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456 Designed by Lorenzo Ramaciotti at Pininfarina, the 456 grand tourer was first publicly on show during October 1992 where it debuted in Paris. At the time of production the 456 was dubbed as one of the fastest production four-seaters, as it

could push 188 mph while carrying four passengers. Boasting 436 bhp coupled with an impressive 0-60 in 5.2 seconds, it was no wonder that the 456 put Ferrari back on the map with this 65˚ V12 front- engined model. While elements of the chassis design were evidently inspired by the Daytona, the 456 featured a sleek new body curvature and was the last ever Ferrari model to feature the signature retractable headlights. Manufactured using the common steel tube frame, the 456 was covered largely with aluminum panels, specially welded to the steel using a sandwich material called Feran: a specially formulated composite material that allowed the two distinctively different metals to be welded. The 456 later underwent some improvements with regard to its aerodynamic design and some engine cooling upgrades when the 456 M was released in 1998.

Produced

1992-2003

Engine Size Cylinders 0-60 mph Top Speed

5473 cc

12

5.2 secs

188 mph Power Output 436 bhp Transmission Manual Gears 6 Speed Length

186.2 in (4730 mm) 75.6 in (1920 mm) 51.2 in (1300 mm) 3726 lb (1690 kg) 102.4 in (2600 mm)

Width Height Weight

Wheelbase

(Specifications refer to the 456 base model)

40