Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Miniature 1:18: The Italian V12 that became a modern legend
Ferrari has always been synonymous with emotion, speed, and tradition. But in 2012, the Maranello-based brand raised the bar by introducing the Ferrari F12berlinetta, a sports car that combined the best of both worlds: elegance and brutality. With a naturally aspirated V12 engine producing over 700 hp, a design by Pininfarina, and advanced technology, the F12 earned the title of one of the most powerful Ferraris ever produced. Today, it is considered a modern classic and highly collectible.
CARS & CLASSIC
Driven Vauit
9/4/20252 min read
History and Origin
The Ferrari F12 was officially launched at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, replacing the 599 GTB Fiorano as the brand's flagship V12 Gran Turismo.
Its development had a clear objective: to combine track performance with road comfort. Therefore, Ferrari worked closely with Pininfarina and the Ferrari Styling Centre to create a design that was both functional and elegant.
At its launch, the F12 was considered the fastest road-going Ferrari ever made, surpassing even the legendary Enzo in some performance aspects.
Exclusivity and Cultural Impact
The Ferrari F12berlinetta marked an era as Ferrari's last great naturally aspirated V12 before the arrival of its successor, the 812 Superfast. This further increases its cultural and collectible value.
It quickly won over celebrities and famous collectors, becoming a fixture at luxury car and supercar events.
Furthermore, the F12 has shone in games like Forza Horizon and Gran Turismo, bringing younger audiences closer to the Ferrari legend.
Rare Facts
Faster than the Enzo: On the Fiorano circuit, the F12 completed the lap in 1:23, beating the Ferrari Enzo (1:24.9).
Innovative Aerobridge: It was the first Ferrari to use this aerodynamic system that redirects air around the sides of the car.
Award-Winning: It received design and engineering awards, including "Supercar of the Year" from Top Gear magazine in 2012.
Design and Engineering
The design of the Ferrari F12berlinetta is an Italian work of art. Every line of the bodywork was designed to improve aerodynamics and performance, without losing the classic Ferrari elegance.
Visual highlights:
Long and muscular front end with aggressive air intakes.
Aerobridge, an aerodynamic innovation that channels air along the side of the car to generate downforce.
A short, elegant rear end features Ferrari's trademark dual circular taillights.
A luxurious interior combines handcrafted Italian leather with carbon fiber and brushed aluminum.
The engineering is also impressive: the F12 uses aluminum for much of its bodywork, reducing weight without compromising rigidity.
Technical Specifications
The heart of the Ferrari F12 is a breathtaking naturally aspirated V12, one of the brand's last great naturally aspirated engines.
Engine: 6.3-liter naturally aspirated V12
Power: 740 hp at 8,250 rpm
Torque: 690 Nm at 6,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch (F1 DCT)
Weight: ~1,525 kg
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 3.1 seconds
Top speed: 340 km/h (210 mph)
Launch price: ~US$320,000 (today, on the collector's market, it can exceed US$500,000)
This combination made the F12 a true supercar, combining explosive performance with the refinement typical of an Italian Gran Turismo.
