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In 2010, Ferrari introduced the 599 GTO (Gran Turismo Omologata), a stripped-down, race-honed version of the 599 GTB Fiorano that commanded a roughly 30% higher price - and delivered performance to justify it. With this model, Ferrari flipped its usual script: rather than building a track car from a street car, it created a street-legal version of its track-only 599XX.
The GTO was built for speed and agility. Ferrari shed around 100 kg (220 lbs) from the GTB’s weight and infused the car with lessons learned on the racetrack. This included revising the aerodynamics for better airflow, increasing mechanical grip, and dialing in sharper, more responsive handling. The result was a machine that outpaced the GTB in every measurable way - especially on the track, where it was significantly more capable but also less forgiving.
Design tweaks set the GTO apart. The front end sported a mesh grille and functional hood vents, replacing the GTB’s more elegant lines with an aggressive, motorsport-ready look. On the sides, lightweight alloy wheels revealed a formidable carbon-ceramic braking system, fitted with race-grade pads to deliver fade-free stopping power. At the rear, a reworked diffuser and triple-fin splitter further reinforced the GTO’s track intentions.
Inside, luxury gave way to minimalism. The 599 GTO featured Seablet carbon-fiber racing seats embroidered with the GTO insignia. Comforts were pared back, leaving only performance essentials - fewer distractions, less weight, and a cabin designed for serious driving.
Under the hood, Ferrari upgraded the naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V12 to produce 661 horsepower, 50 more than the GTB. This increase, combined with weight savings and improved dynamics, allowed the GTO to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.3 seconds - a 0.3-second improvement over its sibling. The GTO also featured sharper gear changes and revised suspension to further close the gap between road and race.
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