Ferrari’s F40 was never designed for comfort or ease. Created to commemorate the brand’s 40th anniversary, it debuted in 1987 as the most hardcore road car of its time—lightweight, turbocharged, and unapologetically raw. Now, Swiss-born, Turin-based engineering firm Officine Fioravanti—renowned for refining classic supercars like the Testarossa and Alfa Romeo 8C—is leveraging the F40’s reputation as a wild machine to introduce a suite of upgrades aimed at taming its ferocity.
Dubbed the F40 Alte Prestazioni, Officine Fioravanti’s latest project isn’t about wholly taming the beast but rather enhancing its performance while addressing some inherent compromises. The transformation begins with custom Öhlins TTX 36 suspension units, featuring four-way adjustability for a more refined ride. Perhaps more divisive among purists is the addition of a quicker hydraulic steering rack. Braking performance has also seen a major upgrade, with carbon-ceramic discs and Brembo calipers—six-piston up front, four at the rear—supported by a modern ABS for improved stopping power.
The factory’s 17-inch wheels have been swapped for lightweight 18-inch fronts and 19-inch rears, maintaining a design similar to the originals while accommodating modern Michelin Cup 2 or Pirelli Trofeo R tires. Aerospace-grade center-lock hubs now integrate enhanced brake cooling ducts for improved performance. To tackle one of the F40’s biggest usability challenges, Officine Fioravanti has also installed a front-axle lift system to prevent scraping.
Crucially, the essence of the F40 remains intact. Officine Fioravanti emphasizes that its mission wasn’t to soften the car’s raw personality but to make it more usable, reliable, and, ultimately, a more rewarding driver’s machine.
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