Test report by CoMod Long on the Carrera DIGITAL 124/ DIGITAL 132 Ferrari 599XX 'As seen at Geneva Motorshow 2009' (23756/30532)
The 599XX, unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, is a racing version of the 599 GTB. The car produces 537 kW (730 hp) at 9,000 rpm and is lightweight thanks to the use of carbon fiber body panels, special alloys in the engine block, and a ceramic brake system. A new transmission setup allows gear changes in as little as 60 milliseconds. The body and underbody are aerodynamically optimized, developing downforce of 280 kg at 200 km/h and 630 kg at 300 km/h. Furthermore, the car runs on 29/67 R19 front and 31/71 R19 rear tires mounted on 19×11J rims at the front and 19×12J rims at the rear.
The Ferrari 599XX features a new system in the trunk called Active Flow. These fans extract a portion of the air flowing beneath the vehicle before it reaches the diffuser. However, only the small portion of the airflow just before the breakaway limit is drawn in through a porous layer. Because this prevents air turbulence, the diffuser slope can now be greater than the usual 7° without the airflow breaking away, thus generating greater downforce with the same aerodynamic drag. The drawn-in air is exhausted through the dummy taillights. To reduce turbulence during the exit, the airflow is driven to an oscillation of 800 Hz by piezo-controlled membranes, which has a positive effect on the drag coefficient.
The price of the vehicle is over one million dollars and the small series is limited to 30 units, which will be given to selected customers.
(Source: http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_599)
But let's get to the model itself. The design is already familiar from its little brother, so it's not really anything new. However, it must be said that in the 124 version, the Ferrari comes across a bit differently—much more aggressive, lively, and powerful. The red body with the carbon fiber really suits it.
All unnecessary embellishments on the chassis have been omitted, something we already know from the GT3. However, we're once again dealing with a real heavyweight. The chassis weighs 173g, and the top another 65g, resulting in a total weight of approximately 238g, similar to the DBR9. The axle on the Ferrari is also neatly mounted, as it should be. The lighting is also adequate and doesn't glare from the wheel arches.
The Ferrari 599XX boasts the longest wheelbase of any modern sports car, which should actually provide excellent handling. However, due to its relatively high weight, the super sports car feels a bit sluggish and ponderous.
Personally, I don't think the 599XX really fits in with the GTs. In terms of handling, it's at a disadvantage. Therefore, I believe the 599XX will feel most comfortable among its peers. Here, the opportunities are level, and the cars are fighting in the same class.
CoMod Long
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Test report by CoMod JoergW for the Carrera DIGITAL 124/ DIGITAL 132 Ferrari 599XX 'Homestead 2010' (23757/30533)
As already described in detail in the report on the 1:32 scale model, Ferrari has produced a production-based racing car with the XX version. Instead of a lot of words, here's an invitation to take part in the record-breaking lap of the Nürburgring: Under seven minutes through the green hell!
And for those who prefer the 1:1 version, here is another source where you can purchase the Ferrari 599xx as a used vehicle with only 1500 km mileage for just over 1.3 million euros: http://www.pkwradar.de
The vehicle appears proportionally more powerful and massive in 1:24 scale than in 1:32, a real racing car. The original shape comes across well, and the model has been scaled down very attractively. Red and blue are fine as base colors. I find the metallic effect of the blue Ferrari, in particular, very realistic and not at all 'toy-like.'
The guide keel of the new swing arm rotates smoothly and far enough. Since the vehicle is unfortunately not exactly light at 240 grams, the old swivel arm would have reached its breaking point at this point at the latest. That's almost half a pound, which then pushes its mass onto the guide keel area in curves. The vehicle handles flawlessly—no sprinter, but a reliable long-distance candidate.
