The Ferrari 488 Pista
The Ultimate Driving Experience.
Powered by the most powerful V8 engine in Maranello’s history, the Ferrari 488 Pista takes the technological transfer from competition to an unprecedented level.
The Ferrari 488 Pista directly translates onto the road the invaluable experience gained by the 488 Challenge and 488 GTE models on the circuits of the world, a legacy of sporting excellence proudly recalled by its very name.
The Pista delivers 720 horsepower at 8,000 rpm, thus boasting the best specific power in its category with 185 hp/l. Its maximum torque increases across the entire speed range to reach 770 Nm, an increase of 10 Nm compared to the 488 GTB.
The 50 horsepower increase in the 488 GTB’s engine represents the highest power increase ever recorded for a Ferrari special series compared to the standard model; it is 115 horsepower more than its predecessor, the 458 Speciale. Its V8 thus establishes itself as a true benchmark, both in the category of engines and in the automotive world as a whole.
The intake, exhaust, crankshaft and camshafts have been redesigned, as have the turbochargers, which are now equipped with rpm sensors from the 488 Challenge race version to further reduce response time. In addition, the traction, stability, slip and differential controls have been recalibrated.
And what about its wild beauty?.
A true heir to the competition, the 488 GTE strongly influenced the design of the 488 Pista, which borrows its aerodynamic appendages at the front and rear from the racing car. The redesigned front bumper, the open front bonnet to optimize airflow, as well as the diffuser and rear spoiler—now visually separated from the wings—bear witness to this direct lineage.
The front hood, fenders and rear spoiler are heavily made of carbon fiber. Inside, the quest for weight reduction resulted in the elimination of many comfort and noise-reduction features. In its most streamlined configuration, the 488 Pista has a dry weight of 1,280 kg, a reduction of 90 kg compared to the GTB, allowing it to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.85 seconds and reach a top speed of 340 km/h.
Ferrari 360 Stradale, 430 Scuderia, 458 Speciale… The special series of Ferrari V8 coupes have always enhanced the performance and emotion of their reference models. Yet, the Pista pushes the boundaries even further by sublimating the 488, combining impressive raw power with increased driving accessibility.
A true masterpiece of automotive engineering, both sublime, fascinating and prodigious.
6,237 real kilometers on the odometer. Taxable VAT refundable.
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