Ferrari is no stranger when it comes to extraordinary and insane supercars. From the first Ferrari badged car in 1947 up until the present day, the name Ferrari instantly screams incredible supercars that love to push the boundaries in every way possible. The Ferrari P4/5 was no exception. Insanely powerful, insanely beautiful, and insanely fast!
Designed and manufactured specifically for film director James Glickenhaus, the P4/5 was unlike any other Ferrari ever created. With Pininfarina redesigning the car and Ferrari working tirelessly to manufacture the beast, Glickenhaus was in for a treat. And just like most Ferraris, the P4/5 broke the boundaries of what was possible and certainly didn’t disappoint!
A Distinctive Ferrari That Carries Years Of History
This theme of insane supercars carried on through the Ferrari P4/5’s release in 2006. Don’t get too excited about getting your hands on one of these or ever laying eyes on one, as only one unit was ever created. The car was specifically designed for film director James Glickenhaus, with Ferrari manufacturing the car and Pininfarina redesigning the vehicle.
Initially, the P4/5 was set to be modeled around the Ferrari Enzo, but James Glickenhaus preferred the styling of the old 1960s Ferrari racers. Glickenhaus' Ferrari was modeled with his specific preferences in mind, yet the car was still heavily designed on the beastly Enzo.
A Ferrari That Really Packs A Punch
The P4/5 housed a mightily impressive rear-mid 6.0-liter V12 Tipo F140 B engine which was connected to a 6-speed F1 automated manual transmission, which was controlled by shifting paddles placed behind the steering wheel.
The rear-wheel-drive system could accelerate the P4/5 from 0-62 mph in just 3 seconds, even faster than the Ferrari Enzo, while it topped out at a highly impressive 233 mph. The engine used was in fact taken from a Ferrari Enzo, yet it still managed to output an increased 660 hp, while its torque output stayed the same as the Enzo at 485 lb-ft.
The suspension on the P4/5 was largely unchanged from that on the Ferrari Enzo. The same push-rod suspension arrangement was found at the front and rear of the P4/5, while the same Brembo carbon ceramic anti-lock brake discs were used.
Ferrari P4/5 Flaunted A Bold Design
It’s a rarity that a Ferrari's exterior ever lets you down, and it certainly doesn’t disappoint on the P4/5. But not only is the exterior absolutely breathtakingly beautiful on the Ferrari P4/5, but it actually aids the car's aerodynamics. When looking at the P4/5, it is clear to see the Ferrari 330 P4 hidden within, just like Glickenhaus wanted.
Looking closely at the P4/5, it becomes clear that the design and many elements have been taken from several Ferrari models. No wonder it was named the ‘’Rolling History of Ferrari Racing DNA''. Of course, the Enzo within the P4/5 can be seen quite clearly, but in many ways, the P4/5 was even more impressive than the Enzo. Cooling was improved by the impressive front nose.
And It is this nose and the P4/5’s unique shape along with side vents that improve the car's aerodynamic capabilities. The fact that the P4/5’s exterior was completely made up of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic also aided the car's aerodynamics massively. With all the components working in tandem, the P4/5 was able to produce more downforce and less drag than the Ferrari Enzo.
Ultimately, this means that at higher speeds, the P4/5 was more stable and secure than the Ferrari Enzo. Although many components of the P4/5 were taken from previous Ferrari models, over 200 parts were made specifically for the P4/5 to pull off the retro yet up-to-date design.
Ferrari P4/5 Interior Was Unique
Nowadays, the interior of cars is, on occasion, even better than the exterior. While the new Ferrari’s interiors are extremely high-tech, advanced, and luxurious, they are no comparison to the amazing interior of the P4/5. This may be because the interior was actually designed by Glickenhaus himself.
It featured an iPod Nano stereo system along with a moderately sized screen that not only could be used as a Sat-Nav but also displayed a 3D model of the P4/5, with a list of complete parts to ensure servicing was as easy as possible. Another quirky component in the Ferrari P4/5 was the seats. Believe it or not, the seats are custom-built and specifically designed for the comfort of Glickenhaus and his family.
Glickenhaus and his sons' bodies were actually scanned by Pininfarina to mold the seats precisely to their comfort, convenience, and road view. These ultra-rare and insanely personalized seats were covered with red leather and black mesh chosen by Glickenhaus’ daughter. Talk about a personalized and customized car!
Ferrari P4/5 And $4 Million
While many of you would jump at the chance of owning the one and only Ferrari P4/5 by Pininfarina, is it really worth its $4 million price tag? While it may seem fairly steep and ridiculously expensive, you’ve got to remember that this car was purpose-built with somebody’s needs and wants in mind. Glickenhaus got exactly what he wanted, albeit for an insane price.
Even though the P4/5 was slightly better than the Enzo, and it was way more customized, the slight improvement in performance doesn’t really justify an extra $3,340,670. With the Enzo starting at $659,330, it seems much more logical to purchase an Enzo and customize it yourself. You’d certainly save a lot of money!
Sources: Ferrari, Pininfarina