In 1992 Ferrari unveiled the 456 GT - the 456 GT was also the first modern Ferrari to revert to a front engine, rear-wheel drive layout, with the gearbox in unit with the rear differential for ideal weight distribution as well as plenty of space for passengers and luggage. The 456 GT (Gran Turismo) continued a tradition that have begun in 1966 when Ferrari unveiled their first 2+2 model: the 250GT.

The 456M, in its GT and automatic gearbox GTA guises, is the evolution of Ferrari’s highly successful interpretation of its traditional 2+2 models. First introduced in 1992, the 456 GT was the marque’s first car designed with the 21st century in mind and has been much appreciated by Maranello’s clients for the way it provides saloon-class comfort and roominess combined with class-leading performance and all-round ability.

The 456M (M for modified) GTA (automatic transmission) was revealed in 1998.

Ferrari 456M GTA originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 29 October 2009 06:00 EST.

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Few cars that wear the “GT” initials in their name are actually worthy of it. The Ferrari 456 GT is one of the cars that define the genre. Fast, elegant and comfortable, this Ferrari four seater supercar of the ‘90s is one of the most beautiful “Gran Turismo” of all times. Those 3,700 lbs of beauty can accelerate four persons to 60 mph in 5 seconds and reach a later limit of 186 mph.

Ferrari 456 GT originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 24 July 2006 11:42 EST.

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The 1996 Ferrari 456 GT is available in one model. It is designed in the classic Ferrari GT tradition with a front engine and rear transaxle powerline layout.

Ferrari 456 GT originally appeared on topspeed.com on Tuesday, 3 January 2006 18:20 EST.

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The 456M (M for modified) GT represents the evolution of a Ferrari for those wanting four seats and diverse sporting ability. Though a Ferrari is a two-seater by birth, 2+2 versions have long represented an important tradition for the marque. 1948’s Turin Show saw the Touring four-seat version of the "Barchetta" that won the 1949 Le Mans 24-hours, demonstrating the direct relationship between practical road car and state of the art sports racer. The 456M likewise represents the optimum balance of 12-cylinder performance with the comfort of a 2+2 GT Ferrari.

Ferrari 456M GT originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 6 October 2005 12:40 EST.

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At the 2002 Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari introduced a special two-tone version of the 456M GT as a further example of the personalisation opportunities offered by the Carrozzeria Scaglietti personalisation programme, presently adopted by 90% of Ferrari’s clientele.

Ferrari 456M GT Scaglietti originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 10 February 2005 14:19 EST.

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