Built on one man’s dream to win, Ferrari started its journey in 1947. Enzo Ferrari didn’t care about comfort or looks. His only focus was victory. He wanted to win it all—Grand Prix races, endurance challenges, hill climbs, and even the Indianapolis 500. Over 70 years, Ferrari became much more than a racing name. It turned into a global icon. Even if you don’t follow cars or racing, you’ve heard of Ferrari. Everyone has a favorite Ferrari or an idea of which one is the best. This list looks at the most powerful Ferraris ever made for the street. Ferrari F80 1,184 HP The Ferrari F80 is the most powerful car Ferrari has ever built. The heart of the F80 is a 3.0-litre V-6 engine. It can rev up to an impressive 9,200 rpm, inspired by Formula 1 technology. This engine makes 888 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. Electric turbochargers help it deliver power instantly without any delay. But that’s not all. The F80 also has three electric motors. Two power the front wheels for sharper handling, while the third motor works with the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Together, they add 296 more horsepower, giving the car its total output of 1,184 BHP. Speed is where the F80 really shines. It goes from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.15 seconds and hits 124 mph in 5.75 seconds. Ferrari’s designers also debated its unique 1+1 seating to balance performance and practicality. Priced at around $3.1 million, the F80 will begin arriving in the US in 2026. Ferrari SF90 XX (Stradale and Spider) 1,016 HP The Ferrari SF90 XX is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V-8 engine and three electric motors. Ferrari made big changes to the engine, like polishing the inlet and exhaust ports, adding new pistons, and increasing the compression ratio. These tweaks boost the engine’s power to 786 horsepower, 17 more than the regular SF90. The electric motors also get an "Extra Boost" feature, raising the total power to 1,016 horsepower, making it the second most powerful Ferraris ever built. It can go from 0 to 62 mph in only 2.3 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds faster than the standard SF90. Ferrari is only making 799 Stradale coupes and 599 Spider convertibles. Both models are already sold out, even with prices starting at $844,000 for the coupe and $932,000 for the Spider. Ferrari SF90 (Stradale and Spider) 986 HP Available as the Stradale coupe and Spider convertible, the Ferrari SF90 takes third place on the list of Ferrari’s most powerful cars. Its groundbreaking hybrid powertrain combines a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V-8 engine with three electric motors. Together, they produce an impressive 986 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. The V-8 engine makes 769 horsepower, while the electric motors add 217 more. The SF90 is special because it’s the first mid-engine Ferrari with all-wheel drive. This gives it better grip and control, even at high speeds. An eight-speed automatic transmission makes gear changes quick and smooth. The Spider can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.4 seconds, while the Stradale does it in just 2.0 seconds. In July 2021, the Stradale set this record at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Both models can reach a top speed of 211 mph. Ferrari LaFerrari (and Aperta) 950 HP The Ferrari LaFerrari and its open-top version the LaFerrari Aperta are tied for fourth place on the list of Ferrari’s most powerful cars. Both models use a 6.3-litre V-12 engine combined with an electric motor. Together, they produce 949 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. These cars were Ferrari’s first hybrids, and they set a high standard. The V-12 engine alone delivers 789 horsepower. When the electric motor kicks in, the total power climbs to 949 horsepower. Both models can go from 0 to 60 mph in under three seconds. Their top speed is over 217 mph, making them some of the fastest Ferraris ever. The Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) helps store energy during braking and adds extra power when accelerating. Ferrari Daytona SP3 829 HP The Ferrari Daytona SP3 takes fifth place among Ferrari’s most powerful cars. It has a 6.5-litre V-12 engine, the most powerful combustion engine ever used in a Ferrari road car. This engine, taken from the 812 Competizione, has been upgraded to produce 829 horsepower and 514 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to its strong weight-to-power ratio, the Daytona SP3 can reach 60 mph in under three seconds. It hits 100 mph in less than six seconds and has a top speed of 211 mph. Ferrari 12Cilindri (and Spider) 819 HP The Ferrari 12Cilindri earns the sixth spot. It is powered by a 6.5-litre V-12 engine, one of Ferrari’s best. This engine is also used in the 812 and Purosangue SUV but has been tuned for more power here. In the 12Cilindri, it produces 819 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Ferrari claims the 12Cilindri can reach 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds. Its estimated top speed is over 211 mph, putting it in the ranks of Ferrari’s fastest road cars. The 12Cilindri also comes in a Spider version. Ferrari 296 (GTB and GTS) 819 HP The Ferrari 296 GTB makes it to the seventh place. It uses a hybrid system with a turbocharged V-6 engine. This is a big change for Ferrari, moving away from the V-8s and V-12s seen in the past. However, this setup is inspired by Ferrari’s Formula 1 race cars, which also use V-6 engines. Together, the hybrid system delivers an impressive 819 horsepower. During tests at Car and Driver’s track, the 296 GTB hit 60 mph in just 2.4 seconds. It completed the quarter-mile in 9.7 seconds at 150 mph. Ferrari 812 Competizione (and Aperta) 819 HP The Ferrari 812 Competizione is special because they might be Ferrari’s last models with only a combustion engine. Future Ferraris will have hybrid systems to boost power and reduce emissions. The 812 Competizione has a 6.5-litre V-12 engine. This naturally aspirated engine revs up to 9,500 rpm and delivers 819 horsepower. It’s one of the most powerful V-12 engines Ferrari has ever made. Ferrari calls it an “internal-combustion exclamation mark,” and its roar is unforgettable. The automaker made only 500 Competizione coupes and 312 Aperta models. Ferrari Monza SP1/SP2 799 HP The Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 are unlike any other cars. These models have no roof or windshield, giving drivers a raw and thrilling experience. They are part of Ferrari’s Icona series. Under the hood, the Monza has a powerful 6.5-litre V-12 engine. It produces 799 horsepower at 8,500 rpm and 530 lb-ft of torque at 7,000 rpm. Thanks to advanced intake technology, this engine delivers power without needing a turbocharger. The Monza can go from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.9 seconds and reach 124 mph in 7.9 seconds. Its top speed is over 186 mph, slightly lower than the 812 Superfast due to its unique design. While the Monza SP1 is a single-seater, the SP2 adds a second seat. Both models are limited to just 499 units. Ferrari 812 (Superfast and GTS) 789 HP The Ferrari 812 Superfast and GTS are incredible examples of Ferrari’s power and design. Both cars use a 6.5-litre V-12 engine that produces 789 horsepower at 8,900 rpm. The 812 can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.7 seconds. In Car and Driver's tests, it hit 100 mph in 5.7 seconds and completed the quarter-mile in 10.4 seconds at 138 mph. These numbers make it one of the fastest front-engine Ferraris ever made. Source: Ferrari
