[8] The strength of the composite bodywork allows for the inclusion of a large clamshell hood.

Performance

Manufacturer claimed performance figures for both of the cars include a NaNkm/h acceleration time of 2.9 seconds, NaNkm/h acceleration time of 7.9 seconds and a top speed that exceeds 186abbr=onNaNabbr=on.[9]

Design

The SP1 and SP2 feature low slung, carbon fibre speedster bodywork inspired by early, post-war Ferrari race cars such as the 166 MM, as well as the 250 Testarossa and 750 Monza.[10] The SP1 is a single-seater, with the driver's position situated to one side of the car, while the SP2 has two seats separated by a center section. Both of the cars feature small scissor doors and don't have windshields, instead relying on a patented system Ferrari calls the "Virtual Windshield", which is supposed to deviate airflow away from the driver. In 2020, Ferrari Styling Centre was awarded the Compasso d’Oro industrial design award for the Monza SP1.[11] Award was received by Flavio Manzoni and Jane Reeve.[12] All the cars are painted at Carrozzeria Zanasi in Maranello.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Gaze in awe at the very last Ferrari Monza SP1 .
  2. Web site: Here is the Final Ferrari Monza to Ever be Built . 6 April 2022 .
  3. Web site: Ferrari Monza SP1 e SP2 - Official Website. monza.ferrari.com. en. 2018-10-02.
  4. News: Ferrari unveils Monza SP1 and SP2 speedsters in Maranello . 18 September 2018 . autocar.co.uk.
  5. News: Single-seat Ferrari Monza SP1 will cost seven figures. Gastelu. Gary. 2018-09-18. Fox News. 2018-09-19. en-US.
  6. Web site: Ferrari 812 Competizione - Ferrari.com. www.ferrari.com. 1 April 2023.
  7. News: The Ferrari Monza SP1 Is a Wild 812-Based Speedster. 2018-09-18. Road & Track. 2018-09-18. en-US.
  8. News: Ferrari Monza SP1, SP2 roadsters put 800 hp and the wind in your face. 2018-09-18. Roadshow. 2018-09-18. en.
  9. News: At the Unveiling of the $1.4 Million Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2. Stecher. Nicolas. The Drive. 2018-09-18. en-US.
  10. Web site: Ferrari plans to launch Monza retro-styled supercar. Malan. Andrea. September 18, 2018. autonews.com.
  11. Web site: FERRARI MONZA SP1 AND BREMBO WIN THE COMPASSO D'ORO AWARD. autodesignmagazine.com. 9 September 2020. 28 October 2020.
  12. Web site: The Ferrari Monza SP1 wins the 2020 Compasso d'Oro. ferrari.com. 28 October 2020.