There are things you immediately notice when you go up in and start Ferrari 458 Italia up as well. Firstly, it is much more distinguished when you start the engine up. The engine catches and then quickly settles into a gentle tick over. The thing that is noticeable about the Ferrari 458 Italia when you first catch a glimpse of one is that it is a much bolder, different design over the F430 than the F430 was over the 360 Modena.

The stroke has been increased to give 4.5 litres instead of 4.3 and it is now good for 9000 revs and 562 bhp. That’s 125 bhp per litre. The Ferrari 458 Italia shares some things with the Ferrari California. The Italia’s is the same gearbox that is in the California, being a 7 speed dual clutch system which makes the car much easier to drive, especially in traffic. It seems though that these gearboxes are getting so good, it will be the only gearbox option on the 458 Italia. That means that the new Ferrari 458 Italia will hit the same top speed as a Lamborghini Gallardo, it is quicker by 0.3 seconds to 60 and you will go 2 extra miles on a tank of fuel. Move over Lambo, the king is back.