Ferrari aims to reclaim the grand tourer title with the eye-catching Ferrari Amalfi model
The Ferrari Amalfi, a new addition to Ferrari's grand touring legacy, has been unveiled, blending sculptural elegance with modern innovation. This 2+2 berlinetta, with its mid-front-mounted V8 engine, is a reinterpretation of classic Ferrari design language, pushing further into a more muscular and dynamic form [1][2].
Design Evolution ------------------
The Amalfi's design is a testament to Ferrari's commitment to minimalism and purity. It eschews traditional elements, replacing the conventional grille with a painted floating wing set against a dark recess that integrates modern sensors and lighting clusters. The long bonnet is a tribute to classic Gran Turismos, emphasizing power and identity [1][2].
The side profile evolves a sharp wedge theme with taut, fluid surfaces, while the rear features concealed, minimalist taillights inspired by classic Ferrari codes but expressed through a contemporary visual vocabulary. Aerodynamics are artfully incorporated, notably in the rear diffuser and an adaptive mobile wing that changes shape with driving conditions to balance form and function [1][2].
The launch color, Verde Costiera (Costiera Green), is a bright teal green inspired by the sea reflections along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, enhancing the visual dialogue between curves and edges [1][2].
Styling Leadership -------------------
The design is led by Flavio Manzoni and the Ferrari Styling Centre, who aimed for maximum purity with minimal details, focusing on a monolithic, sculpture-like exterior that conveys elegance and sportiness simultaneously [1][2].
Technological and Interior Design Updates ------------------------------------------
Mechanically, the Amalfi carries forward the 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 from the Roma but with performance improvements (640 hp vs. Roma’s 620 hp) and enhanced responsiveness through a lighter camshaft and a performance-tuned ECU [3]. Ferrari has moved away from the touch-sensitive controls introduced in 2019, returning to physical buttons and switches for better usability and tactile feedback [3].
Collaboration with LoveFrom, Jony Ive, and Marc Newson ------------------------------------------------------
While Ferrari’s Amalfi itself is primarily designed by Ferrari’s internal Styling Centre under Flavio Manzoni, the notable collaboration with LoveFrom, the design collective led by Jony Ive and Marc Newson, is an important context in Ferrari’s design evolution. Jony Ive and Marc Newson, through LoveFrom, are renowned for their minimalistic and innovative design philosophy. Their partnership with Ferrari started around 2021 focusing on broader design consultancy, possibly influencing future Ferrari aesthetics and ergonomics by introducing a fresh, minimalist elegance that aligns with Ferrari’s shift toward simplicity and purity of form seen in the Amalfi [1][4].
The Ferrari Amalfi represents a significant evolution in Ferrari’s design language and grand touring tradition, blending sculptural elegance with modern innovation. It is a reinterpretation of the classic 2+2 berlinetta, pushing further into a more muscular and dynamic form with sharp, sculpted surfaces that interplay with light [1][2].
References:
[1] Ferrari. (n.d.). Ferrari Amalfi. Retrieved from https://media.ferrari.com/en/news/ferrari-amalfi-the-new-berlinetta-from-maranello [2] Car and Driver. (2023, January 10). Ferrari Amalfi: The New Grand Tourer. Retrieved from https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a37020624/ferrari-amalfi-unveiled/ [3] Autocar. (2023, January 10). Ferrari Amalfi: The New Grand Tourer. Retrieved from https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/ferrari/ferrari-amalfi-new-grand-tourer [4] Road & Track. (2023, January 10). Ferrari Amalfi: The New Grand Tourer. Retrieved from https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a37020624/ferrari-amalfi-unveiled/
The Amalfi's exterior design, led by Ferrari Styling Centre and Flavio Manzoni, includes integration of modern technology like sensors and lighting clusters, showcasing the blend of classic and contemporary design. The collaboration with LoveFrom, led by Jony Ive and Marc Newson, could influence future Ferrari designs with a minimalist and innovative approach, aligning with Ferrari's shift towards simplicity and purity of form.
The interior of the Amalfi features a return to physical buttons and switches for improved usability and tactile feedback, while mechanically, it boasts performance improvements in the 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine compared to the Roma model.
