The 458 is powered by a 4,499 cc (274.5 cu in) V8 engine of the “Ferrari/Maserati” F136 engine family, producing 578 PS (425 kW; 570 hp) at 9,000 rpm (redline) and 540 N. … The engine features direct fuel injection, which is a first for Ferrari mid-engine setups in its road cars. Transmission.