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1994 Ferrari 512 TR

Coupe
Chassis number: ZFFLG40A2R0098634

The Ferrari 512 TR was the replacement for the exotic Testarossa and was introduced for the 1992 model year as a response to the introduction of Lamborghini's Diablo in 1990. The '512' refers to the engine's displacement of 5 liters through 12 cylinders. The 'TR' is in reference to a shortened version of the name Testarossa. Production of the 512 TR lasted four years. Based on feedback from customers for the Testarossa, Ferrari placed special emphasis on the interior of the 512 TR in order to improve comfort and ergonomics to make the car more comfortable for longer drives, with changes made to the steering wheel design and seats. The exterior remained mostly unchanged, which the car given a nose that resembled that of Ferrari's 348, which had been introduction three years earlier.

The 48-valve, 12-cylinder engine gained Nikasil cylinder liners, Bosch Motronic engine management, 10.0:1 compression, and a more efficient exhaust system. Power was rated at 428 horsepower (SAE), a boost from 390 horsepower. Top speed increased to 195 mph. The gearbox was redesigned to shirt more smoothly with a single-plate clutch. The disc brakes were enlarged and cross-drilled, and the steering was quickened.

This particular Ferrari 512 TR is a late-production 1994 model that is equipped with the factory-upgraded differential. The car is finished in black with a black interior. The car was delivered new to the United States and has had just three owners since new. The car has accumulated just 13,000 miles since new, and still retains all of its original books, tools, and manuals.

Worldwide production of the Ferrari 512 TR over the four year production run, just 2,261 examples were produced.

by Dan Vaughan

The 512TR (Testarossa) was introduced in 1992 as a replacement for the Testarossa. The 5 represented the number of liters and the 12 for the number of cylinders.

Due in part to larger valves, a new engine management system, a new inlet and exhaust system, and a higher compression ratio, horsepower was increased by 30 (to 421 bhp) using the same 3932cc engine that was in the Testarossa. It had a top speed of 192 mph and could go from zero to sixty mph in only 4.8 seconds.

During 1994, the 512M (modified) was introduced which included fixed-headlights rather than pop-up and round rear lights.

by Dan Vaughan

The Ferrari Testarossa leaped to center stage of the automotive world in 1984 and remained there for 11 years as the world's fastest regular production car. It was the definition of 'supercar' in its era, the innovative benchmark against which all contemporary sports cars were measured.

When Ferrari set about creating a replacement for the Berlinetta Boxer, a V12 engine, high performance, style and exemplary design were assumed. Ferrari dictated that luxury and practicality befitting the world's premier production sports car were also to be encompassed. Even as the Testarossa exerted a pull on the hearts and minds of car lovers, not to mention designers, Ferrari did not sit on their laurels. 1984's Testarossa evolved into the 512TR of 1991. With each evolution the styling, interior, and drivetrain were enhanced in a car that was always capable of speeds exceeding 180mph, accelerated to 60mph in approximately 5 seconds, and attained almost 0.9G lateral acceleration.

Design

In 1991 the Testarossa evolved into the 512 TR with subtle exterior changes to improve aerodynamics. The alterations included a one-piece nose with rounded front grille, flush mounted lights and ducts, and a new undertray. At the rear a small kamm tail smoothed airflow. High speed stability and cooling improved, while lift was reduced.

Structure

The 512 TR had a floor pan strengthened at high stress points by chromium-molybdenum steel. New welding techniques strengthened joints. The drivetrain and rear suspension of the 512 TR were directly mounted on the full rear frame. These changes contributed to substantially increased torsional rigidity and decreased weight.

Drivetrain

The engine of the 512 TR evolved significantly to produce 421bhp at 6750rpm, and 360lbs-ft of torque at 5500rpm. The torque curve of the 512 TR is somewhat more progressive than that of its predecessor. These improvements were achieved through numerous small changes including a strengthened block, a 10:1 compression ratio, revised valves, and a new intake system that ingeniously changed the intake of air. A Bosch Motronic 2.7 system controlled the engine.

Wheels

To fully exploit its power, the 512 TR was also given new cast alloy wheels. These wheels are thinner spoked versions of the Testarossa's, for improved brake cooling. The five hub bolts remain. These wheels are18'X8' with 235/ZR40 tires at front, and 18'X10.5' with 295/ZR35 tires at the rear.

Interior

The interior of the 512 TR differed most obviously from the Testarossa by changes to the center console, providing a more spacious feeling in the cabin. The basic shape and arrangement of the dashboard was unchanged, though its edges were rounded. Some gauges and instruments were relocated within the binnacle. The 512 TR was also given an updated Momo steering wheel with a slightly thicker leather covered rim. The seats were redesigned and lowered.

by Ferrari

by Ferrari