Real Experience: Test Drive in the Ferrari 296 GTB

Some cars you admire from a distance. Others — you feel. The Ferrari 296 GTB is one you have to live. Today, we walk you through what it’s really like to get behind the wheel of this hybrid beast with over 800 horsepower. Spoiler alert: it’s unforgettable.

REAL EXPERIENCES

Exotic Luxury Cars

7/31/20251 min read

1. First impressions

From the moment you see it, the Ferrari 296 GTB commands respect. Its design is pure Italian art — compact, aggressive, yet elegant. And the sound when it starts? A warning that something wild is about to happen.

2. Interior: minimal but electric

Inside, everything is driver-focused. The wheel holds most functions, the digital display wraps around your vision, and the materials… flawless. You feel like you're in a spaceship ready for launch.

3. That first acceleration

You press the pedal, the turbo kicks in, and the car responds with measured brutality. It doesn’t just go fast — it surges forward with surgical precision. The V6 engine + electric motor combo delivers 830 HP that leaves you breathless.

4. In corners, pure mastery

Thanks to its active chassis and aerodynamics, the 296 GTB clings to the road like it reads your mind. Every turn feels sharp, controlled, and addictive. That’s when you realize — this car isn’t just powerful. It’s smart.

5. Who is this for?

For those who don’t just want to look — but to feel. For those who dream of driving a Ferrari on real roads, no rush, no limits.