Ferrari has a history of releasing periodical supercars to represent the pinnacle of technology, and
innovation for its era. With the release of the new Ferrari F80, we enter the next chapter of that history
as it joins other icons such as the GTO, F40, Enzo & La Ferrari. The Ferrari F80 marks the transition
into a new generation of performance cars, pulling influence from the brand’s success in motorsport
both in Formula 1 and at Le Mans.

ENGINE: The F80 makes use of a 3.0L TT-charged 120⁰ v6, the architecture of which was heavily influenced by the powertrain of the Ferrari 499P, the winner of both the 2023 & 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans. The petrol-powered motor produces 900 hp, the highest specific power output of all time at 296hp/L. The V6 has a maximum engine speed of 9000rpm and produces 237hp more than the V6 found in the Ferrari 296GTB, yet brings with it no additional weight. This is credited to a series of advancements including revisions made to the cylinder block, timing cover, crank case, new titanium connecting rods, aluminum pistons for reduced weight and higher pressure and thermal load capacities, and other thoughtful improvements all done to maximize efficiency and weight savings without compromising performance. Working harmoniously with the petrol engine is a series of electric motors, similar in design to those found in Ferrari Formula 1 cars. The motors utilized in the F80 are the first series developed, tested and manufactured entirely by Ferrari at Maranello. Two motors operate either side of the front axle, with a third at the rear of the car, all of which are influenced by the design of MGU-K unit used in Formula 1. The turbochargers incorporate an electric motor mounted axially between the turbine and compressor housing, negating the effects of turbo lag for an immediate response to throttle input. This, along with a slew of other innovative technologies results in a total power output of 1,200hp, making the F80 the most powerful road car Ferrari has ever made.

AERODYNAMICS: The F80 is host to a number of milestones, not least of which is its aerodynamic performance. At a speed of 155mph, it produces 2,200lbs of downforce. The front end alone produces 1,015lbs of downforce with elements inspired from Formula 1 and the World Endurance Championship. The S-duct includes two flaps to create a triplane wing, much like the 499P. As airflows from the underbody, it is redirected towards the front bonnet creating a powerful low-pressure zone under the car. This phenomenon is highly dependent on ride height, as a result the active suspension adjusts in real time to maintain optimal distance of the underbody to the road. The rear aero elements are largely comprised of the action rear wing, and diffuser. The diffuser is a world record breaking 1,800mm in length, made possible as the engine-gearbox unit is inclined 1.3⁰ in the z-axis to accommodate. This considerable size is crucial as the diffuser creates a low-pressure zone underneath the vehicle, drawing the flow of air in the underbody, generating 50% of all the downforce from the rear. The rear wing can adjust not only in height, but also angle of attack to continuously optimize airflow to the specific driving conditions. The active suspension is a re-engineered variant from the version found in the Purosangue, tailored to the F80’s soul. It is a fully independent system with 4 48V electric motors, a double wishbone layout, active inboard dampers and upper wishbones made with 3d printing technology, another first for a Ferrari road car. The result of this design is more precise steering control, reduced unsprung mass, and no requirement for an anti-roll bar.

CHASSIS: The F80’s chassis is a cocktail of thoughtful materials. The cell, roof, and butterfly doors are composed of carbon fiber while the front and rear subframes of aluminum with titanium screws. The interior is asymmetrical in design, with emphasis on the driver in 1+ configuration. Controls are oriented towards the driver, with physical buttons now incorporated into the all new steering wheel replacing the fully digital setup from previous Ferrari’s. The passenger seat is integrated into the trim of the cabin to almost disappear from view, puling all focus to the driver cockpit. The F80’s chassis is a cocktail of thoughtful materials. The cell, roof, and butterfly doors are composed of carbon fiber while the front and rear subframes of aluminum with titanium screws. The interior is asymmetrical in design, with emphasis on the driver in 1+ configuration. Controls are oriented towards the driver, with physical buttons now incorporated into the all new steering wheel replacing the fully digital setup from previous Ferrari’s. The passenger seat is integrated into the trim of the cabin to almost disappear from view, puling all focus to the driver cockpit.The F80’s chassis is a cocktail of thoughtful materials. The cell, roof, and butterfly doors are composed of carbon fiber while the front and rear subframes of aluminum with titanium screws. The interior is asymmetrical in design, with emphasis on the driver in 1+ configuration. Controls are oriented towards the driver, with physical buttons now incorporated into the all new steering wheel replacing the fully digital setup from previous Ferrari’s. The passenger seat is integrated into the trim of the cabin to almost disappear from view, puling all focus to the driver cockpit.

CONCLUSION: The Ferrari F80 is the perfect joining of innovation and performance. Limited to just 799 units worldwide, it paves the way for the next generation of Cavallino’s while making its mark in both the supercar world and Ferrari’s history.