Ferrari 599XX EVO (Time Attack)
The Ferrari 599XX EVO is an extreme, track-only evolution of the 599 GTB, developed under Ferrari's XX program as a rolling test bed for advanced aero, chassis, and powertrain ideas. It takes the already ferocious V12 grand tourer formula and pushes it deep into experimental territory with massive downforce and an aggressively sharpened setup.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 6.0L naturally aspirated V12 (front-mid mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~730 hp (540 kW)
Redline: ~9,000 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed automated manual
Weight: ~1,420 kg
Dimensions: ~4,774 mm long × 1,962 mm wide × 1,434 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,750 mm
Tires: Slick racing tires on lightweight center-lock wheels
Brakes: Carbon-ceramic racing brakes with motorsport calipers
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 599XX EVO is a front-engined monster with surprising precision, blending big V12 theatrics with serious aerodynamic grip. Compared to a road-going Ferrari, it feels far more planted at speed, with turn-in that rewards commitment and a chassis that comes alive once the aero loads up. It is still a heavy GT-based machine underneath, so it needs a disciplined hand, but the EVO package gives it an uncanny ability to attack fast corners with confidence.
Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V12 is the star of the show, delivering an intoxicating wail that builds from a deep metallic roar into an exotic top-end scream. Throttle response is immediate, and the engine feels eager all the way to redline. In the sim, the sound alone makes the car feel special — loud, mechanical, and gloriously Ferrari.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Excellent high-speed stability with strong front-end bite once the aero is working. Low-speed rotation requires patient inputs.
Traction: Strong for a high-power RWD car, but easy to overwhelm if you get greedy with throttle out of slow corners.
Braking: Powerful and confidence-inspiring, with enough stability to trail brake into tight sections.
Top Speed: Very competitive on fast circuits, with the V12 pulling hard and the aero package helping keep it settled.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a prototype-powered GT car — smooth steering, measured brake release, and early but progressive throttle application. It rewards momentum, especially on flowing tracks with long corners and fast direction changes.
Livery & Aesthetics: The 599XX EVO looks every bit as wild as it feels, with huge rear aero, aggressive dive planes, and a race-bred stance that transforms the elegant 599 into a full-on track weapon. It carries Ferrari’s signature red beautifully, but any livery looks dramatic on its sculpted bodywork and enormous rear wing.
For drivers who want a car that mixes old-school atmospheric V12 drama with modern downforce and real track pace, the Ferrari 599XX EVO is one of the most exhilarating special cars in sim racing.