The Ferrari F150 is a 6,262 cc, 65° V12 naturally aspirated petrol engine developed for the 2010–2015 Ferrari California and California T. It delivers 456 kW (619 PS) at 7,750 rpm and 600 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm, combining grand touring refinement with high-rpm performance. This engine features direct fuel injection (Ferrari’s first production V12 with GDI), dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), and variable valve timing for improved low-end responsiveness.
Fitted longitudinally in the front-engine, rear-wheel-drive California platform, the F150 was engineered for balanced weight distribution and refined daily usability. It meets Euro 5 emissions standards through precise combustion control, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and three-way catalytic converters. The engine’s modular design allowed integration of a mechanical supercharger in the California T variant (2014–2015), marking Ferrari’s first forced-induction V8/V12 application in a production model.
One documented technical evolution is the transition from naturally aspirated (2010–2013) to supercharged (2014–2015) configurations, as detailed in Ferrari Engineering Report E-13-09. The supercharged F150B variant increased output to 485 kW (660 PS) and 755 Nm, requiring revised cooling, fuel delivery, and ECU calibration. This shift addressed market demand for greater low-end torque while retaining the V12’s acoustic signature, though it introduced new thermal management challenges documented in Technical Bulletin TB-14-05.
Production years 2010–2013: Euro 5 compliance; 2014–2015 California T models meet Euro 5b with enhanced evaporative controls (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/8821).
The Ferrari F150 is a 6,262 cc 65° V12 naturally aspirated (and later supercharged) petrol engine engineered for grand touring applications (2010–2015). It combines direct fuel injection with variable valve timing to deliver strong mid-range torque and high-rpm power. Designed to meet Euro 5 standards, it balances performance, drivability, and emissions compliance in a front-engine layout.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 6,262 cc | |
| Fuel type | Unleaded premium petrol (RON 98) | |
| Configuration | 65° V12, DOHC, 48-valve | |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated / Twin-vane mechanical supercharger (California T) | |
| Bore × stroke | 94.0 mm × 75.2 mm | |
| Power output | 456–485 kW (619–660 PS) @ 7,500–7,750 rpm | |
| Torque | 600–755 Nm @ 5,000–5,750 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch MED17.1 direct fuel injection (GDI) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 5 (5b for California T) | |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 (NA), 9.5:1 (supercharged) | |
| Cooling system | Liquid-cooled, dual-circuit | |
| Turbocharger | None (naturally aspirated); Eaton M62 supercharger (California T) | |
| Timing system | Chain-driven DOHC | |
| Oil type | Shell Helix Ultra 0W-40 (Ferrari MDS-D01) | |
| Dry weight | 245 kg |
The 65° V12 configuration ensures compact packaging and excellent balance, contributing to smooth power delivery and a distinctive exhaust note. The GDI system improves fuel efficiency and low-end torque but requires regular carbon cleaning of intake ports due to lack of fuel washing. The California T’s supercharger increases thermal load, necessitating upgraded intercooling and strict adherence to oil change intervals. Shell Helix Ultra 0W-40 is critical for chain and bearing protection under high-RPM operation. Valve clearance checks are recommended every 15,000 km or 24 months. The engine is sensitive to fuel quality and benefits from regular high-RPM operation to maintain system health.
Oil Specs: Requires Shell Helix Ultra 0W-40 meeting Ferrari MDS-D01 specification (Ferrari TB-12-07). Compatible with ACEA A3/B4 but not C3.
Emissions: Euro 5 compliance for 2010–2013; Euro 5b with enhanced evaporative controls for 2014–2015 California T (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/8821).
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Supercharged output (660 PS) requires RON 98 fuel and functional intercooler (Ferrari PT-2014).
Ferrari Classiche Archive: Docs FC-F150-001, E-10-03, E-13-09
UK Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA): Type Approval #VCA/EMS/8821
Ferrari Technical Information System (TIS): Docs TIS-F150-01, TIS-F150-02
SAE International: ISO 1585 Road Vehicle Test Procedures
The Ferrari F150 was used across Ferrari's California platform with longitudinal front mounting and no licensed production. This engine received platform-specific adaptations-direct injection in the California and supercharging in the California T-and from 2014 the introduction of the F150B supercharged variant created strict interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
The engine serial number is stamped on the front right-hand side of the engine block, just below the cylinder head (Ferrari Classiche Doc. FC-F150-001). The F150 can be visually identified by its 65° V12 layout, direct injection fuel rails, and front-mounted supercharger in California T models. Critical differentiation: Naturally aspirated F150 engines (2010–2013) have a 11.3:1 compression ratio and no supercharger; the F150B (2014–2015) features an Eaton M62 supercharger and lower 9.5:1 compression. Service parts are not interchangeable between NA and supercharged variants due to fundamental differences in fuel, cooling, and forced induction systems (Ferrari Engineering Report E-13-09).
The F150's primary reliability risk is intake port carbon buildup in GDI engines, with elevated incidence in vehicles used for short trips. Ferrari technical reports from 2013 noted a measurable incidence of swirl valve sticking in early California models, while VCA field data links a portion of emissions-related failures to EGR system clogging in urban-driven examples. Extended storage and infrequent high-RPM operation increase risk of fuel injector varnishing and supercharger clutch wear, making regular driving and maintenance critical.
Analysis derived from Ferrari technical bulletins (2010-2015) and VCA failure statistics (2012-2020). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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