Ferrari’s first RHT convertible with a hybrid powertrain
The Spider version of the SF90 Stradale has finally made its debut and it appears that Ferrari has taken all that time — over one and a half years, to develop a new retractable hard top (RHT) that looks very seamless, neat and discreet.
The RHT takes about 14 seconds to open and can be operated even when the car is on the move — usually at up to 50 km/h (31 mph). Made mostly of aluminium, the SF90 Spider’s RHT is claimed to be around 40 kg (88 lbs) lighter than a conventional RHT. As with most convertibles these days, there’s an electric window at the rear — between the buttresses, to ensure occupant comfort.
Also, Ferrari said that the goal was to maintain the Stradale’s performance levels with the RHT deployed; minimizing aerodynamic turbulence, and of course, taking care of the noise when the RHT is up. The Spider retains the shut-off Gurney at the rear — an active system that varies downforce over the rear axle, and the underbody vortex generator strakes at the front.
As with the Stradale, the Spider too can be had with the Assetto Fiorano pack that includes GT racing-derived Multimatic shock absorbers; high-performance materials (made of carbon-fibre and titanium) that are claimed to shave 21 kg (46.3 lbs) off the car’s weight; a carbon-fibre rear spoiler, road-homologated Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, and an optional two-tone livery.
Moving on to the business end of the story, the hybrid powertrain with a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo and three electric motors offer a combined 735 kW (1,000 metric hp) — same as the Stradale. A 0-100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration is claimed to happen in 2.5 seconds, which is also the same as its fixed roof sibling.
The Spider’s dry weight with optional extras is claimed to be 1,670 kg (3,682 lbs), which is 100 kg (220 lbs) more than the Stradale’s.
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