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Frankfurt: Ferrari 458 Speciale Launch

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Khatir Soltani
Ferrari has chosen the Frankfurt Motor Show for the launch of a souped-up version of the 458 Italia, the 458 Speciale. Equipped with a 597 hp V8, it is the most powerful V8 Ferrari ever.

Performance numbers released by Ferrari have the 458 Speciale accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds, while reaching 200 km/h in 9.1 seconds. Top speed has yet to be announced.

Weighing in at 1290 kilograms, the 458 Speciale is equipped with moveable front and rear flaps and lateral skirts for aerodynamic efficiency. A new electronics system called Side Slip Angle Control (SSC), developed by Ferrari, helps maintains skid control.

Pricing for the 458 Speciale has not been published at this point by Ferrari.
 
Ferrari 458 Speciale
Photo: Ferrari

 
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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