Like the 458 before, the 488 Spider eschews a traditional fabric convertible top, instead going with a retractable hard unit that splits into two pieces before tucking itself neatly and dutifully into the trunk. That retraction or erection takes just 14 seconds, the same as the 458 Spider that came before, and even while the car is in motion -- though Ferrari isn't saying how fast you can be going while doing it.
Ferrari also isn't saying how much of a weight penalty buyers of the new Spider will pay versus the normal GTB, but the outgoing 458 Spider gained about 100 pounds over its hard-top predecessor. Look for a similar figure with the 488.
Power still comes from that new, twin-turbo V-8, a whopping 661 horses worth at 8,000 rpm. That's up 100 from the old 458, enough to sprint from zero to 60 in less than 3 seconds, while a new exhaust will ensure the Spider has a distinctive sound compared to the coupe. The Spider also gets all the GTB's aerodynamic tweaks, including an advanced diffuser and a sculpted under-tray designed to keep the thing planted to the road without any unnecessary wings and fins.
Specifications
VEHICLE TYPE: mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door convertible
ESTIMATED BASE PRICE:$270,000
ENGINE TYPE:twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
DISPLACEMENT:238 cu in, 3902 cc
Power: 661 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque: 561 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION:7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 104.3 in
Length: 179.8 in
Width: 76.9 in Height:47.7 in
Curb weight (C/D est):3500 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/DEST):
Zero to 60 mph: 3.0 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 6.4 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 10.6 sec
Top speed: 205 mph
FUEL ECONOMY (C/DEST):
EPA city/highway driving: 15-16/22 mpg
Ferrari also isn't saying how much of a weight penalty buyers of the new Spider will pay versus the normal GTB, but the outgoing 458 Spider gained about 100 pounds over its hard-top predecessor. Look for a similar figure with the 488.
Power still comes from that new, twin-turbo V-8, a whopping 661 horses worth at 8,000 rpm. That's up 100 from the old 458, enough to sprint from zero to 60 in less than 3 seconds, while a new exhaust will ensure the Spider has a distinctive sound compared to the coupe. The Spider also gets all the GTB's aerodynamic tweaks, including an advanced diffuser and a sculpted under-tray designed to keep the thing planted to the road without any unnecessary wings and fins.
Specifications
VEHICLE TYPE: mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door convertible
ESTIMATED BASE PRICE:$270,000
ENGINE TYPE:twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
DISPLACEMENT:238 cu in, 3902 cc
Power: 661 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque: 561 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION:7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 104.3 in
Length: 179.8 in
Width: 76.9 in Height:47.7 in
Curb weight (C/D est):3500 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/DEST):
Zero to 60 mph: 3.0 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 6.4 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 10.6 sec
Top speed: 205 mph
FUEL ECONOMY (C/DEST):
EPA city/highway driving: 15-16/22 mpg