2021 Ferrari 488 GT Modificata

Combining technology from their GTE and GT3 racing program, Ferrari have unleashed their track-only edition of the 488. Called the Ferrari 488 GT Modificata, it joins the ranks of other non road legal Ferrari’s like the 599XX and FXX. These exercises allow the Ferrari engineers to unleash to full potential of the platform with worry of complying with road rules or competition regulations.

The Ferrari 488’s V8 engine has been tweaked with a high-performance ECU map which raises peak power up to 690 hp. It remains rear-wheel drive sending power through an automatic transmission that can have customised ratios chosen during production and a carbon fiber clutch.

Not having to comply with the FIA’s rules has seen the 488 GT Modificata gain more downforce through modifying the aero of both the GTE and GT3 versions. Peak downforce is now rated at 2,200 pounds at 142 mph, which will help improve traction through high speed cornering. The suspension has been taken straight from the 488 GTE and the braking setup is borrowed from the 488 GT3 Evo which includes a Brembo brake package and ABS system.