Noble Stallions: The Ultimate Ferrari Quiz
Written by Vasilii Kulev
Last updated · 9 min play time
There are sports cars, and then there is Ferrari. For over half a century, the Italian manufacturer has been producing some of the most desired cars in the world. But how well do you know the history and the cars of the ultimate sports car brand? Take our quiz to find out!
Ferrari needs no introduction. Chances are, you yourself had a Ferrari poster on your bedroom wall growing up - or have one still.
The iconic prancing horse logo represents uncompromising performance, luxury, and status to people all over the world. It's hard to name a more iconic car brand, really.
And even though they've been around for more than 70 years, they still offer some of the most amazing performance cars on the market.
While most of the questions are focused on Ferrari's rich heritage and their iconic models from the past decades, to fully engage with this quiz you'll need to know their recent models as well.
Everyone knows Ferrari, the question is: how well? To prove that you're a true expert, jump right into our ultimate Ferrari quiz.
Quiz written by
Vasilii KulevVasilii Kulev is a digital marketing specialist during business hours and a trivia writer in his spare time. His areas of interest range from cars and music to science, history, and food. Whenever he's not busy writing quizzes, you can catch him at the local used records store or the newest craft beer bar. He also wrote this entire bio himself in third person.
Ultimate Ferrari Quiz Questions
20 Questions · 186 Plays · No comments
Question 1
After they discontinued the Daytona in '73, Ferrari released the 365 GTB/4 BB. Just like the Daytona, the BB was quite a radical design for a Ferrari road car. What did the BB initials in the name stand for?
-
ABerlinetta Boxer
-
BBrigitte Bardot
-
CBerlinetta Bialbero
-
DAll of the above
Berlinetta Boxer
Yes, all three options are plausible, even though it's best known as the Berlinetta Boxer. However, Ferrari engineer Mauro Forghieri said that the name was made up by journalists, and the second B actually stands for Bialbero or dual camshaft. On the other hand, the car's designer Leonardo Fioravanti team named the car after French actress Brigitte Bardot to honor its beauty.
Question 2
Almost all legendary Ferrari cars were powered either by a V-12 or a flat 12. After all, there's nothing more iconic than a massive engine in a car that you can barely handle because of the high speed. But, that wasn't always the case. Which of these cars had a V-6?
-
AFerrari 308 GTB
-
BFerrari 206 GT
-
CFerrari 348 TB
-
DFerrari 365 GTB4 ‘Daytona’
Ferrari 206 GT
The 206 GT also known as Dino, together with the 246 GT, is one of the most famous Ferrari cars powered by a V-6 engine. It was produced in 1968, at a time where Ferrari was at the peak of their success, after winning both Formula 1 and 24 Hours of Le Mans. Named after Enzo's son, the Dino was discontinued in 1974.
Question 3
While most Ferrari cars found their fame in racing, this one is most known for its appearance in the cult classic film Ferris Bueller's Day Off. What priceless Ferrari did Ferris and his friends take their trip to Chicago in?
-
AFerrari 288 GTO
-
BFerrari 365 GTC/4 Daytona
-
CFerrari 250 GT California Spyder SWB
-
DFerrari 250 GT/E
Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder SWB
The 250 GT California Spyder has never been a completely unknown car, but <i>Ferris Bueller's Day Off</i> really reignited the collectors' interest in it. Fun fact: it was a fiberglass replica and not an actual 250 that was used in the movie. An actual California Spyder, on the other hand, sold for over $18.5 million in 2016.
Question 4
Speaking about Enzo's passions, if you've come across personal stories people shared, you'll know that besides a genius, he also was an egocentric man. In fact, it's his behavior that drew one car enthusiast to create his own car company. Which of these automakers wouldn't exist if it wasn't for Ferrari?
-
AAston Martin
-
BFiat
-
CLamborghini
-
DPagani
Lamborghini
Ferruccio Lamborghini used to be a famous tractor manufacturer in the '60s. As a way to celebrate his success, he decided to buy a Ferrari 250 GTE Pininfarina coupe. However, although it was considered to be a superior vehicle, Ferruccio noticed that the clutches were too weak to handle the V12's crazy power, which is why it kept breaking. After complaining hundreds of times, and receiving no response, Ferruccio started his own car company. And the rest is history. Much to his annoyance, Ferruccio complained endlessly to the company, over his dissatisfaction. But the same response kept coming back, Enzo Ferrari was fulfilled with pride and belived that each and every one of his cars, is perfect in every way! The two rich gearheads kept on arguing, as more of Ferruccio’s Ferraris, continued to suffer clutch failiures.
