The new 12Cilindri Spider adds the allure of open-top motoring to better appreciate the unique roar of Ferrari's modern V12 engines, all without ruining the sharp style.

Reports of the V12's death may have been premature, if the glorious Ferrari 12 Cilindri Spider is anything to go by. But is it better than the coupe?

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider brings all of the theatre that you’d expect from an Italian V12-powered supercar. It’s easy enough to drive at slow speeds but unlocks a huge level of performance as and when you need it. It’s refined with the roof in place, too and isn’t too blowy when it’s down, either.