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Ferrari 575 GTC Evoluzione
After Ferrari had withdrawn from all racing but Formula 1 in the early 1970s, customers modified various models for competition use. Some with more success than the others, but with both the 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione and 550 GTS Maranello, class victories at Le Mans were scored. The success of the latter in the 2003 Le Mans race inspired Ferrari's client race department, 'Corse Clienti', to build a race ready version of Ferrari's latest Grand Tourer, the 575M Maranello.
Of the 550 Maranello, various independent developers produced competition versions, starting with the XL-Racing 550, but none were as successful as the Prodrive prepared examples. In 2003, 550s won their class at Le Mans and were victorious in the FIA GT Championship. With the 575 GTC, Ferrari aimed to give their customers a chance to race a fully factory prepared race car, but there is no intention to return to GT racing as a works team in the foreseeable future.
The road going 575M Maranello was extensively modified to suit the needs of racing in the GTS class. The Most important changes were made to the chassis and body. Although the basic tubular frame chassis was retained, it was strengthened and a roll-cage was added. A wider track and the extensive use of carbon fibre were also major modifications. The engine was enlarged to displace just under six litres and produce just over 600 bhp with the mandatory air-restrictors fitted.
In its racing debut at the 2003 Estoril FIA GT race, the 575 GTC scored a very promising first victory by beating the Prodive 550s, who finished in second and third. Unfortunately the success could not be matched in the following races, which is not uncommon considering the 575 GTC was a completely new racer. One thing the new car proved to be immdediately, was reliable.
Throughout the 2004 season, the teams running the 575 GTCs worked on getting on the pace with the Corvettes and 550 Maranellos. For 2005 Ferrari Clienti Corse released a new version of the 575 GTC, which should bring it up to pace with the ever stronger competition. WM
General specifications
Record last updated Before 12 / 01 / 2004
Country of origin Italy
Year of introduction 2005
Numbers built N/A
Body design Pininfarina
Weight 1100 kilo / 2425.1 lbs
Drivetrain
Engine 65ยบ V 12
Engine Location Mid , longitudinally mounted
Displacement 5.997 liter / 366 cu in
Valvetrain 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed Bosch Motronic ME7 Fuel injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Gearbox 6 speed Sequential
Drive Rear wheel drive
Performance figures
Power 605 bhp / 451 KW @ 6000 rpm
Torque 730 Nm / 538 ft lbs @ 5200 rpm
BHP/Liter 101 bhp / liter
Power to weight ratio 0.55 bhp / kg
Top Speed 335 km/h / 208 mph
0-60 mph Acceleration 3.5 s
After Ferrari had withdrawn from all racing but Formula 1 in the early 1970s, customers modified various models for competition use. Some with more success than the others, but with both the 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione and 550 GTS Maranello, class victories at Le Mans were scored. The success of the latter in the 2003 Le Mans race inspired Ferrari's client race department, 'Corse Clienti', to build a race ready version of Ferrari's latest Grand Tourer, the 575M Maranello.
Of the 550 Maranello, various independent developers produced competition versions, starting with the XL-Racing 550, but none were as successful as the Prodrive prepared examples. In 2003, 550s won their class at Le Mans and were victorious in the FIA GT Championship. With the 575 GTC, Ferrari aimed to give their customers a chance to race a fully factory prepared race car, but there is no intention to return to GT racing as a works team in the foreseeable future.
The road going 575M Maranello was extensively modified to suit the needs of racing in the GTS class. The Most important changes were made to the chassis and body. Although the basic tubular frame chassis was retained, it was strengthened and a roll-cage was added. A wider track and the extensive use of carbon fibre were also major modifications. The engine was enlarged to displace just under six litres and produce just over 600 bhp with the mandatory air-restrictors fitted.
In its racing debut at the 2003 Estoril FIA GT race, the 575 GTC scored a very promising first victory by beating the Prodive 550s, who finished in second and third. Unfortunately the success could not be matched in the following races, which is not uncommon considering the 575 GTC was a completely new racer. One thing the new car proved to be immdediately, was reliable.
Throughout the 2004 season, the teams running the 575 GTCs worked on getting on the pace with the Corvettes and 550 Maranellos. For 2005 Ferrari Clienti Corse released a new version of the 575 GTC, which should bring it up to pace with the ever stronger competition. WM
General specifications
Record last updated Before 12 / 01 / 2004
Country of origin Italy
Year of introduction 2005
Numbers built N/A
Body design Pininfarina
Weight 1100 kilo / 2425.1 lbs
Drivetrain
Engine 65ยบ V 12
Engine Location Mid , longitudinally mounted
Displacement 5.997 liter / 366 cu in
Valvetrain 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed Bosch Motronic ME7 Fuel injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Gearbox 6 speed Sequential
Drive Rear wheel drive
Performance figures
Power 605 bhp / 451 KW @ 6000 rpm
Torque 730 Nm / 538 ft lbs @ 5200 rpm
BHP/Liter 101 bhp / liter
Power to weight ratio 0.55 bhp / kg
Top Speed 335 km/h / 208 mph
0-60 mph Acceleration 3.5 s
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