Ferrari 456 M GT

1998 Ferrari 456 M GT (F116)
Ferrari 1998  Italy
Engine
5.5L V12 (Tipo F116C)
435 bhp (324 kW) @ 6250 rpm
406 lb⋅ft (550 N·m) @ 4500 rpm
Performance
Top Speed	186 mph (299 km/h)
Top Speed	186 mph (299 km/h)
0-60 mph	5.2 secs.
0-60 mph	5.2 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
Front-Engine, Rear-wheel drive

The 1998 Ferrari 456 M GT (F116) is a GT car manufactured by Ferrari between 1998 to 2003, and is the predecessor of the 612 Scaglietti. Only 688 456 M GTs were built from 1998 to 2003.

The M in its name stands for Modificata, or "Modified" in Italian, as it is an updated version of the Ferrari 456 produced between 1992 and 1997.

The 456 M GT is powered by a 5.5L V12 producing 442HP which is also used in the 550 Maranello, and won the "over 4 litre" class of the International Engine of the Year awards in 2001 and 2002.

Games

Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit

The 456 M GT appears in Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit with a class B rating, and is a downloadable add-on car for the PC release.

It can be selected with a 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, with the manual offering better performance.

Description

“	Over the years, most Ferraris have been two-seaters, but the famed Italian automaker also has a history of building supercars in the 2+2 configuration. Four-seat models like the 1960s 330 GT C are now highly sought after by collectors, but it's been years since Ferrari gave us those two extra places. Ferrari's latest 2+2, the 456 M, has been praised by auto critics as one of the most beautiful automobiles ever to bear the famed Prancing Horse badge. The 456 was styled by famed Italian studio Pininfarina, and it shows in every line. Perfectly proportioned and with no spoilers to mar its lines, it looks superb from every angle. The hood of the 456 M is so low - it's hard to believe that a potent 5.5 litre V12 nestles under it, especially one that puts up 436 horsepower. This might be a touring car for four, but it's almost as fast as other Ferrari models built just for two. Top speed is over 186 miles per hour, and 60 miles per hour comes up quickly in just 5.1 seconds. Luxurious leather trim and more roominess than might be imagined in such a sleek sportster pamper occupants. For the driver, everything is traditional Ferrari, from a highly functional instrument panel to the Maranello automaker’s trademarked gated gearshift lever. For auto buffs that want to share their taste for fine sports cars with more than one passenger, it's a dream come true.	”
— In-game Showcase

Trivia

• In the PC release of Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit, the 456 M GT can be selected with either a Verde Magello, Rosso Corsa, Giallo Modena, Argento Nurburgring, Azzuro California, or Nero Daytona body paint colour.

Development - Some content may have altered during development.

• In the European PC release Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit, an early rendition of the showcase menu can be found depicting the 1992-1997 456 GT instead of the 456 M GT.

Gallery

Need for Speed III: Hot Pursuit
Stock
(PC)