Powered by a robust V8 turbo putting down nearly 600 hp and propelling 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, Ferrari today revealed their most powerful drop-top with the 2018 Ferrari Portofino—named after a little Italian town synonymous with elegance, sportiness, and understated luxury. All we know is that you’ll want to leave your fancy hat at home with the top down in this convertible beast.
A Convertible Ferrari with V8 Power and Weight Savings
- Engine: 3.9L twin-turbo V8
- Power Output: 592 hp
- Torque: 561 lb-ft
- Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
- 0 to 60 mph: 3.5 seconds
- Top Speed: 199 mph
- Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
- Weight: 3,668 lbs (curb weight) ​
Performance aside, the Portofino promises to offer a roomy trunk to store some luggage and a spacious cockpit up front with a couple of rear seats for those passengers willing to sit in tight quarters for a quick road trip. An all-new chassis features a significant weight saving over the California T it replaces while adding an extra 40 hp compared to the T as well.
Inside, the 2018 Ferrari Portofino cabin gets a new steering wheel, a 10.2-inch display touch screen infotainment setup, 18-way electrically adjustable seats with a new backrest design that boosts legroom for rear seat passengers, a better air-conditioning system for those hot days, and a new wind deflector which, when the top is dropped, cuts air flow inside the cabin by 30% and also reduces aerodynamic noise.
We’ll have more once the 2018 Ferrari Portofino makes its official Frankfurt International Motor Show debut next month.