Question 5
Ferrari S.p.A. was founded in 1947, following Enzo's falling out with Alfa Romeo. What was the first vehicle to bear the Ferrari badge called?
-
AFerrari 250 GTO
-
BFerrari 159S
-
CFerrari 125S
-
DFerrari Daytona
Ferrari 125S
Even though only two examples of 125S were built, they left an unforgettable mark on automotive history. The small, open-top sports car also established Ferrari's taste for V12 engines. The 125S was powered by a 1.5-liter unit that put out 118 horsepower.
Question 6
Speaking of racing - that's exactly how Enzo started his automotive career. For which prominent Italian car manufacturer did he compete?
-
AFIAT
-
BLamborghini
-
CAlfa Romeo
-
DMaserati
Alfa Romeo
Enzo joined Alfa's racing team in 1920 and quickly proved himself as a talented driver. However, after his first son Dino was born in 1932, Enzo decided to retire from racing and focus on something he'd become most famous for - building cars.
Question 7
This classic Ferrari grand tourer is known to the wider public because of two things: a questionably legal rally race across a continent and a hit TV show. Which Ferrari icon are we talking about?
-
AFerrari 308 GT4
-
BFerrari Mondial 8
-
CFerrari 365 GTB/4
-
DFerrari 275 GTB/4
Ferrari 365 GTB/4
Forget all the numbers and letters in the name. To most people, this gorgeous coupe is simply known as the Daytona. Designed by Ferrari's long-term collaborator Pininfarina, it was a big departure from Maranello's older, rounder designs. However, some things remained the same - such as the glorious 4.4l Colombo V12 engine with 347 horsepower.
Question 8
This classic Ferrari model is not only considered to be the best sports car ever, it's also the last Ferrari that Enzo himself approved before his death. Which model are we talking about?
-
AFerrari F50
-
BEnzo Ferrari
-
CFerrari F40
-
DFerrari F12
Ferrari F40
The F40 was built to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ferrari, from 1987 to 1992. It was engineered by Nicola Materazzi and styled by the legendary Pininfarina. A successor to the 288 GTO, the F40 was the fastest, most powerful and expensive Ferrari of that time.
Question 9
Let us start with the man himself. Enzo Ferrari was as Italian as a man can get. But where was he born exactly?
-
ATurin
-
BModena
-
CNaples
-
DRome
Modena
Enzo was born in Modena, Italy in 1898. And even though he traveled all over the world as a racecar driver and, later, a businessman, his heart always stayed close to home. Even today, Ferrari is officially headquartered in Maranello - a commune 10.5 miles away from Modena.
Question 10
The 340 America launched a whole series of high-end Ferrari grand tourers. The series culminated in 1964 with the 500 Superfast. And as the name suggests, it was, in fact, super fast. How fast could it go exactly?
-
A150 mph
-
B174 mph
-
C169 mph
-
D199 mph
174 mph
Ferrari weren't joking when they named this car. The 174 mph top speed is impressive today - let alone in 1964. But what else could you expect from a car that was powered by a 5.0-liter, 400-horsepower V12?
Question 11
This classic Ferrari also got famous for its shape. To this day, it divides Ferrari enthusiasts. Some love it and others hate it. What was the nickname of this oddball?
-
AThe Balloon
-
BThe Bubble
-
CThe Egg
-
DThe Round Thing
The Egg
Designed by Carrozzeria Fontana, the Ferrari 166 MM/212 was quite unlike its stablemates. Nicknamed <i>Uovo</i> or "The Egg", it became known not only thanks to its unusual shape but also because of its advanced technology. The Egg is a one-of-a-kind car, and still survives to this day.
Question 12
Ferrari and America have always had a special relationship. In 1950, Ferrari released a car that was exclusive to the U.S. market. Can you name it?
-
AFerrari 340 America
-
BFerrari 410 Superfast
-
CFerrari 360 Modena
-
DFerrari 250 California Spyder
Ferrari 340 America
Ferrari didn't get too creative with the name. The 340 America grand tourer was based on the 340 Formula 1 racer and was powered by the same 4.1-liter V12 engine that pushed out 220 horsepower.
Question 13
From his childhood to his later years, Enzo cared mostly about racing. But the world wouldn't have been the same if one talented racer hadn't approach Enzo with the idea to make cars for the road. What was his name?
-
ALuigi Chinetti
-
BPhil Hill
-
CJuan Manuel Fangio
-
DMichael Schumacher
Luigi Chinetti
Chinetti was a naturalized American citizen and convinced Ferrari to start building cars for wealthy American customers. Chinetti quickly established a loyal clientele, making Enzo tons of money to finance his racing team with. To this day, the U.S. remains one of the most important markets for Ferrari.
