Ferrari F40 in Forza Horizon: Real-World Legend & In-Game Stats (FH5 + FH6)
The Ferrari F40 is the headline Ferrari of every Forza Horizon entry — the last car personally approved by Enzo Ferrari before his death in 1988, with a 2.9 L twin-turbo V8 making 478 PS and a Kevlar/carbon body. With Forza Horizon 6 launching on 2026-05-19 (five days from today, 2026-05-14), this page profiles the F40 across the real world and the Forza Horizon series: verified FH5 in-game numbers, the F40’s confirmed return in FH6, and how the standard 1987 car compares to the 1989 F40 Competizione also in the games.
Key Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | 1987 Ferrari F40 |
| Production years | 1987–1992 (Wikipedia notes 1987–1993; LM/Competizione/GTE race versions through 1996) |
| Total production | 1,311 (including LM, Competizione and GTE race versions) |
| Engine | Tipo F120A/F120D 2,936 cc (2.9 L) twin-turbocharged 90° V8 |
| Power | 478 PS (352 kW / 471 hp) at 7,000 rpm |
| Top speed | 321 km/h (199 mph) — Sport Auto, September 1988 |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.7 s (first independent measurement) |
| Curb weight | 1,254 kg (Europe) / 1,369 kg (US) |
| Body | Kevlar, carbon fibre and aluminium panels; polycarbonate windshield and windows |
| Historical significance | The last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari |
| FH5 1987 F40 — PI / Class | 784 / A |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Power | 357 kW |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Weight | 1,352 kg |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Drivetrain | RWD |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Top speed | 321.5 kph |
| FH5 1987 F40 — 0–97 kph | 3.700 s |
| FH5 1987 F40 — 0–161 kph | 8.100 s |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Lateral G | 1.13 |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Division | Retro Supercars |
| FH5 1987 F40 — Price | 1,200,000 Cr (Autoshow / Wheelspin) |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — PI / Class | 947 / S2 |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Power | 515 kW |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Weight | 1,050 kg |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Top speed | 367.3 kph |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — 0–97 kph | 3.077 s |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — 0–161 kph | 6.076 s |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Lateral G | 1.77 |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Division | Extreme Track Toys |
| FH5 1989 Competizione — Price | 2,000,000 Cr (Barn Find) |
| FH6 confirmed | Yes — both variants listed on FH6 car roster |
| FH6 launch date | 2026-05-19 |
| FH6 in-game stats | (unconfirmed) |
Why the F40 matters: Enzo’s last masterpiece
The F40 was built to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary and is the last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari before his death in August 1988. Production ran from 1987 until 1992 (Wikipedia extends this to 1993, with LM/Competizione/GTE race derivatives continuing through 1996), and a total of 1,311 cars were produced — far more than Ferrari’s initial 400-unit plan, because demand was overwhelming.
Mechanically the F40 is brutally simple by modern Ferrari standards: a longitudinal mid-mounted 2,936 cc twin-turbocharged Tipo F120A/F120D V8 making 478 PS (352 kW / 471 hp) at 7,000 rpm, driving the rear wheels through a 5-speed gated manual. There is no ABS, no power steering, no traction control, no electronic driver aids — just a Kevlar/carbon/aluminium body wrapping a tubular steel chassis, with polycarbonate side glass you slide open by hand.
Independent testing by Sport Auto in September 1988 recorded 321 km/h (199 mph) top speed and 0–100 km/h in 4.7 s. Curb weight is 1,254 kg in European spec (1,369 kg US). The combination of that power-to-weight ratio with zero electronic safety net is why the F40 is the canonical “analog supercar” — and why it remains the Ferrari every Forza player wants to garage first.
Ferrari F40 in Forza Horizon 5 (verified stats)
Two F40 variants ship in Forza Horizon 5 and both are confirmed on the official forza.net car list — the 1987 Ferrari F40 in the Retro Supercars division (Autoshow / Wheelspin), and the 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione in Extreme Track Toys (Barn Find).
| Stat | 1987 F40 | 1989 F40 Competizione |
|---|---|---|
| PI / Class | 784 / A | 947 / S2 |
| Power | 357 kW | 515 kW |
| Weight | 1,352 kg | 1,050 kg |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Top speed | 321.5 kph | 367.3 kph |
| 0–97 kph | 3.70 s | 3.08 s |
| 0–161 kph | 8.10 s | 6.08 s |
| Lateral G @ 97 kph | 1.13 | 1.77 |
| Speed rating | 7.3 | 8.3 |
| Handling | 5.9 | 9.5 |
| Acceleration | 6.3 | 6.6 |
| Launch | 2.6 | 1.7 |
| Braking | 5.5 | 8.5 |
| Offroad | 5.5 | 5.1 |
| Price | 1,200,000 Cr | 2,000,000 Cr |
The stock 1987 F40 punches well above its A-class PI: a 3.7 s 0–97 km/h and 321 kph top speed mean it can run with cars 50–80 PI above it on long Horizon road events. The Competizione is essentially a different car — half a tonne lighter, with race rubber-equivalent grip producing 1.77 lateral G at 97 kph, which is closer to a modern hypercar than a 1989 race conversion. If you want to explore the fastest cars in Forza Horizon, the Competizione’s 367.3 kph stock top speed is a natural reference point, and the 1987 F40 tunes cleanly into best S1 cars in Forza Horizon territory with the right build.
