Photo: simonemasetti_photography via cochespias/instagram
Now that aficionados across the world have gotten used to Ferrari's twin-turbo V8 return, the time has come to discuss the Prancing Horse's V6 revival. And it seems that a prototype recently spotted doing its thing on the automaker's Fiorano test track allows us to sample the voice of that V6.
The test car was caught on camera from a distance, so, as far as the visual side is concerned, all we can say is this was heavily camouflaged, so it could easily pass as a 488 to an untrained eye.
However, the short clips showcasing the machine, which showed up on Instagram thanks to simonemasetti_photography (via cochespias) has a valuable soundtrack, basically giving us time to become familiar with the less dramatic, but still aggressive aural part of the twin-turbo, six-cylinder affair. Heck, there's even a bit of flame-spitting.
Since the Maranello automotive producer is currently in the midst of an expansion that will see it introducing two new cars this year, one of which should be the Spider incarnation of the SF90 Stradale, the motor might end up powering multiple models.
While Ferrari has confirmed both its V6 comeback and hybridization plans, the automaker has dismissed the return of the Dino, as a modern-day sub-brand for entry-level supercars.
Nevertheless, we should see the V6 as part of a hybrid powertrain and while the Italians should use this for a brand new supercar, it could always become an option for the upcoming Purosangue SUV.
The company's 2022 roadmap has shown that V8s and V12 are still on the table, which means that, once the V6 lands, the automaker won't just have an extremely diverse model lineup, but also a generous mix of powertrains.
As you can imagine, Ferrari is not alone at this table. In fact, the supercar market has already been touched by downsizing, from the Ford GT to Aston Martin's new twin-turbo V6, which should be offered both with and without electric assistance. Oh, and let's not forget that McLaren's next-generation "entry-level" supercar, a V6-powered proposal that should land by the end of the year.
However, the short clips showcasing the machine, which showed up on Instagram thanks to simonemasetti_photography (via cochespias) has a valuable soundtrack, basically giving us time to become familiar with the less dramatic, but still aggressive aural part of the twin-turbo, six-cylinder affair. Heck, there's even a bit of flame-spitting.
Since the Maranello automotive producer is currently in the midst of an expansion that will see it introducing two new cars this year, one of which should be the Spider incarnation of the SF90 Stradale, the motor might end up powering multiple models.
While Ferrari has confirmed both its V6 comeback and hybridization plans, the automaker has dismissed the return of the Dino, as a modern-day sub-brand for entry-level supercars.
Nevertheless, we should see the V6 as part of a hybrid powertrain and while the Italians should use this for a brand new supercar, it could always become an option for the upcoming Purosangue SUV.
The company's 2022 roadmap has shown that V8s and V12 are still on the table, which means that, once the V6 lands, the automaker won't just have an extremely diverse model lineup, but also a generous mix of powertrains.
As you can imagine, Ferrari is not alone at this table. In fact, the supercar market has already been touched by downsizing, from the Ford GT to Aston Martin's new twin-turbo V6, which should be offered both with and without electric assistance. Oh, and let's not forget that McLaren's next-generation "entry-level" supercar, a V6-powered proposal that should land by the end of the year.
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