Ferrari
456 GT (4 Seats)
Skilfully
blending styling and engineering cues from its past, Ferrari
unveiled a handsome, powerful and precedent-setting car in
conjunction with the 40th Anniversary of their racing team.
The result resembles a born-again 365 GTB/4 Daytona, especially
from the rear but instead moves closer to a sportier definition.
Under
the bonnet is an all-alloy 4-cam, 48-valve, 5.5-litre V-12
developing a league-leading 492 bhp at 6250 rpm. Historians
will note that the 456 designation makes a return to Ferrari's
traditional model nomenclature. A 250 GTO-like polished shifter
travels in a traditional Ferrari webbed gate and also a self-levelling
device compensates for the weight of rear seat passengers,
while maintaining body height and ensuring constant rear suspension
geometry.
Pininfarina's subtle styling will no doubt last for years.
There's a hint of aggressiveness, yet the overall effect is
one of veiled strength and function.
There's
no doubt, you WILL enjoy this car! |