2009 ferrari 458 italia frontThe Ferrari 458 Italia is a completely new car: engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics.

Four and a half liter V8 delivers 570 horse powers at 9000 revs and 540 N/m at 6000 rpm. This makes the incredible 127 hp/liter from naturally aspirated engine.

Despite the fact that the new engine is significantly more powerful than the V8s 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), the best in the entire segment.

The 458 Italia compared to other super sports cars is a featherweight - 1380 kg with a power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp and the results are more than exceptional: 0-100 km/h in under 3.4 seconds top speed of 325 km/h.

The low weight of the car helps a lot with the braking, 32.5 metres 100-0

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Like everything else the interior is revolutionary too. The ergonomics are perfect and the main controls are all clustered on the steering wheel.

This car is a perfect proof that Ferrari can make extraordinary cars from every single point of view.

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Ferrari 458 Italia – Technical specifications

Dimensions  
Length 4527 mm (178.2 in.)
Width 1937 mm (76.3 in.)
Height 1213 mm (47.8 in.)
Wheelbase 2650 mm (104.3 in.)
Dry weight 1380 kg (3042 lbs)*
Weight/power ratio 2,42 kg/CV (7.16 lbs/kW)
Weight distribution fr/r 42% / 58%
Engine  
Type V8 – 90°
Displacement 4499 cc (274.5 cu in.)
Maximum power 570 CV (425 kW)** @ 9000 rpm
Maximum torque 540 Nm (398 lbs/ft) @ 6000 rpm
Specific power output 127 CV/l
Compression ratio 12.5:1
Tyres  
Front 235/35 ZR20 8.5"
Rear 295/35 ZR20 10.5"
Performance  
Maximum speed >325 km/h (>202 mph)
0-100 km/h <3.4 s
Fuel consumption + emissions  
Fuel consumption*** 13.7 l/100 km
Emissions*** 320 g CO2/km
Gearbox  
Dual-clutch, 7-speed F1  
Electronics  
E-Diff3, F1-Trac, high-performance ABS  

* With forged wheels and Racing seats ** Including 5 CV of ram effect *** Combined cycle (ECE+EUDC)