Ferrari 488 GTB (Super Street)
The Ferrari 488 GTB is Ferrari’s mid-engined twin-turbo V8 supercar, introduced as the successor to the 458 Italia and built to deliver a sharper blend of speed, aero efficiency, and everyday usability. It brings Ferrari’s road-car magic into a package that feels just as happy carving mountain roads as it does stretching its legs on track.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.9L twin-turbocharged 90° V8, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~661 hp (490 kW)
Redline: ~8,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,370 kg
Dimensions: ~4,568 mm long × 1,952 mm wide × 1,213 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,650 mm
Tires: Performance road tires on forged alloy wheels
Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with multi-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 488 GTB is a fast, composed, and highly exploitable road supercar that rewards smooth inputs and clean lines. It has the kind of balance that makes it approachable for a mid-engine Ferrari, with strong front-end response and a rear axle that stays settled until you start leaning on the turbo torque. Compared with older naturally aspirated Ferraris, it feels more muscular and more forgiving, especially in the mid-range where the twin turbos deliver a big surge of acceleration.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V8 has a deep, aggressive note that builds into a hard-edged Ferrari snarl as the revs climb. It does not have the same high-pitched scream as the older V8s, but it makes up for it with a punchier, more modern character and a satisfying turbo whoosh on throttle application.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Precise turn-in with excellent rotation when trail-braked properly. Can feel lively if you rush entry speed.
Traction: Strong overall grip, though the rear can step out quickly if you get greedy with throttle at corner exit.
Braking: Excellent stopping power and pedal feel, with strong confidence under heavy deceleration.
Top Speed: Very strong in a straight line, with rapid acceleration once the turbos are fully on boost.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and let the chassis do the work. The 488 GTB is quickest when you brake in a straight line, rotate the car early, and feed the throttle back in progressively. It thrives on flowing circuits and technical road courses where balance matters more than raw aggression.
Livery & Aesthetics: The 488 GTB is classic modern Ferrari drama — low, sculpted, and aggressive, with large side intakes and flowing aero surfaces that give it a purposeful look from every angle. In sim, it looks especially sharp in traditional Rosso Corsa, but it also wears darker or track-focused liveries beautifully.
Whether you're chasing hot laps or just want a supercar with real character, the Ferrari 488 GTB is one of the most rewarding modern road Ferraris to drive in sim racing — fast, balanced, and unmistakably Maranello.