"Ferrari 458" - another perfection from the world famous Italian company

"Ferrari 458" began to be published since 2010. It was then that the world-famous Italian company announced the start of sales. The producers assured that this is another achievement in the world of the automotive industry. And, I must say, this mid-engine supercar was the same.

Design and exterior

The exterior design of the car "Ferrari 458" (Italy), whose price is able to surprise no less than the very image of the car, was developed by specialists from the famous studio Pininfarina.The interior was made by a professional named Donato Coco, who is the chief designer of the Italian carmaker. There were completely new features that had never been used before among all other models.All revolutionary innovations are aimed at improving aerodynamic characteristics. The specialists succeeded.

The front has a rather large air hole, which falls on proportional air ducts, which are located next to the front wings. In the cavity of the air intakes, you can notice elegant aerodynamic wings, due to which the clamping force of the machine increases and the drag is reduced to a minimum. Interestingly, the body is made of aluminum alloys, which are commonly used in the aerospace industry.

Salon, by the way, also turned out to be impeccable. High-quality genuine leather, comfortable dashboard, comfortable chairs, easy-to-handle steering wheel - inside there is everything a person can need.

Specifications

Of course, talking about the "Ferrari 458", you can not fail to mention what engine is thundering under the hood of this car. So, its trump is a 4.5-liter aluminum (!) Atmospheric engine. With direct injection, V8, high-speed - such a power unit is able to reach a capacity of 570 "horses". This motor is operated by a 7-speed sequential gearbox with dual clutch.

The maximum that a car can reach is 325 kilometers per hour! Up to a hundred it accelerates slightly less than 3.5 seconds. And up to two hundred - for 10.4 with. So the dynamics of the supercar is excellent.

Driving performance

"Ferrari 458" (Italy) is not only a beautiful and fast car, but it is also a superbly managed supercar. In turns, this model enters instantly, turns quickly, responsive to any movement of the steering wheel, moves gently, speed is dialed instantly, but it is almost not felt. The car has an excellent braking system, consisting of 8-piston calipers and ventilated disks, which are made of ceramics and carbon. In addition, this machine is equipped with a high-performance ABS. At a speed of one hundred kilometers per hour, the car can stop for 32.5 meters. This was also achieved by reducing the weight of the machine - its mass is just over 1,300 kilograms.

In general, this model has become another perfection of the Italian concern. Due to this car the company keeps its place in the first rows of the rating of the best manufacturers of supercars. After all, this model is created for those people who appreciate the absolutely uncompromising behavior of cars on the road and sports, aggressive features in the management of the car. And, of course, just for wealthy personalities who love beautiful, stylish and comfortable supercars.

Cost

For the possession of such a luxury car as the "Ferrari 458", a person will have to pay the appropriate amount. And it will turn out pretty round. About $ 272,000 for the basic version (and this is the cost without charges and taxes). However, to have in your garage a supercar like Ferrari is not an expensive pleasure. Although for the sake of justice it is necessary to admit: it is unlikely that such a car will be bought by a person who can not afford to fill it with high-quality gasoline and regularly transport it to mandatory maintenance.

In Russia, you can buy used "Ferrari 458". Its price will be less than that of the new car: about 13 million rubles. Naturally, in an almost ideal condition and with a small mileage. There are used versions and a large number of miles away. You can buy such a car even less than 10 million rubles, only the characteristics will be weaker. In general, there are options, and what to choose, it depends on the purse of the potential buyer and his desires.