Ferrari Maserati GranSport
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| Design | Technology | Interior |
| Technical specifications | ||
| Model | 2007 GranSport Spyder | |
| Production start | 2006 | |
| Ignition | Bosch integrated ignition-injection system, electronic drive-by-wire acceleration control. | |
| Transmission | Transaxle architecture with longitudinal Maserati gearbox rigidly connected to the engine. Mechanical six-speed Cambiocorsa transmission with electro-hydraulic operation and electronic management operated by paddles behind the steering wheel, triple cone synchronisers 1st and 2nd, and double cone on 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th. Asymmetrical limited-slip differential (25% under acceleration, 45% on lift-off), hypoid bevel gear pair, final drive 3.73 (11/41). Dry twin-plate clutch, diameter 215 mm (8.46 in) with flexible couplings and hydraulic control. |
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| Chassis | Constructed in high resistance sheeting and with an integrated tubular frame in the rear that supports the suspension and gearbox. The front end bears the weight of the suspension and engine. | |
| Front suspension | Double wishbones with arms and hubs in forged aluminium; progressive rate steel dampers or optional continuously variable aluminium gas dampers with adaptive damping and acceleration sensors on each wheel (Skyhook system), co-axial coils and springs. | |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbones with arms and hubs in forged aluminium, additional radius arm to control toe-in; progressive rate steel dampers or optional continuously variable aluminium gas dampers with adaptive damping and acceleration sensors on each wheel (Skyhook system), co-axial coils and springs. | |
| Brakes | Brembo braking system with four cross-drilled ventilating discs. Front 330 mm x 32 mm, rear 310 mm x 28 mm; alloy four-pot callipers with differentiated diameter: front 46- 38 mm with ceramic insulating seals; rear 34-30 mm. Brake pads: Ferodo HP1000 Bosch 5.7 four-channel anti-lock braking system. Electronically controlled braking corrector (EBD) | |
| Length | 4303 mm | |
| Width | 1822 mm | |
| Height | 1305 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2440 mm | |
| Front track | 1525 mm | |
| Rear track | 1538 mm | |
| Dry weight | 1630 kg | |
| Kerb weight | 1730 kg | |
| Front tyres | 235/35 ZR19, 8J x 19 | |
| Rear tyres | 265/30 ZR19, 9,5J x 19 | |
| Tyres | Pirelli | |
| Wheels | 19” wheel rims in light alloy and with a Trofeo design | |
| Top speed | 285 km/h (at 7550 rpm) | |
| Bodywork | A load-bearing steel body with the panels and the internal frames crafted from galvanized sheets on two sides, two door spider, two seater, longitudinally mounted front engine, rear wheel drive. | |
| Fuel tank | 88l | |
| 0-60 mph | 4,95 s | |
| Engine | 90° V8, crankcase and cylinder heads in hardened aluminium silicon alloy. Crankshaft in refined forged steel, balanced individually on five main bearings. | |
| Bore and stroke | 92x79.8 mm | |
| Total displacement | 4244 cc | |
| Compression ratio | 11:1 | |
| Maximum power | 295 kW (400 CV) at 7000 rpm | |
| Maximum torque | 451 Nm (46 kgm) at 4500 rpm | |
| Timing gear | Chain-driven twin overhead camshafts per cylinder bank command; four valves per cylinder with hydraulic tappets. | |
The sophisticated styling by Italdesign-Giugiaro, combined with the exhilarating Maserati V8 and the Transaxle system for optimum weight distribution, guarantees unique enjoyment anywhere: in or out of town, just as much as on the race track.
On urban roads, mixed stretches or on the track, nothing can be compared to the emotion of sampling the 400 hp Maserati V8 engine. Inside, the driver and passenger are enveloped in carbon fibre, Poltrona Frau leather and Brightex® material.
The aggressive styling, emphasised by distinctive elements such as the side skirts, the new front and rear spoilers and the exclusively designed interior render the GranSport Spyder the ideal droptop for lovers of open air driving.
Marking a new chapter in the Trident's history, the vehicle was created to satisfy those looking for unforgettable thrills and real sports performance.
The sporty look of the new Maserati GranSport Spyder is emphasised by the front bumper that features a pronounced lower splitter.
The car’s side bars are elegantly integrated in the body and are another echo of energetic design. These modifications translate into superior performance and deliver obvious handling benefits for the driver.
Completing the Maserati GranSport Spyder’s racy look are the 19" wheel rims. Their Trident design is inspired by those fitted to the cars which compete in the single-make Maserati Trofeo series. The 235/35 ZR19 front and 265/30 ZR19 lowered rear tyres make the driving experience even more thrilling.
Maserati’s traditional elegance is reflected in the chrome finish of the grille mesh that covers the air outlets housed in the rear bumper.
The Maserati GranSport Spyder features an evolution of the GranSport’s 4244 cm3 V8 engine, a power unit that generates 400 bhp and 452 Nm of maximum torque.
A specially designed sports exhaust system has been fitted to the engine (only available in markets in which it has been homologated) and true Trident fans will appreciate the deep, rich rumble it produces.The GranSport Spyder is equipped with an electro-hydraulically actuated, six-speed "Cambiocorsa" transmission. This allows for different types of gear change and is managed by software that, in Sport mode, brings swifter shifts (35% faster than the Spyder Cambiocorsa). The handling is even more dynamic and makes the most of the lowered suspension set up and Skyhook electronic control. This system is fitted as standard on this model and enables the car to instantly and continuously adjust the calibration of the shock absorbers to suit the chosen gear and the road surface.
Thanks to this technology package, the performance of the GranSport Spyder is an improvement over that of the Spyder. The vehicle’s top speed is 285km/h and it is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 4.95 seconds.
The interior, an eye-catching blend of carbon fibre, leather and high-tech fabric, is inspired by the GranSport. It gives the cabin an elegant and yet sporty feel.
The upper part of the console is finished in leather and the centre section, framed by piping, is covered in BrighTex®, a special technical material found on the sportiest of vehicles such as the MC12. The same finish is used for the centre section of the streamlined sports seats. These hug the driver’s body, can be adjusted electronically and provide maximum comfort levels when driving sportily.
