Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta

1997 Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta (F129)
Ferrari 1997  Italy
Engine
3.5L V8 (Tipo F129B)
375 bhp (280 kW) @ 8250 rpm
268 lb⋅ft (363 N·m) @ 6000 rpm
Performance
Top Speed	183 mph (295 km/h)
Top Speed	183 mph (295 km/h)
0-60 mph	4.6 secs.
0-60 mph	4.6 secs.
Transmission	6-speed Manual
Transmission	6-speed Manual
Kerb Weight	1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Kerb Weight	1,350 kg (2,976 lbs)
Layout
Mid-Engine, Rear-wheel drive

The 1997 Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta (F129) is a mid-engine sports coupe built by Ferrari between 1997 and 1999.

The F355, introduced in 1994, would be equipped three years later with a Formula One style paddle gear shift electrohydraulic manual transmission to become the 355 F1, allowing the driver to not have to take their hands off of the steering wheel whilst changing gears.

An open-top Spider entered production alongside the F1 Berlinetta in 1997.

It is an evolution of the Ferrari 348 and was replaced by the Ferrari 360 in 2000. The F1 Berlinetta and Spider were the only models in the 355 series to be equipped with a Formula One gearbox.

Games

Need for Speed II

The 355 F1 Berlinetta appears in the Special Edition re-release of Need for Speed II.

Grouped in Class C alongside the Ford Mustang Mach III, Italdesign Calà and Lotus Esprit V8, it doesn't possess quick acceleration compared to its class, but compensates with a top speed of 185 mph (298 km/h).

Description

“	With its dramatic though tastefully restrained Pininfarina styling, the 355 F1 succeeds a long line of V8-powered Ferraris, from the original 308 to the most recent 348. The 355’s powerplant is a 3.5-liter V8 of exceptionally advanced design, boasting five valves per cylinder and double overhead cams, it develops a stirring 375 horsepower, very impressive in a car that weighs less than 3,000 pounds. The V8 is mounted just after the cockpit, and this location gives the car extraordinary balance and weight distribution – this translates into superb handling and makes it one of the quickest cars through a slalom test course. High speed stability is aided by a smooth aerodynamic underbody. The car also boasts an electro-hydraulic transmission system, a technology used in Formula One cars. The combination of this gearbox, the ability to change gears using controls on the steering wheel, and the absence of a clutch pedal, provides the car with improved performance by cutting in half the time it takes to shift through the gears. Straight line performance matches handling - this flyer from Maranello will top 60 miles per hour in a brisk 4.5 seconds, and top speed is an equally impressive 183 miles per hour. Outstanding ABS brakes help to keep all this performance under control. Although the 355 F1 is the most affordable automobile in the legendary Italian automaker’s lineup, it is still very much a Ferrari.	”
— In-game Showcase

Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit

The 355 F1 Berlinetta appears in the PlayStation release of Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit as a B class vehicle.

It possesses one of the best performance figures in its class. Its quick acceleration, combined with its agility, make it a fast car on every race course. It is also capable of a high top speed due to the six-speed transmission. As other Ferrari and Mercedes vehicles, it is not allowed in Hot Pursuit mode.

Description

“	Succeeding a long line of V8-powered Ferraris, from the original 308 to the most recent 348, the Pininfarina-styled 355 F1 is a feat of tastefully restrained drama. From a 3.5 liter V8 power plant of exceptionally advanced design, the 355 F1 boasts 5 valve per cylinder and double overhead cams churning out 375 horsepower, very impressive for a car under 3000 pounds. The V8 is mounted just after the cockpit, giving the car extraordinary balance and weight distribution - this translates into superb handling, and makes it one of the quickest cars through a slalom test course. High speed stability is aided by a smooth aerodynamic underbody, while also sporting an electro-hydraulic transmission system, a technology used in Formula One cars. The combination of this gearbox, the ability to change gears using controls on the steering wheel, and the absence of a clutch pedal translates into improved performance via a 50% reduction in shifting time. Don't doubt that straight line performance matches handling - this flyer from Maranello will top 60 miles per hour in a brisk 4.6 seconds, and top speed is an equally impressive 183 miles per hour. Outstanding ABS brakes round out the package, keeping all this performance in check. Although the 355 F1 is the most affordable automobile in the legendary Italian automaker's lineup, it's still very much a Ferrari.	”
— In-game Showcase

Trivia

Development - Some content may have altered during development.

• In the PlayStation release of Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit, an unused yellow body paint colour option can be found in the game files.

Gallery

Need for Speed II: Special Edition
Stock
(PC)

Need For Speed 2 SE - Ferrari F355 (Showcase Video) -HD 1080p-

Need for Speed II: Special Edition
Showcase
(PC)

Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit
Stock
(PlayStation)