Proving optimisation is often found in subtraction rather than addition, the latest Ferrari Roma Spider sees the coupe take its top off. An automotive encapsulation of the quintessentially Italian la dolce vita lifestyle of the 1950s and 1960s, the Ferrari Roma Spider retains the volumes, proportions, and specifications of the Prancing Horse’s successful V8 2+ concept.
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Losing the roof seems like a natural move for the Ferrari Roma Spider, with alterations to the rear to accommodate the folding roof only serving to enhance the dynamic appearance of the coupe. With the ability to be deployed in 13.5 seconds at speeds of up to 60km/h, the folding roof is compact enough to allow for a larger boot; with its addition marking the first time a fabric roof has featured on a front-engined Ferrari since the 365 GTS4 in 1969.
Designed with the intention of escaping urban constraints and driving en plein air in style, the fabric roof is composed of special weaves in colour combinations designed to reflect the car’s sporty and elegant attributes. A contemporary take on the Prancing Horse’s pedigree in front-engined GTs, the Ferrari Roma Spider retains classic proportions defined by pure volumes that result in a seamless overall appearance.
The extended nose of the front bonnet complements the sparse silhouette of the rear, creating a smooth line throughout the entirety of the exterior. Appearing as if sculpted from a single block of metal, the bonnet and wings effortlessly flow into one another, with Ferrari designers seeking to preserve the minimalist aesthetic of the car by eschewing vents and superfluous design features.
The interior cabin takes the same approach as the Ferrari Roma, with the dual cockpit concept — with two separate spaces, one for the driver and the other for the passenger — in line with the marque’s design language that originated in the 1970s.
Like its predecessor, the Ferrari Roma Spider is powered by a 3.9-litre V8 turbo engine with an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. With 612 bhp and 560 ft-lbs torque, it’s able to go from 0-100km/h in 3.4 seconds. With a top speed of 320km/h, you’ll well and truly be able to feel the full force of la dolce vita.
Words by T. Angel
