599 GTO v F12 tdf v 812 Competizione: The greatest front-engined Ferraris head-to-head

The Intercooler co-founders Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel compare Ferrari's three hardcore V12s – the 599 GTO, F12 tdf and 812 Competizione.

How has the model line evolved over the years? Does ever more sophisticated technology and more power make for a more rewarding driving experience? Dan and Andrew answer those questions and more in The Intercooler's world-exclusive triple test.

The full written version of this test is available to read now at the link below. The Intercooler is a new kind of digital car magazine with only the best writers and no adverts. Start your free 30-day trial right away.

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0:00 Introduction
0:33 599 GTO
5:01 F12 tdf
9:59 812 Competizione
14:20 Conclusion

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[AyaxRo]

the GTO is just so timeless. What a beauty.

[SimonGr]

I adore these front-mid engined Ferrari’s. The f12 TDF is my dream car

[WillSatchwell]

Great video! Would probably still choose the 599 GTO out of those 3

Idea for next video: Porsche 996.2 GT3 RS vs 997.2 GT3 RS vs 991.2 GT3 RS vs 992.2 GT3 RS

[ineedthatcar]

Might be controversial - 599 GTO looks best of these three. There I said it.

[harryokona]

Videos like this are absolutely fantastic. Often reviewing cars in isolation, or just with contemporary rivals doesn't quite give the reader/viewer proper context. Back to back and direct comparisons across generations complete the picture for us. Comparisons like this are timeless, it will still be a great resource in 10/20/30 years when people are wanting to go back and understand this era of and genre of car. Please please please do more of these videos!! Cheers

[jdsk]

Crazy how they all have some variant of the Enzo's V12 engine just in different states of tune.

[thestoicwhinger]

There's something about the GTO's engine note that stirs the soul

[TheTerrier]

That 599 with the tall section rear tires, ageing like a fine wine

[markh]

Epic cars and for me 3 really great specs. Blue GTO is stunning!

[alexioflexio]

the insight is when you drive an F12 TDF vs. a LaF.. and realize that the front engine car, with the intake sound and engine noise coming AT you, is more fun than the Laf with the exhaust far away from you in the back. also, rear wheel steering is transformative and allows for completely different corner entry, almost negating the front engine v12 weight disadvantage the tdf should have over the laf.

[maggotpudding]

Must say, it'd be tdf for me. In my eye it's just best looking out of these three. And since they all have flappy padels, might as well choose one with dual-clutches over the one in 599.

[Forshbr]

Always great to see Mr. Prosser on video. Love the way he is able to break down each car and really convey that feeling to the viewer.

[RizM]

I was wondering where Dan went. Then randomly this video shows up in my recommendations. Glad to have found Dan and of course this magnificent video. Subscribed!

[horsepower]

All three of these beautiful Prancing Horses are great and have their own unique character and feel. I just love every single one of them. Front engine GT Ferraris are always so amazing and special.

[jazzafly]

An an "official" 'Old Schooler' myself, I feel that the 599 GTO would be the one for me out of these three, although my dream car is still the F12 standard [non TDF]; the GTO probably costs a chunk more than a std F12, so I'd have to be up for that extra outlay, but with these three for choice, I'll go more 'Old School' any day! 599 GTO FTW!

[Brajosh_]

He does his best to make us understand how each actually feels to drive.you just earned my subscription

[So_Much_Juice_]

I was heading to bed, then I saw this. Love that GTO! Amazing video. Bravo.

[christianb.]

Well what a gathering. Don't know which one i'd take home I guess I need to experience a V12 first. Purely based on looks it would be the 599 GTO.

Idea for a future video: Porsches ! GT4 Spyder vs Boxster GTS vs Base Boxster.

[paulknowles]

This channel isn’t getting the views it deserves. Great video! Keep up the good work.

[chriswestcott]

Incredible trio of Ferrari's. I'd be happy with the standard versions of any one of them. Another great video too!