Since the break up of the Mercedes-McLaren tandem, both car makers have both gone their own ways. Now McLaren has revealed its new car called the McLaren’s MP4-12C, previously code-named P11.

The MP4-12C is reported to go into production in 2010 and will compete directly with the Ferrari 458 and Lamborghini Gallardo. Recalling the wedge shape of the legendary F1, the MP4-12C also shows hints of inspiration from its Italian rivals.

The MP4-12C will come with a 3.8-liter mid-mounted V8, giving out 600 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. The twin-turbocharged M838T motor is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission and can rev up to 8500 rpm.

The body of the MP4-12C is built of carbon fiber, which makes the car very light at just 3,000 pounds. McLaren says it will build 1,000 examples in the first year of production. Expect a price tag of around $250,000. Deliveries will begin this spring.