@@montaver2455 Not really because it is paired to the horrible Sequential gearbox... also this one is DI which is just a bit more up to date. sound wise there is nothing to complain about in this one. This is just much more refined and usable while the 360 is well... a 360. Only thing I might change my mind on might be a manual 360 but a regular one not a CS.
This was clearly the best version ever made by Ferrari, the name says it all. This is the pinnacle in NA form, they have tried with is younger brother but wouldn't come close in terms of balance.
Doesn't matter how fast a car ultimately is, you always get used to it. Enjoyment is the main factor of what makes a good drivers car, not figures. And N/A just does that better
Heck yeah. On public roads, you aren't really able to access the full power of these cars anyways. In fact, people tend to have more fun with cars with less power and shorter gears on public roads because you get to interact with the car more and use more of its power if that makes sense
Well said that! New cars are all about power, it’s like an arms race, but instead of nuclear weapons it’s brake horsepower. Pointless really. All about how these cars make you feel and how involved you are in the driving experience
I was taken for a quick spin in a 458 Italia a couple of years ago and I was pretty impressed by it; on Peak roads it felt pretty visceral. The noise of that engine behind your head was lovely. Nice to hear that this example is used properly.
Magnificent, Homage of the incredible last v8 N/A Ferrari. Love this engine love this gearbox and love naturally aspirated!! Naturally aspirated forever 💪
Amazing videos!!!well done!!! I enjoy watching every one of them!!!looking forward to the next one!!!.you could- should include merc amg sls black series as well...
Loved how he talked about how making a car sound this good is like fine tuning a musical instrument. It’s almost like how certain violins sound better than others
Finally, a Great tribute to NA cars! Thought i was alone in my nostalgia. I have all three cars (Dinan stroker V8 M3). While the legacy is still not complete, wondering if you plan to feature 991.2 GT3 RS. Fortunate to have this too, and it had GLORIOUS NA motor that belongs to this short list. Keep ‘em comin!! Bravissimo !!!
I've heard that ferrari did not initially want to switch to turbocharging their mid engine v8's but had to because of emission regulations. What kind of performance could we have have expected from a normally aspirated 488? Seems crazy to think they'd be able to get even more performance from an N/A v8.
My uncle had one of these. He took me for rides and the sound was unbelievable. The whole car vibrated, you could even feel it through the seat. He crashed it on a track. Messed up on oversteer and let go off the throttle, launching the car in the direction of the steering correction. Twisted the chassis...
One of the reasons I love Porsche. As most of the high-end sports car manufacturers completely phase out NA engines and manual transmissions, they recognize the need to keep a handful of pure driving vehicles in their lineup. The 718 4.0 GTS and GT4, the 911 GT3... Sure the turbo charged, PDK transmission variants are faster, and there's a market and desire for the fastest... But so many like myself want the "experience" that comes with the sound and feel of a high performance, NA engine with a manual gearbox.
2024 now, and while the Speciale will never be duplicated I must say the C8 Corvette Z06 with a NA 5.5L engine cranking out 670 hp and redline at 8600 rpm is a fantastic car I grab the keys for more drives than others. The Speciale is still “another level” and is for that special occasion drive through the mountains.
I used to ride my bikes up on those roads round Settle & Hawes (916, 999, R1, RC30 etc) & you really have to keep your wits about you - there's some very unforgiving terrain round there - but a great chippy in the middle of Hawes. I have a 430 but I am really lusting after a 458 - but TBH the 430 is so unbelievably fast anyway - its awesome. The styling on the 458 though - it'll never be bettered IMHO
Idk about the last. Have you seen what corvette is doing. Apparently 615hp from a flat plane crank v8. They’re going to be pumping out 458 Speciale for attainable prices
@@supercar.driver Thanks, trouble I have is where I live....and thats in Illinois. Winter rules apply and my cars are off the street before the snow flies and salt drops. Plus, with cold weather and summer tires in a Ferrari V8 don't mix well. I am used to it. April will come soon enough when the roads are clean and ready.
This may sound crazy but I had been considering making an offer on a Speciale today and as I was thinking about it, your video alert popped up on my screen. It was the sign I needed so I typed up an offer and a reply is pending. I hope to edit this comment later with the message that I bought a Speciale and this video was the last push I needed. Thanks for the post.
@@supercar.driver Sadly, the seller moved the goalposts on me by a material amount relative to the price that they had guided me too. The spread is over $20,000. That’s OK, I have several normally aspirated Porsche GT cars to enjoy. May I suggest you do a video on the 997.2 GT3 RS cars and add that to your list as a 4th great NA engine?