Question 14
Now let's fast-forward to some of Ferrari's newer and more exciting models. The one we have in mind is Ferrari's first hybrid car, which delivered 789 horsepower. It's considered to be one of 21st century's most valuable cars ever sold at an auction. What model is that?
-
AF8 Tributo
-
BFerrari XX
-
CFerrari F60
-
DLaFerrari
LaFerrari
Carbon, two-seats, 6.3 liter V12 engine, a battery pack and an electric motor. That's what Ferrari needed to manufacture the LaFerrari. It's one of their most striking models-almost looking like a spaceship, and according to some sources, it drives better than any other car in the world.
Question 15
The 250 lineup was quite diverse and ranged from elegant convertibles and ground tourers to insane performance car. It even spawned a peculiar-looking one-off competition car. What was it called?
-
AFerrari 250 LM
-
BFerrari 250 Testa Rossa
-
CFerrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan
-
DFerrari 250 Monza
Ferrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan
Designed by coachbuilder Piero Drogo, the Breadvan was intended to compete with the GTO. Its unusual design prompted the French motoring journalists to nickname it <i>La Camionnette</i> or "little truck". The English press, on the other hand, gave it the strange name it's now best known as.
Question 16
Owning a Ferrari must be one of the best feelings in the world. However, over the course of history, there's one individual whose collection was admired even by Enzo Ferrari himself. His collection featured over 300 Ferraris, and even a two mile private racetrack. Which collector are we talking about?
-
AGordon Ramsay
-
BRalph Lauren
-
CPierre Bardinon
-
DDavid Lee
Pierre Bardinon
Born in 1936, Pierre Bardinon was an heir of the Chapal family of France. After inheriting the leather and fur business from his family, he started collecting Ferraris. In fact, his collection was considered to be a museum, and one of the most important collections in the whole world. Unfortunately, the story ends sadly, due to most of the cars being sold in order to pay taxes to the French government.
Question 17
Speaking of the Ferrari badge: it's one of the most iconic car brand logos in the world. But how did Enzo come up with it?
-
AHe was an avid horse rider
-
BIt was inspired by a WWI fighter pilot
-
CIt was his family's coat of arms
-
DHi saw it in a dream
It was inspired by a WWI fighter pilot
The prancing horse - or <i>cavallino rampante</i> in Italian - was inspired by the famed Italian WWI fighter pilot Francesco Baracca, who used to paint a similar prancing stallion on the side of his plane. The yellow background, on the other hand, is the official color of Modena.
Question 18
The first 4WD production Ferrari was launched in 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show as a successor of the 612 Scaglietti grand tourer. Ferrari states it's one of the fastest four-seat automobiles in the whole world, reaching 60 mph in only 3.7 seconds. What model is that?
-
AFerrari 812 Superfast
-
BFerrari FF
-
CFerrari Portofino
-
DFerrari Roma
Ferrari FF
Ferrari built over 2000 units of the FF, before discontinuing it in 2016. Now, the FF is replaced by GTC4Lusso, a fantastic car, even more luxurious and high-tech, created not for the races, but to drive 4 adults in perfect comfort. However, the FF is much cheaper thanks to depreciation and is considered to be one of the best value Ferraris on the used market.
Question 19
Now this is a place you'd want to send your children to. We're talking about Ferrari's amusement park, called "Ferrari World". It even has the fastest roller coaster on the planet. Where is this park located?
-
AAbu Dhabi
-
BDubai
-
CModena
-
DBerlin
Abu Dhabi
Ferrari started constructing their own amusement park in 2007, and only after 3 years, it was ready for the world to enjoy. Their rollercoaster named "Formula Rossa" is considered to be the fastest in the world, and is truly a thrilling experience. If Disney World had cars in it, it would look like "Ferrari World".
Question 20
The 250 series was probably the most successful in Ferrari's history. Its ultimate incarnation was the 250 GTO - essentially, a racecar adapted for road use. It is also one of the rarest. How many 250 GTOs did Ferrari make?
-
A33
-
B29
-
C39
-
D15
39
Ferrari made 33 units of the original Series I model, 3 cars with a larger 4.0-liter engine, and 3 examples of the Series II model with revised bodywork. Their rarity and rich racing heritage are the main reason for their incredible collectibility, A Series I unit sold for $70 million in 2018, making it the most expensive automobile ever.
Comments (0)
We want to hear your feedback! Share your scores and discuss the quiz, but keep it civil.