296 [2021-] Ferrari 296 Version Special and Special Aperta

[Swissbob]

I have an allocation but I’m in same boat. I think it’s an amazing car. But I can’t imagine there’s a huge difference to the regular 296, which I love. I had 2 458’s and a 458 Speciale and there wasn’t a big difference. This is similar as far as performance deltas. And if I really want one, I could just buy used for $100k off, perhaps.

There is, funnily enough, a big difference in performance feel from 296 to 765. 765 punch is stronger and more violent.

I personally think a flatplane V8 sounds better than a V6. But that’s my personal opinion.

 

[Jo_Sta7]

I’ll be interesting to see how much lighter the SF90XX will be compared to the normal SF90.

The Ferrari weight figures are usually far from the real weight of the car.(296 and 296 Speciale will probably have the same problem)

My 296 GTB weighed 1624 kg full of fluids. My 765 1388 kg full of fuel. For your reference.

 

[Swissbob]

My 296 GTB weighed 1624 kg full of fluids. My 765 1388 kg full of fuel. For your reference.

Very interesting, thank you very much

Although the 296 is only a V6, this shows the influence of the hybrid system.

236kg difference or about 500lbs.

The 765 is surprisingly light

 

[Jo_Sta7]

Very interesting, thank you very much

Although the 296 is only a V6, this shows the influence of the hybrid system.

236kg difference or about 500lbs.

The 765 is surprisingly light

Here’s something else you may find interesting. The 765 feels heavier in turn in. The hydraulic rack makes it more progressive but slower on turn in. It’s more predictable and I think confidence inspiring but slower. The Ferrari darts and changes direction better than any car I’ve ever driven. It’s instant but hyper and forces one to recalibrate and slow inputs. Not as much feel though by any means and more skittish. You’d never guess the Ferrari is the heavier one.

 

[Swissbob]

I agree with you, that’s very interesting

Do you think they did that to hide the weight?

 

[Jo_Sta7]

I agree with you, that’s very interesting

Do you think they did that to hide the weight?

somewhat intentional and somewhat a product of the short wheelbase

 

[Jonathan19]

Rumors : The Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti arrives on Friday, June 13, 2025

 

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Worthy of the name? Ferrari 296 SPECIALE first drive & review | Henry Catchpole - The Driver’s Seat

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Imagine driving that through the McDrive

 

[Jo_Sta7]

Seems like a better GTB but is the performance relevant for the cost?

 

[klier]

Same with the GT3 and GT3 RS I guess? The Speciale will hold its value better. But I suppose this hybrid V6 won't be that hot for the foreseeable future...

 

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[Centurion]

Same with the GT3 and GT3 RS I guess? The Speciale will hold its value better. But I suppose this hybrid V6 won't be that hot for the foreseeable future...

It probably drives exceptionally well just like the 296. However it won't hold its value or appreciate because:
-The production isn't limited in number.
-The sound isn't raw.
-It appears to be compromised for daily usability and might hint that there will be an even more extreme variant.

 

[AndreB]

-The production isn't limited in number.

The good thing is that in few years we can buy one of the best cars of all time, the GTB, at a great price.

But I don't get why they named it "Speciale" if its not limited so not that special.