Ferrari F80: the 1,200 HP hybrid supercar redefining performance

Ferrari has recently unveiled the F80, a supercar that epitomizes the pinnacle of innovation and performance from the Prancing Horse. Produced in a limited series of 799 units, the F80 joins the prestigious lineage of vehicles that have marked the history of sports car manufacturing.

Engine and Performance

At the heart of the F80 lies a 3.0-liter 120° twin-turbo V6 engine, designated F163CF, capable of delivering 900 HP. This powerplant is complemented by a hybrid system that adds an additional 300 HP, bringing the total power output to 1,200 HP, making the F80 the most powerful road car ever produced by Ferrari. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h occurs in 2.15 seconds, while the top speed exceeds 350 km/h.

Advanced Hybrid Technology

The F80 introduces, for the first time in a Ferrari, an electric turbo system (e-turbo), with electric motors positioned between the turbines and compressors, ensuring immediate response at low revs and unprecedented efficiency. The hybrid system includes an electric motor on the front axle (e-4WD) and an MGU-K motor, derived from racing experience, particularly from the 499P, winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023 and 2024.

Aerodynamics and Design

The aerodynamics of the F80 have been developed to generate 1,050 kg of downforce at 250 km/h, thanks to solutions such as the active rear wing, rear diffuser, flat underbody, and front triplane wing with S-Duct. The futuristic design draws inspiration from the aerospace industry, featuring a dihedral section and stylistic references to the historic F40.

Advanced Technologies

The F80 is equipped with next-generation active suspension, redesigned compared to those of the Ferrari Purosangue, to adapt to the super sporty nature of the vehicle. Additionally, it introduces the Side Slip Control system in version 9.0, with the integration of the Ferrari Integrated Vehicle Estimator (FIVE), which uses a mathematical model to virtually replicate the vehicle's behavior.

Production and Availability

Production of the Ferrari F80 will begin in 2025 and end in 2027, with only 799 units planned, all already reserved by selected clients. The unit price is approximately $3.9 million (€3.6 million).

Evolution of Ferrari Supercars

The F80 fits into a tradition of Ferrari supercars that have marked different eras:

Ferrari 288 GTO (1984): The first modern Ferrari supercar, equipped with a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, capable of delivering 400 HP and reaching a top speed of over 300 km/h.

Ferrari F40 (1987): Created to celebrate the company's 40th anniversary, it featured a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V8 with 478 HP, reaching a top speed of 324 km/h. It was the first Ferrari road car to exceed 320 km/h.

Ferrari F50 (1995): Equipped with a 4.7-liter naturally aspirated V12 derived from Formula 1, it delivered 520 HP and accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds. Produced in only 349 units.

Ferrari Enzo (2002): Named after the founder, it featured a 6.0-liter V12 with 660 HP, reaching a top speed of 350 km/h. Produced in 400 units.

Ferrari LaFerrari (2013): The company's first hybrid, combining a 6.3-liter V12 with an electric motor, for a total power output of 963 HP. It accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3 seconds.

The F80 thus represents the latest evolution in a line of vehicles that have consistently pushed the boundaries of automotive technology and performance.