Ferrari 488 GTB Video, First Look
Ferrari is replacing its 458 with a 660-hp turbocharged scalpel.
The Ferrari 488 GTB bowed at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show this week, sporting a 3.9-liter turbocharged V8 engine that also has 560 lb-ft of twist to go with the 660 hp. The 488 GTB will be slightly heavier than the 458 Speciale but lighter than the outgoing Italia with a dry weight of about 3,000 lbs.
2015 Geneva Motor Show Coverage
But to the important bits: The Ferrari 488 GTB will rocket to 128 mph in 8.3 seconds and will be equipped with the Italian automaker’s Side Slip Angle Control software. Ferrari revealed that the 488 GTB was half-a-second faster than the 458 Speciale on its Fiorano test track, running a lap time of 1:23.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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