2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

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.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari 458 Italy is a completely new car from every angle: the engine design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, to name a few.

Two people from Berlin, Ferrari 458 Italy, as is now traditional for all Ferrari road cars, the company benefits greatly in Formula 1. This is particularly evident in the speed and accuracy with which the car responds to driver input and attention focused on reducing internal friction in the engine fuel consumption, such as the Ferrari F430, so even if the total displacement and power are increased.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

However, the Ferrari test track experience makes its presence is a Ferrari 458 Italy, not only the transfer of clean technologies, but also the more emotional level, because of the strong emphasis on creating almost a symbiotic relationship between driver and car. Ferrari 458 Italy is an innovative driving environment with a new steering wheel and dashboard, which is a direct result of the practice race. Once again, the contribution of Michael Schumacher - who was involved from the beginning and the Ferrari 458 projects Italy - was invaluable.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

The design of the Ferrari 458 Pininfarina Italy is further evidence of the total gap of the past that the new car comes. The Ferrari 458 Italia has a compact, streamlined, emphasizing the concepts of simplicity, efficiency and lightness that inspired the project. As with any Ferrari, the car's style was strongly influenced by the requirements of aerodynamic efficiency, as seen from the 140 kg of downforce at 200 kmh generated by the new model. The front features a single opening of the holes in the grill and hand, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the radiators and air conditioning in the basement of new dishes. The nose also sports small aeroelastic winglets which generate support and, as speed increases, deform to reduce the arrivals section of the radiator and reduce drag.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

The new 4499 cc V8 engine is the first direct injection of Ferrari in the mid-rear mounted. It has a very low height of the piston compression typical of racing engines which have contributed to achieving its compression ratio of 12.5:1 for. Equipped with the traditional flat-plane crankshaft, the engine delivers 570 hp at 9000 rpm and an astounding 127 hp / liter, sets a new benchmark not only for the range of Ferrari and the history of the company but also for the market segment. Maximum torque is 540 Nm at 6000 rpm, over 80 percent of what is available from 3,250 rpm. Specific torque of 120 Nm disc / liter. However, what is surprising is the amount of torque available, maintaining high levels of low-end power.

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2011Ferrari 458 Italia

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

Soundtrack of the Ferrari car is also typical, with an exciting and powerful roar of the engine before leaving the three channels through exhaust rear exhaust.

The Ferrari 458 Italia has seven-speed dual-clutch that enhances performance while offering very smooth changes, even at full capacity. Engineers have developed specific relationships, sports equipment to match the power and torque curve of the new V8 engine, which ensures high torque at low 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.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

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.

2011Ferrari 458 Italia

When Ferrari 458 Italy, Maranello has brought a new car a very particular nature of his 8-cylinder range. The company now offers two models with a common, race-derived DNA, as well as exceptional sportiness and driving pleasure real Ferrari tradition, but aimed at two very different customers. Even if the owners of the Ferrari California was created require more versatile sports car with the practical side, the Ferrari 458 Italy is designed for owners, what more important is uncompromising performance on the road occasionally monitored daily feature, but still require a car is useful for everyday driving, and as all the latest models of Ferrari.

Ferrari 458 Italia - Technical specifications

- Spec

Length: 4527 mm (178.2 in.)

Width: 1937 mm (76.3 inches)

Height: 1213 mm (47.8 in)

Wheelbase: 2650 mm (104.3 inches)

Dry weight: 1380 kg (3042 pounds)

Weight / power ratio: 2.42 kg / hp (7.16 pounds / kW)

Weight distribution (front / rear): 42% / 58%

- Engine

Type: V8 - 90 °
Displacement: 4,499 cc (274.5 cubic inches)
Max Power: 570 hp (425 kW) at 9000 rpm
Maximum torque: 540 Nm (398 lb / ft) @ 6000 rpm

The specific power output: 127 hp / l
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1

- Tyres

Front or: 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 dimissions

Fuel consumption: 13.7 l/100 km dimissions: 320 g CO2/km

- Exchange

7-speed dual-clutch F1 Electronic E-diff3, the F1-Trac, high-performance ABS.