| The Ferrari Challenge Stradale lines up alongside the 360 Modena and 360 Spider with the precise aim of giving drivers the performance and feel of a true racing car for road use. Ferrari technicians started with the aerodynamics, optimised all major mechanical systems and set out to achieve the lowest possible weight. |
| The Stradale's drastic weight loss, a total weight saving of 110 kg, is a significant achievement. The car has a racing suspension set-up (20% stiffer and 15mm lower) and aerodynamic modifications, which result in a 50% increase in downforce compared with the 360 Modena. |
| A key factor in the search for the best weight performance ratio for the Challenge Stradale was adopting a braking system comprising carbon-ceramic (CCM) discs developed for Formula 1. The system generates astounding performance and short braking distances. |
| Peak power output of the V8 engine has been raised to 425 bhp at 8,500 rpm for a power rating that exceeds 117 bhp/litre, making this the most powerful normally-aspirated V8 ever built by Ferrari. Reducing a car's weight brings a considerable increase in performance, particularly in pick-up and acceleration. The Stradale accelerates to 62 mph in just 4.1 seconds and reaches 124 mph in 13.9 seconds. |
| New Pirelli super-low (35%) profile P Zero Corsa tyres adopted specifically for the Challenge Stradale fitted on 19 inch Challenge-style wheels. They produce very high lateral acceleration (1.3g) while maintaining superb balance. |
| Layout: | Mid-engined, rear-wheel drive, two seater sports coupe |
| Chassis: | Aluminium part-monocoque, part-spaceframe structure |
| Front suspension: | Independent , double wishbones, titanium coil springs |
| Rear suspension: | Independent , double wishbones, titanium coil springs |
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| Engine: | Longitudinally-mounted 90° V8 |
| Materials: | Light alloy cylinder block and cylinder heads |
| Capacity: | 3,586 cc (3.6 litres) |
| Maximum power: | 425 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Timing gear: | Double overhead camshafts per cylinder bank |
| Valves: | 4 per cylinder, total 32 |
| Transmission: | Rear-mounted, manual, 5-speed gearbox + reverse |
| Rear axle: | Limited-slip differential, in unit with gearbox |
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| Overall length: | 4,477 mm |
| Width: | 1,922 mm |
| Height: | 1,199 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2,600 mm |
| Track: | 1,669 mm (front), 1,617mm (rear) |
| Kerb weight: | 1,180 kg |
| Tyres: | Pirelli super-low profile P Zero Corsa tyres |
| Fuel tank: | 95 litres (21.0 Imp gallons) |
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