New Maserati GrandTurismo S 2011 Specs and Review

So, how do you further enhance the Maserati GranTurismo coupe? Well, for one you start with the sportiest of the range model, the GranTurismo S 440HP Then you begin to upgrade with a group of mechanical parts and styling of the company's newly launched "MC Sport Line" catalog customization.

Maserati did not say which items from the lineup made ​​their way into a limited edition MC Sport GranTurismo S Line, but we know that only 12 examples finished in Matt White color "ice" will be built and sold exclusively to customers in the Middle East.

GranTurismo S is supported by a 4.7-liter V8 in place of the unit regular GT's 4.2-liter. Output of 433 horsepower at 7000 rpm with a torque rating of 360 lb-ft at 4750 rpm, repair 28, and 21 respectively.

In S, an MC-Shift replace sophisticated dual-clutch six-speed ZF automatic transmission. The changes at the highest speed for the S 183 mph, up from 177 mph, and reached 62 mph from stop nearly three-tenths of seconds faster, at 4.93.

Because the transaxle configuration, weight distribution over the rear S-bias, at 53 percent, compared with 51 percent of the ordinary car was rear bias.

New high power Brembo brakes increase stopping distance and offers a high resistance to fade. Maserati claims the car can stop from 62 mph in less than 115 meters. This system has a front brake discs made ​​with dual-cast technology, so that pairs up iron and aluminum for a better weight, heat transfer properties, and extorted by a mono-block calipers aluminum 6-piston.

Compared with the standard GranTurismo, S rides on unique 20-inch wheels, up from 19-inch wheels. Other exterior visual differences between the two sides of skirts and unique integrated spoiler. The dimensions of the GranTurismo and S are nearly identical, although S is 2.7 inches wider.

In addition to the above changes, the S features of a conventional suspension set-up, aggressively tuned to reduce roll by 10 percent compared with the GranTurismo pedestrians. Electronically-adjustable Skyhook suspension was found in a weaker car is an option.

Interior Poltrona Frau leather and Alcantara for luxury increased, and include more aggressive seat supported.

Specification:
General
Body StyleCoupe
SizeMidsize
Market SegmentLuxury
Weight4146 lbs

Exterior
Length192.2 in.
Width75.4 in.
Height53.3 in.
Wheelbase115.8 in.
Ground ClearanceTBD
Front TrackTBD
Rear TrackTBD
Weight Distribution47/53
Drag CoefficientTBD

Interior - General
Seats4
Passenger VolumeTBD
Cargo Volume9.2 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (Seats Folded)TBD

Interior - Front Row
VolumeTBD
Leg RoomTBD
Head RoomTBD
Shoulder RoomTBD
Hip RoomTBD

Propulsion
Fuel TypeGas
Engine Type4.7L V8
Power433 hp @ 7600 rpm
Torque361 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Transmission6-Speed Automatic
Highway Fuel Economy18 mpg
City Fuel Economy11 mpg
Forced InductionNone
Direct InjectionNo

Chassis
LayoutRear Wheel Drive
Front SuspensionStrut-Type
Rear SuspensionDouble Wishbone