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Ferrari 458 Speciale A (2014–2015): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari 458 Speciale A. Revealed at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, the “A” stands for “Aperta”: an open-top version of the 458 Speciale limited to just 499 units. It retains the naturally aspirated V8, lightweight construction, and active aero of the coupe, while introducing Ferrari’s retractable hardtop system to the most extreme variant of the 458 platform.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door retractable-hardtop Spider
Designer: Ferrari Centro Stile under Flavio Manzoni
Layout: Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 2014–2015 (499 units)
Aerodynamics and Design
Active aerodynamics: Front flaps, rear diffuser flaps, and underbody airflow management
Roof system: Retractable aluminium hardtop opens in 14 seconds
Weight reduction: Carbon-fibre and alloy panel usage matched the Speciale coupe
Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase: 2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length: 4,571 mm (180.0 in)
Width: 1,951 mm (76.8 in)
Height: 1,202 mm (47.3 in)
Dry weight: 1,340 kg (2,954 lb)
Kerb weight: 1,450 kg (3,197 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: 605 cv (597 hp; 445 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
Specific output: 134 cv/L
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 3.0 s
0–200 km/h (0–124 mph): 9.5 s
Top speed: >325 km/h (202 mph)
Braking distance 100–0 km/h: 31.0 m (101.7 ft)
Braking distance 200–0 km/h: 129.0 m (423.2 ft)
Fiorano lap time: 1:23.5
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: 245/35 ZR20
Rear tires: 305/30 ZR20
Electronic systems: SSC (Side Slip Control), E-Diff, F1-Trac
Related
The models listed below share a connection with the Ferrari 458 Speciale A.
2008 Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M
The Scuderia Spider 16M was Ferrari’s first open-top limited-edition V8 track-focused model. The Speciale A follows in its lineage with more power and technology.
2011 Ferrari 458 Spider
The standard open-top variant of the 458 range. The Speciale A improves upon it with more power, less weight, and significantly sharper dynamics.
2018 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider
The successor to the Speciale A, based on the turbocharged 488 platform with increased output, updated aero, and improved track performance.
