Pininfarina: The Design Group Behind Your Favorite Italian Cars

Top Iconic Models Designed by Pininfarina

#5 1975 Ferrari 308 GTB

Yellow Ferrari 308 parked in a warehouse with large vertical windows in background

Pininfarina clearly has a unique design that transcends from model to model.
Source: Bring-A-Trailer

Launched in 1975, the Ferrari 308 GTB, designed by Leonardo Fioravanti, epitomized innovative design and high-performance engineering. Its striking silhouette, characterized by sharp lines and a low profile, enhanced aerodynamics and conveyed aggressive elegance. Powered by a 2.9-liter V8 engine delivering 255 horsepower, the 308 GTB offered exhilarating performance. The fiberglass body made it lighter and more nimble, while the interior combined sportiness with luxury, showcasing Pininfarina’s commitment to quality and detail.

Beige leather interior and gated manual shifter with Ferrari steering wheel

Custom beige leather, minimal design racing steering wheel, analog instruments;
yet an aesthetic functional design.
Source: Bring-A-Trailer

#4 1966 Alfa Romeo Duetto

Red with black roof Alfa Romeo Duetto shot in a showroom with a black background

Can’t tell if it’s a Ferrari… well Pininfarina does it again with Alfa!
Source: Bring-A-Trailer

Introduced in 1966, the Alfa Romeo Duetto was designed by Franco Martinengo, redefining open-top sports car aesthetics. Its long, flowing lines and rounded rear created a sense of fluidity. Powered by a 1.6-liter inline-four engine producing around 108 horsepower, the Duetto provided a spirited driving experience. Battista Pininfarina oversaw its design in one of his last projects, creating a harmonious blend of Italian flair and engineering precision.

Red Alfa Romeo Duetto rear side with chrome bumper with small red taillights

Black leather interior with a modified steering wheel with a red dashboard going from left to right

#3 1966 Fiat Dino/Dino Spider

Silver Fiat Dino parked in a brown brick driveway

This has to be a Ferrari? Yeah we would think so to, but the trained eye would know it was a Fiat from a mile away.
Source: Girardo & Co

The Fiat Dino and its variant, the Dino Spider, were designed by Pininfarina under Sergio Pininfarina’s vision, exemplifying Italian craftsmanship and engineering excellence. The sleek silhouette, powered by a 2.0-liter V6 engine producing around 135 horsepower, offered spirited performance while introducing enthusiasts to Ferrari-engineered power. The driver-centric interior emphasized comfort and functionality, bridging everyday driving with sports car performance.

Silver grey engine cover with black engine parts inside of a silver Fiat

Red leather interior seats with wood grain accents inside of a silver Fiat

#2 1995 Ferrari F50

Red Ferrari F50 driving fast on a road with clouds in the sky

Up close & very personal! Successor to the F40!
Source: Ferrari

Unveiled in 1995, the Ferrari F50 represents the pinnacle of automotive design and engineering, merging racing heritage with performance and aesthetics. Designed in collaboration with Ferrari, the F50 showcases a strikingly aggressive silhouette characterized by sharp lines and aerodynamic shape. Powered by a 4.7-liter V12 engine derived from Formula 1 technology, it produces 512 horsepower, allowing for blistering acceleration. The minimalist interior reflects its purpose as a street-legal supercar, solidifying its place in automotive history as a true icon of the 1990s.