A Sonic Preview
The Ferrari Daytona SP3 is arguably one of the most important creations to emerge from Maranello, distinguished by the most powerful naturally aspirated V12 ever fitted to a Ferrari road car. Its high-revving character—made possible by the absence of turbochargers – delivers a signature Ferrari soundtrack that feels increasingly rare in the modern era. Still, for Novitec, the engine may yet benefit from further enhancement, following the tuner’s recent tease of new upgrades for the supercar.
In a recent Instagram post, Novitec shared footage of a Daytona SP3 blasting past with a loud, aggressive exhaust note. While the tuner stopped short of revealing any technical details, the accompanying caption alone gives enthusiasts plenty to anticipate.
The post reads: “You don’t see it first, you hear it. Then, a legend passes by. Naturally aspirated and unmistakable. The next chapter is close.”
Maranello Turns the Volume Up
For now, it remains unclear whether the engine itself will receive performance tuning in addition to an exhaust upgrade. However, based on Novitec’s previous projects, the tuner typically increases horsepower to complement its bespoke exhaust systems. The Daytona SP3’s predecessors – the Monza SP1 and Monza SP2 – were both treated to power upgrades that raised output to 844 horsepower, representing a 34-horsepower increase over their factory ratings. That additional power was enough to shave the 0–62 mph sprint from 2.9 seconds down to 2.8 seconds.
As it stands, the Daytona SP3 produces 829 horsepower from its 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12, edging out both the 812 Competizione and the 12Cilindri, which each deliver 819 horsepower. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Built for a Very Small Club
Pricing for the Novitec upgrade package has yet to be announced, but given that the Daytona SP3 carries a starting price of around $2.25 million, it’s unlikely to be a major concern for owners. Ferrari limited production to just 599 examples, with an additional one-off car created specifically for auction – an example that later sold for $26 million during Monterey Car Week.
While waiting to see what Novitec has planned for the Daytona SP3, the tuner has remained active with several other high-profile projects. These include modifying the Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II through its Spofec division, where the luxury sedan receives revised aerodynamic components, 22-inch forged alloy wheels, and an engine tune that pushes its 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12 to nearly 700 horsepower. The tuner has also turned its attention to the Lamborghini Urus SE, fitting the plug-in hybrid performance SUV with a widebody kit, 23-inch forged wheels, and a bespoke exhaust system crafted from ultra-light Inconel and finished in 999 fine-gold plating.
