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History of the Ferrari Testarossa: Enzo’s Favorite “Red-Head!”

History of the Ferrari Testarossa: Enzo’s Favorite “Red-Head!”

Specs & Features

Rear end of a red Ferrari Testarossa palm trees and cloudy blue sky in the back

The Testarossa’s design is characterized by its wide stance, distinctive side strakes (cheese grater vents), and a sleek, aerodynamic profile. The iconic side strakes not only added to the car’s visual appeal but also improved airflow to the rear-mounted radiators, ensuring optimal engine cooling.

side profile of a Red Ferarri with tall green grass on either side of the car and a blue sky with clouds

The heart of the Testarossa is its mid-mounted, naturally aspirated 4.9-liter flat-12 engine. In its original form, the engine produced approximately 385 horsepower and 361 lb-ft (490 Nm) of torque. This power was channeled to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. The Testarossa’s performance was nothing short of exceptional, with a 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 km/h) time of around 5.2 seconds and a top speed of approximately 180 mph (290 km/h).

Flat 12 Engine inside of a red Ferarri
4.9L Flat 12 Engine pushing the Testarossa to its absolute limits!
Source: Bring-A-Trailer
Technical drawing of a Ferrari Testarosso showing internal mechanics and interior layout of the car, drawn on a white background
Technical Drawing that shows the internal mechanics of the Testarossa. Rear Mid-Engine layout and double wishbone suspension aided in the handling capability of the car offering a 40:60 weight ratio.
Source: Ferrari

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