1. First Class Driving Position
The driving position in the California T is said to be as comfortable as a first-class seat on an Airbus A380. There is also sufficient adjustments that can be made to the steering wheel and front seats to find the perfect position for you.
Seats in the California T are even a little wider than those in the original California. They remain to be extremely comfortable and long-distance journeys will be no problem.
The California T is no longer available new and was replaced by the Ferrari Portofino. Read more here: Ferrari Portofino – Continuing the California Legacy
2. Smooth but not savage
Ferrari hasn’t fitted another road car with a turbocharged engine since the 1987 F40. The F40 had a savage outburst of power and turbos would kick in around 3500 rpm and have the rear wheels spinning.
However, a turbocharged engine then reappeared in the California T. Power comes in from as low as 1500 rpm and power delivery is smooth, yet predictable and tamed.
3. S-class smooth
As per the California set-up, the California T’s suspension makes use of magnetorheological damping. How this works is that the dampers are filled with fluid that has tiny metal particles in it. Magnets then restrict or increase the flow of fluid through a valve, depending on the driving conditions. When in Comfort mode, the California T is said to ride as smoothly as a Mercedes-Benz S-class.
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4. Better handling than a Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 is one of the most popular sports cars known to man, however, it’s been said that many buyers trade up for a California T due to the response and stability from this Ferrari. Inexperienced drivers may find driving the 911 more challenging to drive as the engine is rear-mounted, opposed to the California’s front-mounted engine which is set so far back in the chassis and allows for a better driving experience.
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5. Better dual-clutch transmission than Volkswagen
The California T’s dual-clutch transmission can change a gear quicker than you can snap your fingers. Unlike VW’s (older) system, the California T won’t stagger. Its seven-speed transmission is smooth and seamless.
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