Model featured: GT

Ferrari 456M

The Ferrari 456 and 456M is a high-performance Ferrari front-engined grand tourer. The 456 was introduced in 1992 as a replacement for the mid-engined Mondial as the company's 4-seat car. The updated 456M was replaced in 2004 by the 612 Scaglietti.

The original 456 was available in GT and (from 1996) GTA forms. The difference in name signifies the transmission: the former has a six-speed manual and the latter has a four-speed automatic, only the fourth automatic transmission ever offered by Ferrari. The flowing lines matched the 1990s Pininfarina aesthetic, replacing the hard edges of the previous models.

The 5.5 L (5474 cc) 65° V12 engine was derived from the Dino V6 rather than the more conventional 60° V12s used in the 412 and Daytona. It produced 436 hp with 4 valves per cylinder and could push the 3726 lb car to 186 mph. Acceleration to 60 mph was just 5.1 seconds, with a 13.4 second quarter mile time.

The Modificata 456M appeared in 1998. Many changes were made to improve aerodynamics and cooling, and the interior was freshened with new seats and other conveniences. Power was up to 442 hp and 406 ft.lbf, though performance remained the same.