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New Ferrari F450 Mule

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Tampa Sports Car Examiner

The new Ferrari F450 Mule is a very sleek sports car. This hot new coupe for two sounds like it really packs a punch. The track footage shows it handling corners and accelerating with ease. Naturally talented at performance, this Ferrari hugs the pavement while unleashing it's power through the wheels. The exhaust screams Ferrari and compliments the styling efforts of capturing power from the wind. Huge intakes mounted on either side of this beast signify it's existence with pleasure.

When the new Ferrari F450 Mule hits the pavement, the world will know it. This spy footage was found on youtube and illustrates the capabilities of the vehicle on a track, and in city environments. Just like all Ferrari models, this one stands out from the crowd and makes a statement. 

Ferrari F450 Mule specifications:

  • 4.5 liter V8 engine
  • At least 500 hp
  • Excellent handling
  • Exterior intake duct work
  • 10,000+ RPM
  • Enzo inspired design
  • "The mini-Enzo"
  • Top speed monster

The expected public release of the Ferrari F450 Mule is sometime in September, and possibly at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Ferrari is known for surprises, it is rumored to show up at the Tampa Auto Show during fall of 2009 as well. Ferrari has made a good move with the F450 Mule, and the world of Ferrari fans anticipates it's release.

Ferrari F450 information:

"I can't wait to get behind the wheel of the F450 Mule", an avid Ferrari enthusiast told me. The new design and high power engine in a smaller size Ferrari is going to be an amazing performance package. Previous models of Ferrari such as the Enzo were thought to be too big; the F450 Mule is just the right size! Fans everywhere are excited, on to the spy footage!

Video content: Ferrari F450 Mule spy footage

The Ferrari F450 design:

This new Ferrari looks like a power house with it's short flow intake and exhaust path. The common rule applies; "the faster the air gets in and out the better!" With short duct intake and short exhaust piping, this Ferrari is going to be a beast. It sounds like it's tuned just right as well. By listening to the RPM response as the Ferrari F450 Mule makes it through the course, you can tell it's packing some nice power under the hood. Five hundred horsepower is a very conservative estimate, and I wouldn't be surprised if it's close to 700 hp and 650 tq.

Very large brake cooling ducts in the front and side indicate it's built for high speed. High speed air ducting to cool the brakes can give us an estimate of top end speed possibilities. It's safe to assume this Ferrari will be capable of over 220+ mph due to it's wheelbase and aerodynamic design.

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Full-time engineer turned writer, Michael brings knowledgeable articles about Tampa Bay's sports car scene. His experience in import, domestic, and exotic manufacturers ensures quality content for all readers. Michael is also a contributor at CarDomain.com and can be contacted via Streetfire.net...

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