Italy

Ferrari

"We are the Prancing Horse."

Founded

1939

F1 Championships

Cars Produced (2023)

~13,663

Headquarters

Maranello, Italy

Overview

Ferrari is arguably the most iconic name in motorsport and supercar history. Born from a passionate racing driver's dream, the Prancing Horse has grown into a global symbol of Italian excellence, speed, and passion. For over 80 years, Ferrari has consistently pushed the boundaries of performance, design, and technology.

Quick Facts

Founder

Enzo Ferrari

Founded

1939

Headquarters

Maranello, Italy

History

1939

Enzo Ferrari founds Auto Avio Costruzioni in Maranello after leaving Alfa Romeo.

1947

The first true Ferrari — the 125 S — is completed and wins on its racing debut.

1950

Ferrari enters Formula 1 in its inaugural season, beginning the most successful F1 dynasty in history.

1962

The legendary 250 GTO debuts — today considered the most valuable car in the world.

1984

The Testarossa is unveiled at Paris, becoming the defining supercar of the 1980s.

1987

The F40 is revealed as Enzo Ferrari's final project — the last car he personally oversaw.

1994

The F355 launches, introducing a new era of user-friendly yet thrilling Ferrari road cars.

2002

The Enzo hypercar debuts, pushing Ferrari technology to its absolute road-car limit.

2013

LaFerrari — the first Ferrari hybrid — joins the Holy Trinity of hypercars.

2022

Ferrari goes public on the NYSE, cementing its status as a luxury powerhouse.

Achievements

1950

F1 Founding Team

Ferrari is the only team to compete in every Formula 1 season.

1962

Most Valuable Car

250 GTO became the most expensive car ever sold.

1987

F40 Icon

F40 became one of the most legendary supercars ever.

2004

Dominant F1 Season

Ferrari won 15 out of 18 races.

2013

Hybrid Hypercar

LaFerrari introduced hybrid tech.

Legacy

Ferrari has won more Formula 1 Constructors' Championships than any other team. On the road, names like the 250 GTO, F40, and LaFerrari have defined entire eras. Ferrari isn't just a car brand — it's a cultural institution, a religion for millions of enthusiasts worldwide.