Ferrari F40 Competizione

Ferrari received 10 more requests from clients who were interested in getting an F40 LM. Those people didn’t necessarily wanted to race with them, so after two had been built, Ferrari changed the name from LM to Competizione because they felt the LM tag was too restrictive and not really applicable on the purpose of the Competizione. Most of the Competizione cars ended up in private collections and were more of a collector’s item than a competition race car. The yellow example pictured is a 1993 car.

The Ferrari F40 Competizione was a beast unleashed. Born from the already legendary F40, the Competizione was a track-focused evolution, a thoroughbred designed to dominate the racing circuit. Ferrari built just 10 of these exclusive machines, pushing the boundaries of performance and engineering even further than the road-going F40.

Under the hood lurked a modified version of the F40’s twin-turbocharged V8 engine. With larger turbos, increased boost pressure, and revised engine management, the Competizione churned out a staggering 700 horsepower, a significant leap from the standard car’s 478 hp. This power surge translated to blistering performance, with the Competizione capable of reaching a top speed of over 229 mph.

But the Competizione was more than just brute force. It was a symphony of aerodynamic enhancements and weight-saving measures. A massive rear wing, redesigned front spoiler, and a more aggressive diffuser generated significantly more downforce, gluing the car to the track. Lightweight materials like carbon fiber and Lexan replaced heavier components, further enhancing the car’s agility and responsiveness.

Inside, the Competizione was stripped down to its bare essentials. A roll cage, racing seats, and a fire suppression system replaced the creature comforts of the road car, creating a focused and purposeful cockpit. The Competizione was a raw, unfiltered driving experience, demanding the utmost skill and concentration from its driver.

The Ferrari F40 Competizione was a rare and exceptional machine, a testament to Ferrari’s relentless pursuit of performance. It was a car that blurred the lines between road and track, offering a glimpse into the extreme capabilities of Ferrari’s engineering prowess. Even today, it remains a coveted and revered icon, a symbol of an era when supercars were raw, visceral, and utterly unforgettable.