Ferrari 458 Spider (2011–2015): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari 458 Spider. Revealed at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, the 458 Spider introduced Ferrari’s first mid-rear V8 convertible with a folding hardtop. It retained the performance of the 458 Italia: 570 horsepower and lightning-fast gearshifts.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door retractable-hardtop Spider
Designer: Donato Coco at Ferrari Centro Stile in collaboration with Pininfarina
Layout: Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 2011–2015
Aerodynamics and Design
Roof system: Aluminium retractable hardtop folding in 14 seconds
Body changes: Redesigned rear deck with buttresses for airflow and rollover protection
Drag coefficient: Cd 0.33
Engine cover: Reworked engine bay for airflow and aesthetics with top closed or open
Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase: 2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length: 4,527 mm (178.2 in)
Width: 1,937 mm (76.3 in)
Height: 1,211 mm (47.7 in)
Dry weight: 1,430 kg (3,153 lb)
Kerb weight: 1,520 kg (3,351 lb)
Weight distribution: 42% front / 58% rear
Fuel tank capacity: 86 L (22.7 US gal)
Boot capacity: 110 L (3.9 cu ft)
Engine and Powertrain
Engine type: 4.5 L naturally aspirated V8 (F136 F)
Displacement: 4,497 cc
Maximum power: 570 cv (562 hp; 419 kW) @ 9,000 rpm
Maximum torque: 540 Nm (398 lb‑ft) @ 6,000 rpm
Maximum revs: 9,000 rpm (limiter)
Transmission: 7-speed dual‑clutch F1 gearbox
Drivetrain: Rear‑wheel drive
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 3.4 s
0–200 km/h (0–124 mph): 10.4 s
Top speed: 320 km/h (199 mph)
Braking distance 100–0 km/h: 32.0 m (105.0 ft)
Braking distance 200–0 km/h: 131.0 m (429.8 ft)
Wheels and Braking
Front brakes: 398 × 36 mm carbon‑ceramic discs, 6‑piston calipers
Rear brakes: 360 × 32 mm carbon‑ceramic discs, 4‑piston calipers
Front tires: 235/35 ZR20
Rear tires: 295/35 ZR20
Related
The models listed below share a connection with the Ferrari 458 Spider.
2005 Ferrari F430 Spider
The previous-generation V8 Spider. It featured a traditional soft-top and laid the groundwork for the performance and layout Ferrari would evolve in the 458.
Photo: Max Lammers for ROSSOautomobili
2009 Ferrari 458 Italia
The coupe counterpart to the 458 Spider. It introduced the platform, powertrain, and design that the Spider adapted for open-top driving.
Photo: Sportscar Protection
2014 Ferrari 458 Speciale A
A limited-run hardcore variant of the Spider. It offered higher power, lighter weight, and sharper track handling, with only 499 units produced.
Photo: Gohm Ferrari
2016 Ferrari 488 Spider
The turbocharged successor to the 458 Spider. It offered more torque and performance while continuing the retractable hardtop concept.
Photo: Kroymans Ferrari