The lights are fine. Very bright at the front, but don't shine through, so they should also be suitable for night driving à la 24-hour races. While the car looks like a counterpart to other 1:24 GT cars, it might have slight disadvantages due to its heavy weight. As is almost always the case: it's best to race cars of the same type against each other. Maybe we'll get one or two more colors... yellow always looks good on the track ;-)
CoMod joergW
The 599XX, unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, is a racing version of the 599 GTB. The car produces 537 kW (730 hp) at 9,000 rpm and is lightweight thanks to the use of carbon fiber body panels, special alloys in the engine block, and a ceramic brake system. A new transmission setup allows gear changes in as little as 60 milliseconds. The body and underbody are aerodynamically optimized, developing downforce of 280 kg at 200 km/h and 630 kg at 300 km/h. Furthermore, the car runs on 29/67 R19 front and 31/71 R19 rear tires mounted on 19×11J rims at the front and 19×12J rims at the rear.
The Ferrari 599XX features a new system in the trunk called Active Flow. These fans extract a portion of the air flowing beneath the vehicle before it reaches the diffuser. However, only the small portion of the airflow just before the breakaway limit is drawn in through a porous layer. Because this prevents air turbulence, the diffuser slope can now be greater than the usual 7° without the airflow breaking away, thus generating greater downforce with the same aerodynamic drag. The drawn-in air is exhausted through the dummy taillights. To reduce turbulence during the exit, the airflow is driven to an oscillation of 800 Hz by piezo-controlled membranes, which has a positive effect on the drag coefficient.
The price of the vehicle is over one million dollars and the small series is limited to 30 units, which will be given to selected customers.
(Source: http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_599)
But let's get to the model itself. The design is already familiar from its little brother, so it's not really anything new. However, it must be said that in the 124 version, the Ferrari comes across a bit differently—much more aggressive, lively, and powerful. The red body with the carbon fiber really suits it.
All unnecessary embellishments on the chassis have been omitted, something we already know from the GT3. However, we're once again dealing with a real heavyweight. The chassis weighs 173g, and the top another 65g, resulting in a total weight of approximately 238g, similar to the DBR9. The axle on the Ferrari is also neatly mounted, as it should be. The lighting is also adequate and doesn't glare from the wheel arches.
The Ferrari 599XX boasts the longest wheelbase of any modern sports car, which should actually provide excellent handling. However, due to its relatively high weight, the super sports car feels a bit sluggish and ponderous.
Personally, I don't think the 599XX really fits in with the GTs. In terms of handling, it's at a disadvantage. Therefore, I believe the 599XX will feel most comfortable among its peers. Here, the opportunities are level, and the cars are fighting in the same class.
CoMod Long
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Test report by CoMod JoergW for the Carrera DIGITAL 124/ DIGITAL 132 Ferrari 599XX 'Homestead 2010' (23757/30533)
As already described in detail in the report on the 1:32 scale model, Ferrari has produced a production-based racing car with the XX version. Instead of a lot of words, here's an invitation to take part in the record-breaking lap of the Nürburgring: Under seven minutes through the green hell!
And for those who prefer the 1:1 version, here is another source where you can purchase the Ferrari 599xx as a used vehicle with only 1500 km mileage for just over 1.3 million euros: http://www.pkwradar.de
The vehicle appears proportionally more powerful and massive in 1:24 scale than in 1:32, a real racing car. The original shape comes across well, and the model has been scaled down very attractively. Red and blue are fine as base colors. I find the metallic effect of the blue Ferrari, in particular, very realistic and not at all 'toy-like.'
The guide keel of the new swing arm rotates smoothly and far enough. Since the vehicle is unfortunately not exactly light at 240 grams, the old swivel arm would have reached its breaking point at this point at the latest. That's almost half a pound, which then pushes its mass onto the guide keel area in curves. The vehicle handles flawlessly—no sprinter, but a reliable long-distance candidate.
The lights are fine. Very bright at the front, but don't shine through, so they should also be suitable for night driving à la 24-hour races. While the car looks like a counterpart to other 1:24 GT cars, it might have slight disadvantages due to its heavy weight. As is almost always the case: it's best to race cars of the same type against each other. Maybe we'll get one or two more colors... yellow always looks good on the track ;-)
CoMod joergW
