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Patrick_y provides an exclusive preview of the Ferrari 488 GTB launch, offering an early look at the successor to the Ferrari 458. His detailed report, complete with original photography and insights from the technical briefing, offers a valuable perspective on Ferrari's mid-engined V8 evolution. This article captures the excitement surrounding a significant new model introduction in the automotive world.
Ferrari launches the new 488 GTB, the latest mid-engined V8
following the Ferrari 458. PuristSPro moderator Patrick_y reports with
photos and the Ferrari technical briefing, so you know what to expect with the
upcoming 488.
The Ferrari 458 Italia, introduced in 2009, represented a significant evolution in the brand's mid-engine V8 lineage, succeeding the F430. It was positioned as a high-performance sports car, blending advanced technology with traditional Ferrari design principles, and was available in both coupe (Italia) and retractable hardtop (Spider) configurations.
Powering the 458 Italia is a naturally aspirated 4.5-liter V8 engine, producing 570 horsepower at 9,000 rpm and 540 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. This engine is paired with a Getrag 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, driving the rear wheels. The chassis incorporates an aluminum space-frame, contributing to a dry weight of approximately 1,380 kg. Braking is handled by carbon-ceramic discs as standard.
From a collector's standpoint, the 458 Italia is notable as one of the last naturally aspirated V8 Ferrari models before the widespread adoption of turbocharging in subsequent generations. Its high-revving engine and direct driving experience are often cited as desirable attributes, contributing to its sustained interest in the secondary market among enthusiasts seeking a purer, unassisted Ferrari performance experience.
I wonder how this bad boy drives? :) Cheers, Anthony
... but i do wonder where this 'technical-war' will end .... i bet the manual must be over a 1000 pages by now :-) ? Bim
Friendly wars are good. More horsepower, better handling cars are a result of it. The only casualty is bigger owners manuals. But half of the people don't read them anyways.
I've been told this Bad Boy drives better than the 458. But having never driven any mid-engined Ferrari, I'm left without a benchmark. But that Lamborghini Aventador... Oy vey! I can't imagine it getting better than that!
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