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Ferrari 599 GTO (2010–2012): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari 599 GTO. Revealed in 2010 as a road‑legal evolution of the track‑only 599XX, the 599 GTO became Ferrari’s fastest production car at the time. It featured extensive weight savings, aerodynamic revisions, and an uprated 670 hp V12 derived from the 599XX, paired with F1‑calibrated electronics. Only 599 units were produced.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door Berlinetta
Designer: Pininfarina under Jason Castriota
Layout: Front mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 2010–2012 (599 units)
Aerodynamics and Design
Underbody: Flat floor with airflow diffusers and 599XX-derived rear diffuser
Front aero: Modified splitter, sharper grille, and brake cooling ducts
Downforce: Enhanced aerodynamic load compared to 599 GTB
Weight savings: 100 kg (220 lb) reduction from 599 GTB Fiorano
Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase: 2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length: 4,710 mm (185.4 in)
Width: 1,962 mm (77.2 in)
Height: 1,326 mm (52.2 in)
Dry weight: 1,495 kg (3,296 lb)
Kerb weight: 1,605 kg (3,538 lb)
Weight distribution: 47% front / 53% rear
Fuel tank capacity: 105 L (27.7 US gal)
Boot capacity: 320 L (11.3 cu ft)
Engine and Powertrain
Engine type: 6.0 L naturally aspirated V12 (F140 CE)
Displacement: 5,999 cc
Maximum power: 670 cv (661 hp; 493 kW) @ 8,250 rpm
Maximum torque: 620 Nm (457 lb‑ft) @ 6,500 rpm
Maximum revs: 8,400 rpm (limiter)
Transmission: 6-speed F1 automated manual (single clutch)
Drivetrain: Rear‑wheel drive
Shift time: 60 ms
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 3.3 s
0–200 km/h (0–124 mph): 9.8 s
Top speed: 335 km/h (208 mph)
Braking distance 100–0 km/h: 32.5 m (106.6 ft)
Braking distance 200–0 km/h: 131.0 m (429.8 ft)
Wheels and Braking
Front brakes: 398 × 38 mm carbon‑ceramic discs, 6‑piston calipers
Rear brakes: 360 × 32 mm carbon‑ceramic discs, 4‑piston calipers
Front tires: 285/30 ZR20
Rear tires: 315/35 ZR20
Related
The models listed below share a connection with the Ferrari 599 GTO.
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
The first car to wear the "GTO" badge. Designed for homologation in GT racing and now one of the most valuable cars ever built.
Photo: Spencer Modes
1984 Ferrari GTO
Revived the GTO nameplate for the Group B homologation car. Twin‑turbocharged V8, mid-engine layout, and limited to 272 units.
Photo: Andreas Birner
2006 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
The base model that the 599 GTO evolved from. It provided the chassis and drivetrain architecture.
Photo: Switchcars
2010 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta
Shares the same high‑revving V12 engine and limited production philosophy, reimagined as a convertible grand tourer.
Photo: 戴顗倫 / ATD Cartography
2010 Ferrari 599XX
A non‑street‑legal experimental track car that served as the basis for the 599 GTO. Its high‑revving V12 and advanced aero systems directly influenced the road‑going version.
Photo: Ferrari
2011 Ferrari SP30
A unique Special Projects car based on the 599 GTO platform, commissioned by a private collector.
Photo: Sami Sasso for RM Sotheby's
2015 Ferrari F12tdf
Successor in spirit to the 599 GTO. Track‑focused evolution of the F12berlinetta with rear-wheel steering and increased power.
Photo: Aaron Widdowson
2021 Ferrari 812 Competizione
The ultimate front‑engined V12 successor in the GTO lineage, continuing the hardcore limited-edition tradition.
Photo: @orrissphoto
