Schumacher Fine Tunes The California
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Michael Schumacher working on the Ferrari California at the Fiorano track.
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Michael Schumacher working on the Ferrari California at the Fiorano track with test drivers Dario Benuzzi and Raffaele
De Simone.
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Michael Schumacher working on the Ferrari California at the Fiorano track with test drivers Dario Benuzzi and Raffaele
De Simone.
SCHUMACHER FINE TUNES THE CALIFORNIA
Michael Schumacher is currently completing the track and road development stages of the Ferrari California, the new
8-cylinder model due to be officially unveiled at the Paris International Motor Show on October 2nd this year.
The seven times Formula 1 world champion has been involved in the development of the latest Prancing Horse road car
since its inception and has worked with Ferrari’s team of engineers, technicians and test-drivers on honing the car in
general, but more specifically on optimising its performance parameters.
“I have to say that, as with the 430 Scuderia, participating in the project since the very beginning has been really
fascinating and great fun,” commented Schumacher at the end of a test session at the Fiorano circuit. “Although the cars
are very different, they both offer absolutely unique driving pleasure
because of the inherently sporty character of all of the cars that come out of Maranello. The 430 Scuderia is, of
course, a more extreme model with a focus on absolutely cutting-edge performance. However, although the Ferrari
California is very much a Grand Tourer in terms of its usability and high level of interior comfort, it is still
surprisingly sporty and fun to drive under any kind of conditions.”
Schumacher also recently addressed the Ferrari dealer convention in Maranello and explained the differences between the
two 8-cylinders: “They were designed to meet different requirements: the 430 Scuderia is aimed at drivers who want the
very essence of a Ferrari and will get it out on the track as often as they can.
“The Ferrari California, on the other hand, is designed for everyday use and for weekends away whilst still guaranteeing
all of the emotional impact that only an authentic Ferrari can deliver.”
Michael Schumacher’s contribution to the development of the Ferrari California has resulted in a car that delivers
extraordinary performance: it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 4 seconds, delivering superb driving pleasure
whilst still being exceptionally comfortable and versatile.
ENDS