Ferrari F430 Spider (2005–2009): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari F430 Spider. Introduced at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show, this convertible version of the F430 shares its glass-covered engine bay and mid-engine V8 platform with the Berlinetta, offering thrilling open‑top performance with near-identical specs apart from added mass and a slightly lower top speed. It was Ferrari's 21st road-going convertible.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door convertible (Spider)
Class: Sports car (S)
Designer: Frank Stephenson with Pininfarina
Layout: Rear mid‑engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 2005–2009
Aerodynamics and Design
Body styling: Front intake ducts, flat underbody, rear diffuser, and spoiler nolder over glass engine cover
Cd (drag coefficient): ~0.33
Downforce: At 300 km/h, generates ~280 kg (617 lb) total downforce (130 kg front (287 lb), 150 kg rear (331 lb)
Dimensions and Weight
Curb weight: 1,520 kg (3,351 lb)
Dry weight: 1,380 kg (3,042 lb)
Length: 4,512 mm (177.6 in)
Width: 1,923 mm (75.7 in)
Height: 1,234 mm (48.6 in)
Wheelbase: 2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Front track: 1,669 mm (65.7 in)
Rear track: 1,616 mm (63.6 in)
Engine
Configuration: 4.3 L (4,308 cc / 262.9 cu in) F136 E 90° flat‑plane V8, DOHC with VVT
Maximum power: 360 kW (490 PS; 483 hp) at 8,500 rpm
Torque: 465 Nm (343 lb‑ft) at 5,250 rpm
Power per litre: ~112 hp/L
Bore × stroke: 92 × 81 mm (3.62 × 3.19 in)
Transmission: 6-speed manual or 6-speed Graziano 'F1' automated manual (electrohydraulic paddle-shift system)
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 4.1 s
Top speed: >310 km/h (193 mph)
Quarter mile: ~12.0 s @ 120.7 mph
Braking 100–0 km/h: 32 m (104 ft) stopping distance
Wheels and Braking
Brakes: Vented discs front/rear, standard iron until 2008; optional carbon‑ceramic discs later
Tires: Front 225/40 ZR18; Rear 265/40 ZR18
Suspension: Double-wishbones all around, standard or PECM electronic dampers
Steering: Power-assisted rack‑and‑pinion
Wheels: 18″ magnesium forged; optional alloy upsize
Production and Series History
Approximately 4,000–4,500 F430 Spiders were produced between 2005 and 2009. No major visual refreshes occurred during the run.
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