Kamal Ghorui
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya has been known for his good taste in cars. After having won the T20 world cup recently, the star all-rounder was recently spotted driving the stunning Ferrari 12Cilindri, Ferrari’s newest front-engined V12 grand tourer in Mumbai. A video of the cricketer behind the wheel surfaced on social media and quickly went viral. Here’a a quick look at what’s special about this car.
Hardik Pandya’s Ferrari 12Cilindri: Key details
The 12Cilindri is a special car because it continues Ferrari’s long tradition of front-engine V12 grand tourers. Its design takes inspiration from the Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona, a legendary model from the brand’s past. The new car features a long sculpted bonnet, sleek LED headlamps and a very clean, minimalist front design. Ferrari has also focused heavily on aerodynamics while designing the 12Cilindri. The body includes active aerodynamic elements that help improve stability at higher speeds.
Ferrari 12Cilindri: Engine specs
Powering the Ferrari 12Cilindri is a massive 6.5-litre NA V12 engine. The motor produces around 830 hp and 678 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Performance figures are equally impressive, with the supercar capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in about 2.9 seconds and reaching a top speed of over 340 kmph. This makes it one of the fastest front-engined grand tourers Ferrari has ever built.
Inside, the Ferrari 12Cilindri follows the brand’s modern dual-cockpit layout. The cabin features a 15.6-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver, a 10.25-inch central touchscreen for infotainment and climate controls, and an 8.8-inch display for the passenger. In India, the Ferrari 12Cilindri is priced from around Rs 8.50 crore, ex-showroom. However, reports suggest that the example driven by Hardik Pandya could cost close to Rs 12 crore depending on customisation and import duties.
