Yesterday's Lamborghini Gallardo was an example of the model that ushered Lamborghini into an era of building user-friendly and tractable automobiles. With Ferrari, we would say that the 360 was the first Ferrari model offering a reasonable ownership experience. The F430 added refinement to the aluminum monocoque from the 360, and introduced the first new V8 to the Ferrari lineup since the original Dino V8 was first offered.

Styling, too, was an update to the 360. The same basic form is present, with tightened edges and updated details that we really enjoyed during its time as a new car. Looking back, the 360 has aged slightly better, but the F430 still holds its own among the modern mid-ship V8 Ferraris.