While every Ferrari is an innovative setting, it is equally true that the history of the prancing horse, some cars are marked with an authentic differs from the current range. This is the true place of Italy Ferrari 458, which is a huge leap forward in the company prior to the mid back with sports cars. The new model is a synthesis of style, creativity, passion and advanced technology, for which Italy as a nation is well known. For this reason, Ferrari chose to add the name of his country to the traditional figure representing the displacement and number of cylinders.
The car’s soundtrack is also typical Ferrari, with an exciting, powerful growl emerging from the engine before it channels through to the exhaust’s three rear tailpipes. The 458 Italia is equipped with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission which increases performance whilst providing very smooth shifts even at full throttle. The engineers have developed specific, sportier gear ratios to match the power and torque curves of the new V8, guaranteeing high torque even at lower engine speeds and allowing the car to reach its maximum speed in top gear.
This new Ferrari is a great leap forward in terms of emissions reduction. Although the new engine is more powerful than the V8 that preceded it, the Ferrari 458 Italia produces just 320 g / km of CO2 and fuel consumption is 13.7 l/100 km (combined cycle) Best of all the segment.
The engineers also focused on weight reduction during the design phase for similar reasons. Consequently, the Ferrari 458 Italia has a dry weight of 1,380 kg with a power to weight ratio of 2.42 kg / hp. Weight distribution is also optimal with 58 percent of the rear axle. The result of the efforts of engineers can be summarized in two simple statistics that contain perfectly the exceptional performance of the Ferrari 458 Italia: 0-100 km / h in under 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 325 km / h.
For the new chassis, once again, aluminum, Maranello's engineers incorporated various types of advanced aerospace alloys, resulting from the manufacturing techniques and union. What is vehicle dynamics, Italy Ferrari 458 has twin wishbone front suspension and rear multi-link set-up optimized for maximum grip and superb handling. Together with the more direct steering ratio, then the Ferrari 458 Italy offers a turn-and very fast control of the body, while maintaining the comfort excellent guide.
Integration with the E-Diff and F1-Trac (now controlled by the same unit) and their descriptions is even greater when the increase of 32 percent in longitudinal acceleration of the angles than previous models. Development of control logic, calculation even faster and more accurate levels of grip, ensures greater maneuverability, handling and ease of control of the border.
The same unit also manages the ABS high performance, offering more precise control of the logic threshold and increases efficiency. Brakes will also feature a pre-fill feature, piston calipers and pads to move in contact with the sheets to minimize delay in raising the brakes are used. This, combined with ABS 100-0 kmh cut braking distance is only 32.5 meters.
The interior of the Ferrari 458 Italy is another aspect of the car, which enhances its sporty personality. The driver is greeted by a new look and a revolutionary ergonomic interface where the main controls are grouped on the wheel.
Ferrari 458 Italia Specifications:
| Body | |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm (104.3 in.) |
| Chassis | |
| Tires Front | 235/35 ZR20 8.5” |
| Tires Rear | 295/35 ZR20 10.5” |
| Engine | |
| Type: | V8 – 90° |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Engine & Transmission | |
| Displacement cu in (cc): | 4499 cc (274.5 cu in.) |
| Power bhp (kW) at RPM: | 570 CV (425 kW)** @ 9000 rpm |
| Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: | 540 Nm (398 lbs/ft) @ 6000 rpm |
| Exterior | |
| Length | 4527 mm (178.2 in.) |
| Width | 1937 mm (76.3 in.) |
| Height | 1213 mm (47.8 in.) |
| Performance | |
| Acceleration (0-100 km/h) | <3.4 s |
| Emissions | 320 g CO2/km |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.7 l/100 km |
