INTRODUCING THE NEW FERRARI 488 PISTA
Ferrari has revealed its new track-focused 488 Pista supercar. Set to be unveiled at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show ( 8-18th March), the Ferrari 488 Pista, is the successor to Ferrari’s V8-engined special series - the 360 Challenge Stradale, 430 Scuderia and 458 Speciale .
The Ferrari 488 Pista marks a significant step forward from the previous special series in terms of both sporty dynamics and for the level of technological carry-over from racing. The name is, in fact, a direct homage to Ferrari’s unparalleled heritage in motor sports.
Performance
The 488 Pista is equipped with “the most powerful V8 engine in Ferrari’s history”, claims Ferrari. It punches out 720 cv with the highest specific output of in its class (185 cv/l) and is now lighter too, thanks to solutions adopted from the 488 Challenge. As a result it has a top speed of 340 km/h and sprints from 0-100 km/h in 2.85” and 0 -200 km/h in 7.6”.
Price and release
Ferrari will open orders for the 488 Pista following its debut at the Geneva Motor Show - No price has been announced yet, but according to some sources the new racer is expected to cost around £215,000
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