Ferrari To Hunt Down McLaren With Turbo 458 Successor

Ferrari is reportedly preparing a nearly 500kW turbocharged upgrade to the 458 for next year's Geneva Motor Show, known internally as the '458 M'. 

According to the UK's Autocar, the new model's powerplant will be based on the 3.8 litre V8 of the entry California T, where it makes 412kW and 755Nm. 

For duty in the enhanced 458, the thumping V8 will have its figures dialled up to 497kW and 745Nm - a mighty increase over the regular 458's 419kW and even the Speciale's 444kW. 

Importantly, the powered-up coupe will become a more fitting match for McLaren's 650S, which also utilises a 3.8 litre turbocharged V8 to produce 478kW and 677Nm.