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2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

While it's true that every Ferrari is innovative by definition, it's equally true that in the course of the Prancing Horse's history, certain cars have marked a genuine departure from the current range. This is very much the case with the Ferrari 458 Italia, which is a massive leap forward from the company's previous mid-rear engined sports cars. (continued below)

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458 Italia: Uncompromising On-Road Performance with Track Day Capability

Source: Ferrari | Published: Tue Aug 10, 2010

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The new model is a synthesis of style, creative flair, passion and cutting-edge technology, characteristics for which Italy as a nation is well-known. For this reason Ferrari chose to add the name of its homeland to the traditional figure representing the displacement and number of cylinders.

The 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is a completely new car from every point of view: engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, just to name a few.

A two-seater berlinetta, the Ferrari 458 Italia, as is now traditional for all Ferrari's road-going cars, benefits hugely from the company's Formula 1 experience. This is particularly evident in the speed and precision with which the car responds to driver inputs and in the attention focused on reducing internal friction in the engine for lower fuel consumption than the F430, despite the fact that both overall displacement and power have increased. However, Ferrari's track experience makes its presence felt in the 458 Italia not only in terms of pure technological transfer but also on a more emotional level, because of the strong emphasis on creating an almost symbiotic relationship between driver and car. The 458 Italia features an innovative driving environment with a new kind of steering wheel and dashboard that is the direct result of racing practice. Once again input from Michael Schumacher - who was involved from the very start of the 458 Italia project - played an invaluable part.

458 Italia's Compact, Aerodynamic Design

The Ferrari 458 Italia's Pininfarina design provides further evidence of the complete departure from the past that this new car hails. The Ferrari 458 Italia has a compact, aerodynamic shape, underscoring the concepts of simplicity, efficiency and lightness that inspired the project. As with every Ferrari, the car's styling has been very heavily influenced by the requirements for aerodynamic efficiency, as can be seen from the downforce of 309 lbs at 124 mph generated by the new model. The front features a single opening for the front grille and side air intakes, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the coolant radiators and the new flat underbody. The nose also sports small aeroelastic winglets which generate downforce and, as speed rises, deform to reduce the section of the radiator inlets and cut drag.

Ferrari 458 Italia: Review (2/2)

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Specifications
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type V8
Displacement 274 cu in (4497 cc)
Power 570 hp @ 9000 rpm
Torque 398 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Redline n/a
Driveline Rear Wheel Drive
Transmission 7 Speed Dual Clutch Automatic
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front - Rear Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs
Tire Size Front - Rear 235/35 ZR20 - 295/35 ZR20
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length 178.2 in
Width 76.3 in
Height 47.8 in
Dry Weight 3042 lbs
Performance
0-60 3.3
1/4 Mile n/a
60-0 Braking 103 feet
Top Speed > 202 mph
Fuel Economy
NEDC Fuel Consumption - Combined 13.7 l/100 km
Origin & Price
Origin Italy
Base Retail Price (MSRP) $225,325

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