Ferrari Portofino

The Ferrari Portofino replaces the California T to become the most affordable car you can buy from the Ferrari lineup. What is possible the most beautiful production car in the world, the Ferrari Portofino is a hard top convertible with a metal folding roof that is powered by a front mounted twin-turbo V8 engine. The Ferrari Portofino is priced in India at Rs 3.5 Crore (ex-showroom) before considering options and extras of which there are plenty to choose from. The Ferrari Portofino does not have any direct rivals in India apart from the likes of the upcoming Bentley Continental GT convertible and the luxurious Rolls Royce Dawn.

The 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, which has also won the coveted ‘engine of the year’ award for three years in a row makes 592 bhp of peak power and 760 Nm of peak torque. The Portofino gets from 0-100 kmph in just 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 320 kmph. The Ferrari Portofino also gets an electronic rear differential, quicker and updated electronic power steering and the Ferrari signature magnetorheological suspension that uses iron filings in the suspension to stiffen or soften the damping instantly at the touch of a button. The Ferrari Portofino also gets driving modes that the driver can choose from right on the steering wheel itself.

As we mentioned earlier, the Ferrari Portofino features an all new body that is absolutely stunning in terms of design. The front facia features the typical Ferrari family look as most other Ferraris get currently with the large central grille and sleek sharp LED headlamps. The profile on the new Ferrari Portofino is sharper and features an optional carbon fibre side skirt while the iconic rear wheel arch haunches are accentuated and lead into the tail lamps. The Portofino also gets a stunning rear end with its twin tail lamps that are set apart and a quad exhaust setup while the boot lid itself is a lot more contoured. The roof itself folds away in under 20 seconds and can be operated while on the move.