The only downside of such car is its cost, which as a track focus limited version is unaffordable for the 99,999999% of people. If I would have the money I would pick the "standard" 458 Italia, my favorite v8 ferrari ever. Congrats by this nice NA series guys.
I'm not really sure why, but I feel like a manual gearbox would limit this car's performance potential, and slow it down severely. The 7-speed dual-clutch is one of the world's finest transmission, a match made in heaven for this 458
Drive the Corvette C8 ZO6. It should be out this year, and if you want to talk about the last of the great NA engines, this one's going to be one of the greats. Cheers.
Would take a Ferrari 458 Speciale over any Lamborghini and Porsche (apart from the 918 Spyder Weissach Package) and would also take the Speciale over most McLaren and Ferrari vehicles. Awesome car! One of the best supercars to ever exist.
Would you say that this is Ferrari's best V8? 👇
360CS is miles better
This and the 355's 40 Valve
@@montaver2455 Not really because it is paired to the horrible Sequential gearbox... also this one is DI which is just a bit more up to date. sound wise there is nothing to complain about in this one. This is just much more refined and usable while the 360 is well... a 360. Only thing I might change my mind on might be a manual 360 but a regular one not a CS.
This was clearly the best version ever made by Ferrari, the name says it all. This is the pinnacle in NA form, they have tried with is younger brother but wouldn't come close in terms of balance.
F40?
Doesn't matter how fast a car ultimately is, you always get used to it. Enjoyment is the main factor of what makes a good drivers car, not figures. And N/A just does that better
Ain’t that the truth
Heck yeah. On public roads, you aren't really able to access the full power of these cars anyways. In fact, people tend to have more fun with cars with less power and shorter gears on public roads because you get to interact with the car more and use more of its power if that makes sense
Well said that! New cars are all about power, it’s like an arms race, but instead of nuclear weapons it’s brake horsepower. Pointless really. All about how these cars make you feel and how involved you are in the driving experience
That's why GMA T50 will go down in history as the greatest drivers car ever.
Not because it is the fastest, etc.
perfectly stated.
Unbelievable, just love listening to Jonty’s comments on the car while being amazed by the song that V8 sings...
Thanks for watching
This channel is underrated.what a quality production.
Why thank you!
The 458 Speciale is IT!
These productions are getting better all the time - top notch production values in the marketplace now.
Pleasure! Thanks Nic. We try and recently recruited full time videographer
The best NA V8 ever made!! My friend has one Novitec Speciale as a daily!! Absolutely amazing machine!! Amazing content as always!!!
Sublime engine!
This brought a tear to my eye. What a tribute to one the best modern Ferraris ever created.
The 458 Speciale is probably the best sounding naturally aspirated V8 out there...love the video! Thanks for sharing the experience
Thanks for watching! Check back soon
7 minutes of beautiful scenery and amazing engine noises.....oh and Jonty! 😂 Great job as always SCD & Jonty 😊
The speciale is one of my all favorite cars ever 😍 It is a absolute masterpeace!
AS an owner of both speciale and pista , speciale is just way more special overall.
Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for watching
would that change if the pista had a nice exhaust?
@@clkgtr12 no
I was taken for a quick spin in a 458 Italia a couple of years ago and I was pretty impressed by it; on Peak roads it felt pretty visceral. The noise of that engine behind your head was lovely.
Nice to hear that this example is used properly.
Favorite car of all time! Incredible machine that sings quite a intoxicating sound
It's just so good hearing that symphony from a Ferrari again
Thanks for watching
One of those Channels that you can hit like before even watching the video
High praise! Thank you
Now we have the 2023 C8 Z06 gaining comparisons! Naturally aspirated, 670hp revs up to 8600 rpm’s!!
Even after the 488, pista, sf90, the roma but this one right here or any red 458 is still my dream car. The screaming v8 is just *do Italian sign*
Magnificent, Homage of the incredible last v8 N/A Ferrari. Love this engine love this gearbox and love naturally aspirated!!
Naturally aspirated forever 💪
Glad you enjoyed it!
This channel deserves 4K.
It’s my favourite NA car. Period! Great work hosting these cars! TY
An absolute pleasure
Next level production, what a machine, much love ❤️
Thank you doooood
Amazing videos!!!well done!!! I enjoy watching every one of them!!!looking forward to the next one!!!.you could- should include merc amg sls black series as well...
Glad you enjoyed it! Already planning a second series
Loved how he talked about how making a car sound this good is like fine tuning a musical instrument. It’s almost like how certain violins sound better than others
Yep, exactly that 👏
“No one will ever repeat this”
And no one expected Chevrolet to be the ones to repeat it
Finally, a Great tribute to NA cars! Thought i was alone in my nostalgia. I have all three cars (Dinan stroker V8 M3). While the legacy is still not complete, wondering if you plan to feature 991.2 GT3 RS. Fortunate to have this too, and it had GLORIOUS NA motor that belongs to this short list. Keep ‘em comin!! Bravissimo !!!
