It's Official - Ferrari Press Release on the 458 Italia !
Jul 28, 2009 | 07:44 PM
#61
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From: Washington State
Kind of shocked here...
Maybe it's too early in the morning, but I don't think I've ever heard of power output rated in "CV" terms. Is this some new power rating system to further confuse the buying public? But 569hp out of a 4.5 NA V8 is just WOW! Your move Porsche/Lamborghini... Maybe we'll see those 3 tailpipes re-appear on a V8 TT Enzo replacement in the future along with a massive power increase just like this model. Man - way to go Ferrari!
I absolutely love the rear 3/4 view and rear. But why such huge mirrors, headlights that are fit to illuminate an IMAX screen and the front overhang kind of kills it for me too...and I've never liked Ferrari 5-spoke rims but that's just me.
Overall though, I definitely like it so far. Maybe it'll grow on me as time goes on, but kick-ass none the less.
Maybe it's too early in the morning, but I don't think I've ever heard of power output rated in "CV" terms. Is this some new power rating system to further confuse the buying public? But 569hp out of a 4.5 NA V8 is just WOW! Your move Porsche/Lamborghini... Maybe we'll see those 3 tailpipes re-appear on a V8 TT Enzo replacement in the future along with a massive power increase just like this model. Man - way to go Ferrari!
I absolutely love the rear 3/4 view and rear. But why such huge mirrors, headlights that are fit to illuminate an IMAX screen and the front overhang kind of kills it for me too...and I've never liked Ferrari 5-spoke rims but that's just me.
Overall though, I definitely like it so far. Maybe it'll grow on me as time goes on, but kick-ass none the less.
Epic win for the guys in Maranello.
Jul 28, 2009 | 10:37 PM
#68
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Posts: 4,846
Not that it matters, but my main gripes are the following:
The front bumper - double emblems and lack of design. Seems pretty basic, not aggressive enough. I'd think they'd be able to add something to aid the car visually/functionally.
Three exhaust pipes - and no turbos... fml
I can live with the headlights though I think they are a little too large.
Profile is gorgeous!
The front bumper - double emblems and lack of design. Seems pretty basic, not aggressive enough. I'd think they'd be able to add something to aid the car visually/functionally.
Three exhaust pipes - and no turbos... fml
I can live with the headlights though I think they are a little too large.
Profile is gorgeous!
Jul 28, 2009 | 11:56 PM
#70
The black sheep of the family.
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 7,322
Well I dont like the Enzo or the P 4/5, which this takes so many design cues from, so only natural i wouldnt like this.
