Novitec Rosso supercharged Ferrari California

2010 Ferrari California supercharged by Novitec Rosso

Engine tuning using a supercharger is Novitec Rosso’s recipe for making the Ferrari California even more powerful and even sportier.

We don’t think many Ferrari California owners will complain about the lack of horsepower from their 4.3-liter V8 (460 bhp/485 Nm), inadequate acceleration (0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in four seconds with standard 7-speed dual clutch gearbox) or a low top speed 193 mph (310 km/h). This is after all the “entry level” Ferrari and there are “more focused” models in the Scuderia’s range for those who want more.

However, that has not stopped German based tuner Novitec Rosso from turning up the dial. They threw in a cogged belt driven supercharger with 0.4 bar of pressure to produce 606 bhp and 445 lb ft (603 Nm) of torque. As a result, the California now does 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in under 3.8 seconds on to a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h). Besides forced induction, new parts include a water-to-air intercooler, custom intake manifold, larger injectors and a sports exhaust system. A driver switchable integrated flap mechanism controls the intensity of the exhaust note.

Exterior add ons include a front spoiler, rear diffuser and spoiler lip, all wind tunnel tested to reduce high speed lift on both axles. New rocker panels with integrated airfoils and black side markers are the changes you’ll see on the profile. What’s also apparent is a carbon-fiber strip surrounding the number plate. the bodykit works well with those three-piece Novitec NF3 wheels of 21 inches up front and 22 inches at the back, wrapped with special order Pirellis measuring 255/30 and 315/25, respectively.

Sport springs lower ride height by 35 mm, and there’s a cool hydraulic lift system for the front axle that can raise the California’s chin by 40 mm at the push of a button, making it easier to traverse speed bumps and car park ramps. The original position resumes if you push the button again or automatically upon reaching 50 mph (80 km/h).

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