Why thank you! Glad you’re enjoying it. We can definitely do another series as so many great cars
Great video!!! One of my dream cars. One of the best factory V8's ever made. I just wish it had a manual.
Thanks for watching buddy
Jonty, this is quality mate. So professional... Brilliant!
Cheers Frank! Long time no see. Hope you’re keeping well?
I've heard that ferrari did not initially want to switch to turbocharging their mid engine v8's but had to because of emission regulations. What kind of performance could we have have expected from a normally aspirated 488? Seems crazy to think they'd be able to get even more performance from an N/A v8.
Epic video guys and I even understood what Jonty was saying for the first time ;)
😂
He can be very well spoken at times 😬
I am too (saddened) which is why I purchased a 458 last year and own a 911 GT3 along with it. both practically unbeatable in visceral sound and smiles
Epic! Just discovered you guys, never been disappointed so far and I don't think I ever will be. Great content! Keep it up
Welcome aboard!
For me... This is the perfect car.
Love from Italy
Best classic in the making? Aston V12S....all natural, analog perfection in a digital world.
A Ferrari V12 could be in that group as well... awesome video regardless 👊🏻
great review Jonty 🙌 The Specialé is probably the only car I miss
Lovely car, great editing and epic backdrop!
My uncle had one of these. He took me for rides and the sound was unbelievable. The whole car vibrated, you could even feel it through the seat. He crashed it on a track. Messed up on oversteer and let go off the throttle, launching the car in the direction of the steering correction. Twisted the chassis...
Awesome! Thanks for sharing
So glad I came across this channel
Brilliant
Well done lads
Thank you buddy 🙌
Nothing beats the Speciale !! I repeat NOTHING beats this car :)
Please do a review on the Chevrolet Corvette C8 ZO6. It may be the final word in naturally aspirated V8s. You won't be disappointed.
The Best sounding V8 IMO Specially with the right aftermarket exhaust.
Impossible to choose, but it's definitely up there somewhere! 😁 Can't ignore the 355/360 or the Maserati 4.7l engine though...
Awesome,guys! Just what I needed after a harsh week! Dreams come true for sure! Cheers
Pleasure! Thanks for watching
Great video. One of my favourite Ferrari's ever!
We need a dodge viper in this series
Spectacular series, congrats guys 👌
Thanks 🙏
When I was a kid, anything ‘turbo’ was cool. Would even have it on your Walkman or BMX. How things have changed !
Haha good point. It was cool cos they were massive and the cars were light and dangerous. Now they’re going turbo because of emissions etc.
First time I see this channel, and quality is amazing
PD: I had this car in 1:18 scale model
Welcome! Thank you
Haven't watched this yet...but we call know this is one of the best. An astounding bit of kit. Still waiting for me mate to sell his....
Enjoy buddy
One of the reasons I love Porsche. As most of the high-end sports car manufacturers completely phase out NA engines and manual transmissions, they recognize the need to keep a handful of pure driving vehicles in their lineup. The 718 4.0 GTS and GT4, the 911 GT3... Sure the turbo charged, PDK transmission variants are faster, and there's a market and desire for the fastest... But so many like myself want the "experience" that comes with the sound and feel of a high performance, NA engine with a manual gearbox.
As an E92 m3 owner, the 458 and 911 gt3 are my dream cars
There NEEDS to be a Mezger 997 RS 4.0 in this series
*3,6
2024 now, and while the Speciale will never be duplicated I must say the C8 Corvette Z06 with a NA 5.5L engine cranking out 670 hp and redline at 8600 rpm is a fantastic car I grab the keys for more drives than others. The Speciale is still “another level” and is for that special occasion drive through the mountains.
I used to ride my bikes up on those roads round Settle & Hawes (916, 999, R1, RC30 etc) & you really have to keep your wits about you - there's some very unforgiving terrain round there - but a great chippy in the middle of Hawes. I have a 430 but I am really lusting after a 458 - but TBH the 430 is so unbelievably fast anyway - its awesome. The styling on the 458 though - it'll never be bettered IMHO
I really hope they get the last Shelby GT350 on here for its NA engine celebration. This 458 reminds me of what Ferrari lost
Idk about the last. Have you seen what corvette is doing. Apparently 615hp from a flat plane crank v8. They’re going to be pumping out 458 Speciale for attainable prices
Yeah but those Corvettes are butt ugly
I can only say that I am very happy to own a 2015 458 Italia Speciale Aperta with 3300 miles. It specifically was the N/A that made that happen.
