V12 VS V8 on a GTC4/Lusso

I am considering moving from a 575 to a GTC4/Lusso . My question is which one would you choose for normal GT type driving, smoothness & ride quality is a priority over maximum performance but I am an active FCA event participant !
No longer on the tracks

 

The stories I read here about the PTU on the AWD would scare me off the 12 and in to the turbo 8. I've also read some here say the V8 is a bit more sporty of a drive. Of course, if sound is important to you, then it's got to be a V12...T

 

V12 all the life ....

 

I liked the FF more than the Lusso, the Lusso v12 to me was underwhelming. The 8 is sportier but lacks the sound. You will lose the AWD and rear steering though. With this said if I had to choose I would probably get the 12. Are you confused now?

 

I would think coming from a V12 you'd want a V12 in the replacement. It seems both cars are well done.

 

That pretty much settles it, the V8.

 

Disclosure
Had FF have Lusso12.
Had F12 have 812.

I like 12s.

That said the 8 is “sportier but quieter “ which can be rectified.

Values on the 8 are softer but in this market who knows what that means.

I do not need awd. But it is not all time all awd. PTU fix is non issue if under warranty or use independent.

For me going from FF/F12 the 8 felt anemic despite being sportier.

Drive both. If it doesn’t matter then get an amazing spec 8,save some dollars and go from there.


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Drive both. I did and before driving wanted the 12 as most do. But it just isn’t spectacular in the Lusso. The 8 felt more nimble, turned quicker, better powerband, bullet proof. Just lacks some soul and sound, but performs well and i can’t image a better daily driver. I look for excuses to run errands.

Putting a capristo on my V8 soon to see if that helps a bit.




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Looked at both V8 Lussos and V12 Lussos. Ended up with a V12. Sound, overall feel, AWD. Did i already mention the V12? ;-)

 

V12, never compromise. Never. Life is too short.

Marcel Massini

 

Looked at both, decided on a V12. I found that some of the visual options I wanted (front grille edges, etc) were not spec'd on V8s, and I couldn't say no to the V12 scream.

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I have the 12 and have had a PTU problem with replacement. It was quite the ordeal even when replaced under warranty.

If I had to do it all over again there would be no question. It would be the 12. It will always be a 12 over a turbo 8. Always.


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Marcel I’m going to quote you in a talk I give Great words applicable to so much

Thank you


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completely agreed on assessment. Unless it's NA V8, it's no comparison to the NA V12. I bet $100 to you will want to sell the turbo V8 after you get the F8 or V8 Lusso coming from 575.

 

V12 always but to be honest I think the ff/lusso 12 cylinders lack torque for me.
I love the sound of the car, I really do and it’s impressive performance wise but poor tech on both vs competition and poor build quality are hard to swallow


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You lose the AWD but keep the rear wheel steering.

 

I am sorry but have you ever own a GTC? The high quality and tech are so impressive !! I am sorry but I completely disagree with your statement ... anyway life is beautiful because we are different

 

Thanks Marcel
I just need more room & dependable a/c

 

What is this PTU problem

 

some users have had some PTU failures. Covered under warranty when applicable, but up to 40KUSD out of warranty. There is now a permanent fix from a couple of shops in the US and the UK, I believe the cost for the permanent fix is 10-15KUSD. The failure is still affecting a very low proportion of cars though, at least from what we see in this forum.

 

Well I got an FF and I almost bought a lusso and the tech compared to the competition is crap. Loving Ferraris like I do doesn’t make me blind. Virtually every competitor has more tech.
PTU issues , u call that quality [emoji23]


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