Ferrari F40 in Forza Horizon 6
Both F40 variants are confirmed for Forza Horizon 6 (launching 2026-05-19) according to community-aggregated car lists drawn from the official FH6 reveals: the 1987 Ferrari F40 and the 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione. The F40 has appeared in every Forza Horizon entry since the series began, so its inclusion in FH6 is consistent with the long-running roster.
Exact FH6 in-game numbers — PI placement, in-game horsepower readout, weight, top speed, division assignment and credit price — are (unconfirmed) until Playground Games publishes the official spec sheet at launch. The FH5 figures above are the most reliable predictor, since Forza historically carries car physics models forward with only minor PI tuning between titles.
What we do know:
- FH6 ships with over 550 cars from 71 manufacturers at launch.
- Ferrari is one of the headline brands with roughly eleven cars in the initial roster.
- Both F40 variants appear on every pre-launch aggregated FH6 car list checked.
If FH6 mirrors FH5’s structure, expect the 1987 F40 to remain in Retro Supercars around A-class PI 780–800, and the Competizione to anchor Extreme Track Toys at S2 ~940–960 (unconfirmed). This page will be updated with verified FH6 stats once the game is live on 2026-05-19.
Real-world vs in-game: where Forza takes liberties
Forza’s F40 model is mostly faithful, but there are a few notable differences worth flagging for anyone cross-referencing real-world specs with what they see on the in-game telemetry overlay.
- Power: Ferrari’s factory figure is 478 PS (352 kW / 471 hp). FH5 reads 357 kW — within rounding of factory spec.
- Weight: Factory European curb weight is 1,254 kg, US spec is 1,369 kg. FH5 lists the in-game car at 1,352 kg, which is close to US-spec curb weight — likely because Forza uses curb weight with fluids and a 75 kg driver loaded.
- Top speed: Real-world independently measured 321 km/h; FH5 stock top speed 321.5 kph. Effectively identical — a rare 1:1 match.
- 0–100 km/h: Real-world independent 4.7 s; FH5 0–97 kph in 3.70 s. Forza’s number is notably quicker — drag-strip-style launches with a perfect computer driver close most of that gap, but the in-game figure is the optimistic end.
- Drivetrain and layout: Both real and in-game are mid-engine RWD with a 5-speed (manual or sequential clutch in-game). No discrepancies.
For the F40 Competizione, Forza models the 1989 race-spec car: 515 kW (approximately 700 hp), 1,050 kg, and the cornering numbers reflect slicks-equivalent grip. This is broadly consistent with the period race programme that ran through 1996. See the Forza Horizon 5 Ferrari car list for the full Ferrari roster context.
Real-world vs in-game comparison table
| 1987 Ferrari F40 (real) | 1987 Ferrari F40 (FH5) | 1989 F40 Competizione (FH5) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.9L twin-turbo V8 | 2.9L twin-turbo V8 (modelled) | 2.9L twin-turbo V8 race-spec |
| Power | 478 PS (352 kW) | 357 kW | 515 kW |
| Weight | 1,254 kg (EU) / 1,369 kg (US) | 1,352 kg | 1,050 kg |
| Drivetrain | Mid-engine RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Top speed | 321 km/h (Sport Auto 1988) | 321.5 kph | 367.3 kph |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.7 s (Sport Auto 1988) | 3.70 s (0–97 kph) | 3.08 s (0–97 kph) |
| PI / Class | n/a | 784 / A | 947 / S2 |
| Price | n/a | 1,200,000 Cr | 2,000,000 Cr |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ferrari F40 in Forza Horizon 6?
Yes. Both the 1987 Ferrari F40 and the 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione are confirmed on pre-launch FH6 car lists. FH6 launches 2026-05-19; exact in-game stats are not yet published.
What class is the Ferrari F40 in Forza Horizon 5?
The 1987 Ferrari F40 sits at PI 784 in A class. The 1989 F40 Competizione is much higher at PI 947 in S2 class.
How much does the Ferrari F40 cost in FH5?
The 1987 F40 costs 1,200,000 Cr from the Autoshow (also obtainable via Wheelspin). The 1989 F40 Competizione is a Barn Find with a 2,000,000 Cr listed value.
How many Ferrari F40s were made?
A total of 1,311 F40s were produced between 1987 and 1992, including the LM, Competizione and GTE race versions. Ferrari originally planned just 400 units.
Was the F40 the last car Enzo Ferrari approved?
Yes. Wikipedia describes the F40 as “the last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari”. Enzo died in August 1988, the year after the F40 was unveiled for Ferrari’s 40th anniversary.
What is the top speed of the F40 in Forza Horizon 5?
The stock 1987 F40 tops out at 321.5 kph (199.8 mph), virtually identical to Sport Auto’s real-world measurement of 321 km/h. The 1989 Competizione reaches 367.3 kph stock.
Sources
- Wikipedia — Ferrari F40
- Kudosprime — 1987 Ferrari F40 - Forza Horizon 5
- Kudosprime — 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione - Forza Horizon 5
- Forza.net (Playground Games / Turn 10) — Forza Horizon 5 Car List
- CarVibeHub — Exploring How Many F40s Were Made: Production Numbers And Statistics
- AR12Gaming — Forza Horizon 6 Full Car List
- Forza Wiki (Fandom) — Ferrari F40