What are the three major components of a Ferrari?
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Ferrari's three major components refer to the engine, transmission, and chassis. Here are the relevant details: 1. Engine: The engine is a machine capable of converting other forms of energy into mechanical energy, used as a power generation device, and also refers to the entire machine including the power unit. It includes internal combustion engines (such as gasoline engines), external combustion engines (such as Stirling engines, steam engines), and electric motors. Currently, mainstream engines are divided into two types: naturally aspirated (L) and turbocharged (T). 2. Chassis: The chassis refers to the combination of the transmission system, running gear, steering system, and braking system in a car. It supports and installs the car's engine and its various components and assemblies, forming the overall shape of the car, bearing the engine's power, and ensuring normal operation. 3. Transmission: The transmission mainly refers to the car's gearbox. It is divided into manual and automatic types. The manual transmission primarily consists of gears and shafts, achieving speed and torque changes through different gear combinations. The automatic transmission (AT) is composed of a torque converter, planetary gears, and a hydraulic control system, achieving speed and torque changes through hydraulic transmission and gear combinations.
I'm a seasoned car enthusiast and have driven several Ferrari models. The 'big three' components, simply put, are the engine, transmission, and chassis system—this combo makes the car fly. The engine is absolutely the core; like the V8 in my 488, the acceleration gives an intense push-back feeling, and the roaring sound is incredibly thrilling. As for the transmission, Ferraris mostly use dual-clutch systems, with gear shifts as fast as a race car, and no jerking even in city traffic jams. The chassis system includes suspension and braking, ensuring stability during sharp turns without any tail swing. I remember during a service, the mechanic said the 'big three' need regular checks on fluids and wear, otherwise repairs can be costly, and malfunctions affect safe driving. Ferrari's new SF90 even adds hybrid power to the 'big three,' making it more eco-friendly and fuel-efficient. In short, these components are the soul of performance, so take good care of them for durability in daily driving.
