Most Comfortable Ferrari? Interior with Ride - Rank them

i find my 612 more relaxing than my FF. the FF is stupid fast and the gears come up on you quick. if AWD not a factor id go 612, you can drive a 612 for hours. when i refer to 612 i own an OTO and cant speak towards the earlier cars. fwiw my 612 oto handled better than my friends 599 which had the handling package. i dont know if it was me that day but the car felt floaty and airy. my 456 is comfortable but it doesn't feel as luxurious as the 612. the 612 is the right car.

i had 3 calis, one was a cali t, nowhere near as comfortable as my 612 oto. the 612 is a big car that doesnt drive big, the calis to me were small cars that drove big.

 

That right there is one of the most spot on feedbacks I’ve read here in a long time.

I have never drove a 612 or an FF. Sat in the former and rode shotgun in the latter. Of the cars I’ve tried, I’m yet to feel more comfortable or relaxed than in an FF. Lusso seemed to me tighter and sportier (which is a good thing, don’t get me wrong), but overall the FF offers a very refined ride, even by today’s standards.

Personally, there are three things that I consider to be decisive regarding comfort: suspension, seat’s lumbar support and body roll. Whatever your choice, I bet the outcome of Robb’s most excellent poll will be the win of a Ferrari GT car. When it comes to comfort, a GT is no match for a sports car, although truth be told, sports cars have become increasingly more versatile over the last 10 to 15 years. You no longer end a long road trip feeling like you’ve just came from 8 rounds against Mike Tyson.

Kind regards,

Nuno.

 

330GTC, 365GTC/4, 500 Superfast.

 

I am biased as I have a 550, and therefore, I would say the 550. Seats and driving position are made for the long haul without stress. Interior sound level is interesting, yet somewhat subdued, without being muffled, so it is not tiring. And, visibility in all directions, and in particular through the rear quarters, is very good. This makes it easier to keep track of gawkers who camp in your blind spot. Lessens stress and anxiety when changing lanes.

I remember a review of the 550 about the time it was introduced that praised it as a perfect balance of power and elegance, likening its appearance to an Olympic athlete in a Brioni suit. That same review also noted that the 550 appeared to be purpose built to make the 150mph run from Milan to Monaco for the weekend.

 

I have a 612 OTO with HGT2 and a 575.
I really like them both but the 612 is a far better car.
The engine aft of the front axels is all the difference in the world in proving neutral handling
And the longer wheelbase makes the ride smooth.
I have never experienced a better GT car.
The 575 is a great car but it’s not in the same league as the 612.

 

I own both a 612 OTO and a FF. I agree completely!

 

I voted 'other' my other is my 1986 412

 

..........ah, NOW you're talkin'

hadn't thought about the older cars; if they're included my old 365GTC speciale #10581 is #1
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I agree, except I hate the seats.

 

You know, so few of us have never even ridden, let alone driven, one of these vehicles they're not even on our radar.

However, I don't doubt for a second that they are sublimely driveable!

 

I'm tempted to say I'd give my right arm to drive that car, but then without a right arm, I couldn't!

 

Id imagine the voting will be skewed by people who havent driven all of them, such as myself.

Out of the Ferraris Ive owned, the Cali is by far the most comfortable.

 

Of the ones I have owned and own.

812, Portofino, Cali T, 488.

 

456,
612
FF
It’s why there called GT cars grand touring.

 

456GT

 

I totally agree: very comfortable but still a sporty drive (and utterly gorgeous engine music ).

 

812

 

IMO

Lusso GTC4 T :
Ergonomically , the most comfortable, set in Sport mode, with " bumpy road " button pressed , I cannot say that I have drive a Ferrari that is more comfortable. Yet, when it's time, will deliver the goods ( Literally and figuratively ) all the leg room and head room needed. Seats are comfortable by design and everything is pretty much at your fingertips.
When its time to get sportier, adjust it to Race and stiffen up the suspension, it will hang with the best of them, and we are talking on the street, so much more usable, and not nearly as big as it looks from the outside. As soon as you are in your zone, you forget everything except that you are behind the wheel of a Ferrari!
The GTC4 is not much different, but in driving them both back to back and often, there is a difference to be felt. ( No argument that the v12 screams, so it may be worth the mino trade off in comfort )

My opinion is based upon the thousands of miles driven leading numerous Ferrari owners rallies and having my choice of lead vehicles, I gravitate back to the Lusso for the longer drives every time. The Portofino is a second.


Your list in order IMO:

FF ( My lead car of choice starting back in 2012 , until the Lusso came out )
Portofino/ T / California
F12
599
612
575
550
Other Model... like 456, 412, etc


Good Topic!

Steve

 

As long as you're only talking about the two front seats, the Mondial is a comfortable car to drive, even for long distances.

A 365GT is a pretty dreamy car to drive in as well.

 

The 60s and 70s were an era of softer riding cars in general so I imagine a few of the 2+2s from that era, as well as Enzo's chauffeur-driven 400/412, would fit the criteria. But as people say, so few of us have driven all those amazing models. So I suppose we should all say what pool we are voting from. I hope someone will join in who has driven every Ferrari.

Of the Ferraris which I have owned or driven at length, which are:

250 California SWB Spider
275 GTB/4
Dino
Testarossa
F512M
456 M GTA
550M Maranell0
575M Maranello FHP
612
612 HGTC
308
360 Spider
430 Berlinetta
430 Spider
430 Scuderia
458 Italia
458 Speciale
488 GTB
488 Pista
599 GTB
599 GTB HGTE
F12
812
FF
GTC4Lusso
GTC4Lusso T
California
California 30
California 30 HS
California T HS
Portofino

I would say the GTC4 Lusso T definitely hangs in my memory as the most comfortable. Capacious seats, quiet cabin, a much more refined ride than the FF. But I have owned/driven these over the years and I never gave much thought to a comfort comparison before now. I would also say that the 488 has a remarkably comfortable ride and cabin experience considering the type of car it is.

There are some anomalies in my experience. My F512M has hard carbon seats but a smoother ride on many surfaces than my 575 M with Fiorano Pack. My 430 Spider's Daytona seats are super comfortable though the car is too loud to be "comfortable", unless aural comfort doesn't matter. I didn't find my 550 very refined compared to more modern Ferraris.

Also, tyres make a difference, with Michelins in my experience adding a layer of comfort as well as handling excellence over brittle P Zeros.

 

Right on, Darius; Enzo's cars do fit - and I've owned two 412's, a 5-speed and an auto, both extremely comfortable cars to drive in any conditions, even on rallies ------
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My 330 2+2 was extremely comfortable with outstanding headroom.

Matt

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Your car is gorgeous, I love it. Drive in good health my friend!

 

I would say the FF/Lusso, it's cavernous back there - shocked me how much space. Although once the FUV comes out- I suspect that will be the new comfort king.