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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