PRANCING TRIBUTE

The one-off Omologata pays tribute to iconic V12 Ferrari GTS of the past

Inspired by the Maranello manufacturer’s racing heritage, a hint of science fiction and modern architecture references, Ferrari’s latest coach-built one-off took a little over two years to complete. According to Ferrari, the idea was to develop a futuristic yet timeless design. “The Omologata had to ooze street presence while maintaining a pure and formal design language,” said Ferrari.

Based on the 812 Superfast’s architecture, the only parts carried over from the donor supercar were the windscreen and headlamps. The Omologata’s all-aluminium bodywork features bespoke styling elements such as three horizontal slats instead of a rear window; a heavily revised rear end with quad exhaust outlets; and a prominent rear spoiler which enhances aerodynamics and accentuates the supercar’s stance. Sited behind the Omologata’s flattened oval grille is Ferrari’s atmospheric 6,5-litre V12, producing 522 kw and 718 N.m. For the livery, Ferrari even developed a fresh shade of red to match the Omologata’s bespoke Rosso Magma body hue.

Inside, while modern, the cabin harks back to a bygone era. The electric blue seats are trimmed in leather and Jeans Aunde fabric (similar to that used on Ferrari racing cars of the ’60s), and feature four-point racing harnesses. Finished in a crackled paint effect, the facia is also reminiscent of Ferrari GTS of the ’60s.

MAGNIFICENT MODIFICATA

Now also donning an M moniker, the thoroughly updated Ferrari Portofino’s front-mounted 3,9-litre twinturbo V8 produces 456 kw. Torque output (760 N.m) remains the same but is now sent to the rear axle via an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Maranello firm says the Portofino M is capable of reaching the 100 km/h and 200 km/h markers from standstill in 3,45 seconds and 9,80 seconds respectively (that’s one second quicker than before), before topping out at a speed in excess of 320 km/h. Roof closed, of course.