Ferrari 456 GTA

The 2+2 coupe has been part of the Ferrari model lineup for much of the company's history and it is the 456 GT, introduced in 1993, which occupies that place today. While its Pininfarina-designed body is thoroughly modern, the model is nevertheless intended to evoke the classic shapes of earlier Ferrari 2+2 coupes. The 456 GT's power train is classic Ferrari as well: a front-mounted V12 engine feeding power to a rear-mounted gearbox. Electronically controlled suspension dampers allow the driver to adjust the chassis to suit a variety of driving conditions.

The 1999 Ferrari 456 GT is available in a two trims; 456 GT and 456 GTA. The only 4-passenger Ferrari available, the 456 GT features such safety features as dual airbags and an anti-lock brake system (ABS). The exterior is constructed of aluminum, with the hood and headlight lids honeycomb-fabricated from composite materials. The interior is trimmed with leather and a custom-made 5-piece luggage set has its place in the trunk. Powering the 456 GT is a 5.5-liter 48-valve V12 engine teamed with a transaxle-mounted 6-speed manual transmission. The 456 GTA is outfitted with a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Bodywork
In aluminium and feran with bonnet and front headlight lids made of composite material with honey-comb insert.

Interior
Four-seater leather-upholstered interior. The driver's seat and steering wheel are fully adjustable, the heating /
ventilation and Hi-Fi system are ultra-efficient and the boot houses a five-piece luggage set.

Chassis
Tubular stress-bearing chassis in alloy steel. Independent suspension with unequal-length, non-parallel wishbones front and rear with springs and electronically controlled gas dampers that adjust into three positions, anti-roll bars. Servotronic rack-and-pinion steering. Self-ventilated disc brakes with ATE Mark IV antiskid system.

Power Train
65 degree V12, 334.0 cu. in., 485 HP front engine. Four valves per cylinder and four overhead cams. Bosch M 5.2 engine management system. Dry sump lubrication system. Rear four-speed plus reverse gearbox in unit with the differential. Full details below.
 
 

Dimensions and Weights

Length	186.2 in
Width	75.6 in
Height	51.2 in
Wheelbase	102.4 in
Front Track	62.4 in
Rear Track	63.2 in
Kerb Weight	3726 lb
Tubeless Radials	Front 255/45 ZR 17
	Rear 285/40 ZR 17
Light Alloy Tank	24.2 Imp. gal - 29.06 US gal

Engine
12 Cylinders in 65° V Layout

Bore and Stroke	3.46 x 2.95 in
Unit Displacement	27.8 cu. in
Total Displacement	334.0 cu. in
Compression Ratio	10.6 : 1
Maximum Power	@ 6250 rpm 436 HP
Maximum Continuous Speed	7000 rpm
Maximum Peak Speed	7250 rpm
Maximum Torque	@ 4500 rpm 398 lb. ft
Bosch Static Electronic Ignition
Bosch Motronic 2.7 Injection
Engine Weight	518 lb

Performances

Speed	Over 186 mph
0-60 mph	5.1"
0-¼ mile	13.4"
0-1 mile	33.4"