2019 Ferrari 488 Pista

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Rating7.7

Ranked #13 in 

Midsize Coupe
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$345,300
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on December 13, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Bone-shivering performance

Super expensive right from the start

All-new for 2019 model year

Gorgeous styling

Android Auto is not given

Unlimited customization options

Lacks a number of driving aids that should've been standard

Specs & Features

$345,300

price

711 hp @ 8000 rpm

horsepower

567 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual w/od

transmission

3.9L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize coupe segment, the 2019 Ferrari 488 Pista is a direct competitor to the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, the McLaren 720S, and the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera. With standalone trim, the 488 Pista starts off at an MSRP of $350,050. It is offered with a 3.9L Twin-Turbo V8 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, producing 710 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the 488 Pista manages a 0-60 of 2.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 17 MPG.

Buying Advice

The number of features given standard with the 488 Pista doesn’t do justice to its price tag. Hence, you will have no choice but to browse through the optional features. You can get the ceramic exhaust pipes, upgrade the default 6-speaker sound system, increase the carbon fiber elements, buy the adaptive front lighting system, or get the 488 Pista painted in two tones. There is no limit to customization.

Trims

    Base
    $345,300 onwards
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Simulated suede/leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$345,300

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.67

Horsepower

711 hp @ 8000 rpm

Torque

567 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

2

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Gasoline

6.69

540 hp @ 6400 rpm

486 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

4

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Gasoline

7.87

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650 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

2

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Gasoline

7.09

300 hp @ 6400 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.13

370 hp @ 6500 rpm

331 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.86

571 hp @ 8000 rpm

398 lb.-ft. @ 6500 rpm

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Gasoline

7.04

565 hp @ 6800 rpm

467 lb.-ft. @ 3300 rpm

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Gasoline

8.74

562 hp @ 7500 rpm

443 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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Gasoline

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710 hp @ 7500 rpm

568 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

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Gasoline

6.86

661 hp @ 8000 rpm

561 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

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2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2.8 sec10.4 sec211 mph
    2.7 sec10.2 sec212 mph
    2.7 sec10.5 sec205 mph
    2.8 sec10.5 sec211 mph
    2.9 sec10.7 sec-
    2.9 sec--

    2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg20.6 gal.-
      22 mpg29 mpg23 mpg16.9 gal.338/490.1 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg20 gal.380/560 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg17.9 gal.334.4/422.4 mi.
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19 gal.285/418 mi.
      16 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19.5 gal.312/429 mi.

      2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        181.3 in.77.8 in.47.5 in.-104.3 in.
        186.8 in.77.1 in.48.4 in.-105 in.
        185.4 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4 in.109.4 in.

        2019 Nissan GT-R NISMO

        Ranked #3

        184.6 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4 in.109.4 in.
        184.4 in.72.8 in.54.9 in.4.9 in.112.2 in.
        183.4 in.77.6 in.50.2 in.5 in.107.1 in.

        2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          6 cu.ft.101.9 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          278 cu.ft.-246.7 cu.ft.
          8.1 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.
          4.4 cu.ft.-71 cu.ft.
          22.7 cu.ft.101.3 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.
          5.1 cu.ft.89 cu.ft.51.9 cu.ft.

          2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            83.1 cu.ft.6 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.-
            60.7 cu.ft.22.7 cu.ft.60.7 cu.ft.-
            71 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.71 cu.ft.50 ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.-
            8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.-
            51.9 cu.ft.5.1 cu.ft.51.9 cu.ft.-

            2019 Ferrari 488 Pista vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3054 lbs.
              2500 lbs.-3252 lbs.
              --3500 lbs.
              -980 lbs.3153 lbs.
              --3186 lbs.
              --2897 lbs.

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