{"id":893045,"date":"2026-02-06T10:29:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T10:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=893045"},"modified":"2026-02-06T10:29:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T10:29:24","slug":"video-ferrari-849-testarossa-track-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/video-ferrari-849-testarossa-track-test\/","title":{"rendered":"VIDEO: Ferrari 849 Testarossa Track Test"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sport Auto<\/a>\u2019s test team, led by Christian Gebhardt and Uwe Sener, pushes the Ferrari 849 Testarossa<\/a> hard on track, showcasing its blend of heritage styling and cutting-edge performance. Inspired by classic Testarossa and 512 race cars, especially in Assetto Fiorano trim, the car benefits from major aerodynamic upgrades that generate up to 415 kg of downforce.<\/p>\n

Power comes from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 paired with three electric motors, producing a staggering 1,050 hp and instant response with no turbo lag. On Michelin Cup 2 tires, the 849 feels light, razor-sharp, and highly communicative, delivering both understeer at the limit and controllable oversteer with throttle input. Brake-by-wire provides strong, precise stopping power, though it takes some acclimation.<\/p>\n

Off the track, the road version remains engaging, with adaptive suspension, hybrid driving modes, and improved comfort, though the electric-only sound is less inspiring. Overall, the 849 Testarossa stands out as an intensely emotional and technically impressive supercar, thrilling on both circuit and street.<\/p>\n