Ferrari F40 (Classic)
The Ferrari F40 is one of the most iconic road cars ever built — a raw, homologation-special supercar from Maranello that marked Ferrari’s 40th anniversary. Created as a no-nonsense evolution of the 288 GTO, it pairs twin-turbo V8 power with a lightweight, stripped-back chassis and a driving experience that feels far closer to a race car than a grand tourer.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 2.9L twin-turbocharged 90° V8, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~478 hp (352 kW)
Redline: ~7,500 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Weight: ~1,100 kg
Dimensions: 4,358 mm long × 1,970 mm wide × 1,124 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,450 mm
Tires: Road-focused performance slicks / street compound depending on mod setup
Brakes: Ventilated disc brakes with performance calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The F40 is a pure analog monster that demands commitment, finesse, and respect. It has no modern stability systems to save you, which makes every input matter — especially on throttle, where the twin turbos can unleash a sudden surge of boost and catch the rear tires out if you’re too eager. In the sim, that makes it thrilling, nerve-wracking, and immensely rewarding once you learn to stay ahead of the car.
Engine & Sound: The F40’s twin-turbo V8 delivers a hard-edged, mechanical soundtrack layered with turbo spool, wastegate chatter, and a sharp intake howl. Below boost it feels relatively docile, but once the turbos wake up the car lunges forward with a violent rush that defines its character. The sound is as iconic as the silhouette — deep, raw, and unmistakably 1980s Ferrari.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Agile and eager to rotate, but it can snap if you’re abrupt on lift or throttle.
Traction: Tricky at low speed; boost delivery can overwhelm the rear tires easily.
Braking: Strong for its era, but without modern ABS the car needs a delicate touch.
Top Speed: Very fast in a straight line, with a famously strong top-end rush once fully on boost.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and keep your hands busy but calm. Short-shift if needed to manage boost, and roll onto the throttle rather than stabbing it. The F40 rewards patience, especially on fast, flowing circuits where its light weight and mid-engine balance can shine without constant low-speed traction battles.
Livery & Aesthetics: The F40 is timeless — wide rear haunches, aggressive NACA ducts, exposed rear aero, and that towering fixed wing make it instantly recognizable from any angle. It’s a no-frills masterpiece, equal parts beauty and menace, and still one of the most dramatic cars ever to wear a prancing horse badge.
Whether you're chasing lap times or just savoring one of the greatest driver’s cars ever made, the Ferrari F40 is a legendary machine that brings old-school turbo drama and iconic Ferrari style to the simulator.