Ferrari 456M (1998 – 2003)

In 1998, Ferrari introduced an updated version, the 456M GT and GTA. This “Modificata” had a revised interior, some bodywork changes around the nose and hood, and a slight increase in horsepower to 442. The 456M GT remained in production until 2003, and in all just under 3,300 456 GTs and 456 GTMs were built until giving way to the 612 Scaglietti in 2004.

Specs & Performance

submitted by	Richard Owen
type	Series Production Car
engine	65 Degree V12
position	Front Longitudinal
aspiration	Natural
displacement	7473 cc / 456.0 in³
bore	88 mm / 3.46 in
stroke	75 mm / 2.95 in
compression	10.6:1
power	329.6 kw / 442.0 bhp @ 6250 rpm
specific output	59.15 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	261.54 bhp per tonne
torque	550.46 nm / 406.0 ft lbs @ 4500 rpm
front tires	255/45 ZR 17
rear tires	285/40 ZR 17
front brakes	Vented Discs w/Hydraulic Assist & ABS
rear brakes	Vented Discs w/Hydraulic Assist & ABS
front wheels	F 43.2 x 21.6 cm / 17.0 x 8.5 in
rear wheels	R 43.2 x 25.4 cm / 17.0 x 10.0 in
steering	Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
curb weight	1690 kg / 3726 lbs
wheelbase	2600 mm / 102.4 in
front track	1585 mm / 62.4 in
rear track	1606 mm / 63.2 in
length	4763 mm / 187.5 in
width	1920 mm / 75.6 in
height	1300 mm / 51.2 in
top speed	~299.3 kph / 186.0 mph
0 – 60 mph	~5.0 seconds