Another good news for Ferrari fans; the Maranello automaker has unveiled the Ferrari F8 Spider that replaces the 488 Spider. The mid-rear-engined drop-top is powered by the most successful Ferrari V8 and looks pretty similar to its coupe sibling, the F8 Tributo. The major difference, of course, is the electrical retractable hardtop and a new rear deck to contain the roof.
The convertible takes just 14 seconds to deploy or retract the roof while cruising at a speed of 45 km/h. It is not only more aerodynamic (10% extra), but is also 20 kg lighter than its predecessor.
Everyone knows the name ‘Ferrari’ is synonym to performance and driving pleasure. The Ferrari F8 Spider is no exception. The power comes from the award-winning V8 with twin-turbos churning out a whopping 711 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. This is 50 hp and 7 lb-ft extra than the 488 Spider. The sporty convertible is very agile with a 0 to 100 km/h time of 2.9 seconds. The 0-200 km/h sprint will take 8.2 seconds on its way to a top speed of 340 km/h. This is 15 km/h more than the sports car it is replacing.
Ferrari has made many additions in and outside to make it lighter and more aerodynamic. The automaker has also taken care of European emission laws by installing an exhaust filter.
The new cars from Maranello are coming fast. Just recently, the automaker also introduced the 812 Superfast.
Ferrari F8 Spider
Technical Specifications
Engine
Type V8 – 90° – turbo – dry sump
Overall displacement 3902 cc
Max. power output* 720 cv (530 kW) @ 8000 rpm
Max. torque* 770 Nm @ 3250 rpm
Specific power output 185 cv/l
Max. revs 8000 rpm
Compression ratio 9.6:1
Dimensions and weight
Length 4611 mm
Width 1979 mm
Height 1206 mm
Wheelbase 2650 mm
Front track 1677 mm
Rear track 1646 mm
Dry weight** 1400 kg
Weight distribution 41.5% front – 58.5% rear
Boot capacity 200 l
Fuel tank capacity 78 l
Tyres
Front 245/35 ZR 20 J9.0
Rear 305/30 ZR 20 J11.0
Brakes
Front 398 x 223 x 38 mm
Rear 360 x 233 x 32 mm
Transmission and gearbox 7-speed, dual-clutch F1 gearbox
Electronic controls E-Diff3, F1-Trac, high performance ABS/EBD with Ferrari Pre-
Fill, FrS SCM-E, FDE+, SSC 6.1
Performance
0-100 km/h 2.90 s
0-200 km/h 8.2 s
Max. speed 340 km/h
Fuel consumption and emissions
Under homologation
* With 98 octane petrol
** With optional contents