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Ferrari is releasing a new model, but we are not likely to see it on the roads anytime soon. It is indeed a racing car, in this case the Ferrari 296 GT3, direct descendant of the 488 GT3. In addition to an appearance derived from the Ferrari 296 GTB, this 296 GT3 adopts a new engine, less opulent than the V8 of the 488 GT3.

Aesthetically, we recognize the silhouette of the Ferrari 296 GTB. It is still decked out with many aerodynamic elements intended, of course, to improve performance in the race. The car notably adopts a huge rear spoiler, side vents, a bonnet hollowed out by air intakes, new sills, a carbon fiber diffuser or even fins on either side of its front bumper. According to the Maranello firm, the 296 GT3 benefits from 20% additional downforce, compared to the road-legal model.

On the engine side, the 296 GT3 swaps the rechargeable hybrid engine of its standard equivalent to adopt a 120-degree V6 3.0 turbo petrol engine, which develops no less than 600 horsepower. The torque is set at 710 Nm. This block is associated with a six-speed sequential gearbox. Performance data is not reported as of this writing.

Based on an aluminum chassis, the Ferrari 296 GT3 weighs only 1,250 kilos. It also sees its wheelbase lengthen to reach 2.66 meters. Ferrari says it installed an adjustable suspension system, and upgraded the brakes with 400 millimeter discs up front. The car is perched on 18-inch rims.

As a sports model, Ferrari finally offers a specific interior for this 296 GT3. Sitting on a Sabelt seat, the driver holds in his hands a steering wheel covered with controls, inspired by the one that equips the F1. This steering wheel, like the pedals, can be adjusted to suit the driver. And just to suffer less from the heat in the race, an air conditioning system is even present.

The new Ferrari 296 GT3 makes its debut at the 2023 edition of the 24 Hours of Daytona. It could also be present at the 24 Hours of Le Mans later.

Ferrari presents the new Ferrari 296 GT3, a racing car developed to take part in the most demanding endurance races in the world. This V6 engine model replaces the Ferrari 488 GT3 and its V8.

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