Thursday, September 10, 2009

2009 Frankfurt Motor Show: Ferrari to Unveil New 458 Italia



Sometime between of Sept. 17-27 Ferrari will introduce the brand new 458 Italia at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. This new 458 is said to be a total revamp of the entire automobile, and not just a eye wrinkle cream on its looks.

All new engine, design, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics and benefits hugely from the company's Formula 1 experience. The 458's new engine, a 4,499 cc V8 is the first Ferrari direct injection engine to be mid-rear mounted and delivers 570 CV at 9,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 540 Nm at 6,000 rpm, over 80 per cent of which is available from 3,250 rpm.

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