Ferrari 360 aerodynamic development

The search for downforce without aerodynamic devices, such as wings or spoilers, led to novel solutions for the car's suspension.

Since the late 1980s, development of Ferrari grand touring (GT) cars and Formula 1 racecars has been guided by aerodynamics in an effort to obtain high downforce, resulting in enhanced high-speed stability and cornering capability. The latest Ferrari GT car, the 360 Modena, follows this trend. Aerodynamics was one of the fundamental design criteria that drove the entire design process of the car.

Although the use of wings and spoilers provides high downforce, it could present efficiency concerns due to high aerodynamic drag. Considering the great potential of the underbody for generating downforce with good efficiency, engineers decided to develop an aerodynamic design for the 360 Modena that did not require wings or spoilers.