Ferrari F8

Ferrari F8 3.9 DCT: Which Version Should You Buy?

The Ferrari F8 catalogue contains two versions with the same exact name, 3.9 DCT, so the practical choice is between their specifications rather than their badges. Both are first-generation Roadsters produced through March 2022, with a 3,902 cc Gasoline engine, 720 hp, 770 Nm, a 7-speed Robotic gearbox and RWD.

The Ferrari F8 catalogue contains two versions with the same exact name, 3.9 DCT, so the practical choice is between their specifications rather than their badges. Both are first-generation Roadsters produced through March 2022, with a 3,902 cc Gasoline engine, 720 hp, 770 Nm, a 7-speed Robotic gearbox and RWD. The strongest numerical reason to choose the lighter 3.9 DCT is its 1,330 kg kerb weight, Euro 6 classification, slightly lower combined fuel consumption of 12.9 and CO2 output of 292. The alternative 3.9 DCT weighs 1,400 kg, has combined consumption of 13 and CO2 output of 296, but its recorded power peak is 8,000 rpm rather than 7,000 rpm.

Ferrari F8 generations and versions

There is only one Ferrari F8 generation in the supplied catalogue, so there is no choice between generations or restylings. The 1 generation ran from March 2019 to March 2022, used the Roadster body type and contained two versions. One 3.9 DCT is listed from March 2019 to March 2022, while the other 3.9 DCT is listed from September 2019 to March 2022.

Because both entries belong to the same generation and share the same version name, buyers should distinguish them by kerb weight, power output in kW, engine-speed rating, fuel consumption, emissions and environmental classification. No generation-to-generation change can be calculated because the data contains one generation only.

Ferrari F8 engine and specs comparison

Both 3.9 DCT versions use a Central engine position, Direct injection (direct), a 9.6 compression ratio and an 86.5 × 83 cylinder bore and stroke. Their calculated specific output is approximately 184.5 hp per litre. Neither version offers an advantage in horsepower, torque or displacement.

The differences in the recorded engine figures are small but explicit. The lighter 3.9 DCT has 530 kW, which is 1 kW more than the other version, and reaches its 720 hp rating at 7,000 rpm, which is 1,000 rpm lower. Both reach 770 Nm at 3,250 rpm.

Ferrari F8 performance, fuel economy and emissions

Performance does not separate the two versions: each is recorded at 2.9 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and a 340 km/h maximum speed. Gross-weight performance is not measured because gross weight is not measured for either version.

Fuel economy presents a mixed result. The 529 kW 3.9 DCT uses 20.9 in the city, which is 0.6 less than the lighter version’s 21.5. The 530 kW 3.9 DCT uses 10.8 on the highway, 0.2 less than 11, and its combined figure of 12.9 is 0.1 lower than 13. It also emits 292 CO2 rather than 296, a difference of 4. The environmental class is Euro 6 for the 530 kW version and not measured for the 529 kW version.

Ferrari F8 dimensions, weight and wheels

The main chassis-related distinction is kerb weight. At 1,330 kg, the 530 kW 3.9 DCT is 70 kg lighter than the 1,400 kg version. Calculated weight per horsepower is about 1.85 kg per hp for the lighter car and 1.94 kg per hp for the heavier car. Conversely, the calculated power-to-weight figures are approximately 541.4 hp per tonne and 514.3 hp per tonne, respectively.

Both versions have 105 mm of ground clearance, a 78 fuel tank, 245/35 R20 front wheels and 305/30 R20 rear wheels. Each uses Independent, spring suspension at the front and rear, with Ventilated disc front brakes and Disc ventilated rear brakes. Overall vehicle length, width and height are not measured. Gross weight is also not measured for either 3.9 DCT.

Ferrari F8 problems and reliability data

Problems, reliability records, repair frequency, maintenance costs and warranty information are not measured in the supplied data. The specifications therefore cannot support a reliability-based recommendation between the two 3.9 DCT versions. Purchase price and resale value are also not measured, so there is no factual basis here for claiming that either version offers better financial value.

Which Ferrari F8 3.9 DCT should you buy?

On the available numbers, the 3.9 DCT with 530 kW and a 1,330 kg kerb weight is the stronger all-round choice. It provides the same 720 hp, 770 Nm, 2.9-second 0–100 km/h time and 340 km/h top speed while weighing 70 kg less. It also has the better calculated power-to-weight ratio, a 0.1 lower combined consumption figure, CO2 output lower by 4 and a recorded Euro 6 classification.

The 3.9 DCT with 529 kW and a 1,400 kg kerb weight remains the better numerical choice only for city consumption: its 20.9 figure is 0.6 lower than 21.5. Its 720 hp output is recorded at 8,000 rpm, compared with 7,000 rpm for the 530 kW version, but the supplied data does not establish whether that difference is preferable in use.

What any extra purchase price buys cannot be determined because prices are not measured. Judged strictly by the catalogue data, the lighter 530 kW 3.9 DCT offers more favourable weight, power-to-weight, combined-consumption, CO2 and environmental-class figures without sacrificing recorded acceleration or maximum speed.