Amazing! Get driving 🙌🏁
@@supercar.driver Thanks, trouble I have is where I live....and thats in Illinois. Winter rules apply and my cars are off the street before the snow flies and salt drops. Plus, with cold weather and summer tires in a Ferrari V8 don't mix well. I am used to it. April will come soon enough when the roads are clean and ready.
This may sound crazy but I had been considering making an offer on a Speciale today and as I was thinking about it, your video alert popped up on my screen. It was the sign I needed so I typed up an offer and a reply is pending. I hope to edit this comment later with the message that I bought a Speciale and this video was the last push I needed. Thanks for the post.
Good luck I hope your offer is accepted 🤞
Get it bought! Enjoy and drive it as intended
What color/spec are you looking at?
@@supercar.driver Sadly, the seller moved the goalposts on me by a material amount relative to the price that they had guided me too. The spread is over $20,000. That’s OK, I have several normally aspirated Porsche GT cars to enjoy. May I suggest you do a video on the 997.2 GT3 RS cars and add that to your list as a 4th great NA engine?
@@pmwaffle9348 Rosso Corsa with a few CF options. Quite nice.
the speciale with Fi exhaust is the car I would drive in heaven
The sound compared to the 488 is a different beast altogether
Definitely!!
Excellent video! I have a Speciale and will never sell it!
Congrats and right decision
This gave me goosebumps...
Thanks for watching!
Great series!
Thank you 🙏🚀
Yep. Ferrari nailed it with the 458.
Hey, wait, hold on a minute. How could I have missed this channel???
This is fucking gold 🥇
Welcome buddy 🙏 thanks for watching
Absolutely No1 car ever, Ferrari is just on another level
Intro song?
What a car
the Ferrari F12 needs to be on the list also
The only downside of such car is its cost, which as a track focus limited version is unaffordable for the 99,999999% of people.
If I would have the money I would pick the "standard" 458 Italia, my favorite v8 ferrari ever.
Congrats by this nice NA series guys.
Legendary car, love it
Just needs a manual gearbox now....😊🤞 Top video once again guys 👍😎
Haha imagine! That gearbox suits the car so well though
I'm not really sure why, but I feel like a manual gearbox would limit this car's performance potential, and slow it down severely. The 7-speed dual-clutch is one of the world's finest transmission, a match made in heaven for this 458
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Drive the Corvette C8 ZO6. It should be out this year, and if you want to talk about the last of the great NA engines, this one's going to be one of the greats. Cheers.
Great review👌
(no front registration plate?)
You guys should also do part 4: 2013 fully specced Corvette Z06. Last year for the magnificent naturally aspirated Ls7 Engine.
Try finding one
@@supercar.driver I own one here in Florida. Come drive it!
Love this one.
This car is incredible
Actually, the 458 IS the last of its kind, as it was designed by Pininfarina (a car artist) not just the wind tunnel
Good point! Thanks for watching
It's so sad to see these NA hero cars become the last of their kind. These videos capture the driving experience so well and invoke so much emotion.
Would take a Ferrari 458 Speciale over any Lamborghini and Porsche (apart from the 918 Spyder Weissach Package) and would also take the Speciale over most McLaren and Ferrari vehicles. Awesome car! One of the best supercars to ever exist.
It truly is! Thanks for watching
Beautifully done, love it 🤗
Thank you
Best supercar ever made. PERIOD
soon u will have to do a new Naturally Aspirated vid with the 2023 corvette zo6/zo7
No thanks
@@74SD455TA cry more, snowflake
I'll always prefer this car over the 488.... ALWAYS!!
Oh my. Smashed it again chaps 😎😎
Why thank you!
Even in design the 458 is so much better than the cars that followed it!
the pinnacle!
@@supercar.driver definitely although I absolutely wouldn’t say no to a 360cs or scud
Did the Carrera GT get passed over on this series?
More series like this!
Sure! We’ve enjoyed doing this one
Great video again, but where is the biggest naturally aspirated hero in this series? GT3!!
Not denying it’s worthy in this line up. We did one recently though. First time we’ve done a mini series
Ty for a great video, I hate all these videos comparing supercars with Tesla. Driving is about the experience not that 0-60 1 second difference.
Agreed! Thanks for watching
Superb , simply a dream.
It sure is! Thanks
The King of King's 👍👍👍
Wow 🔥
Maybe you could find a Lancia Delta S4 Stradale to review?
Would LOVE to!!
Marvelous car.
Stunning car 👌
It really is!
I just think you missed another hero, the german muscle car: Mercedes AMG SLS black series
Amazing drives
The lfa better be featured in this series
It already had its air time
What about SLS AMG BLACK SERIES?!?
Would LOVE to drive one