Maserati GranTurismo MC 2011

Remember the Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale that was introduced last year at the Paris Auto Show? The Italian sportscar maker has brought a ‘softer’ version of the MC to the States that drops the “Stradale” word from its name. That is because the GranTurismo MC has a full automatic gearbox instead of the original Race Shift transmission and two extra seats in the back instead of a roll cage. Even so, the Granturismo MC is the fastest series production model Maserati has ever sold in America.
With a top speed of 298 km/h (185 mph) and a 0-100km/h (62mph) time of 4.9 seconds, the GranTurismo MC is 3 km/h and 0.3 seconds slower than the Euro-spec MC Stradale. The reason is that the full automatic transmission can't match the response of the Race Shift box. Furthermore, the rear seats add weight to the car, although Maserati didn't release any specific numbers. These modifications were made to suit the tastes of U.S. consumers, with the company claiming that the GranTurismo MC is “aimed at a slightly more luxurious market”.
Developed by the Maserati Corse division (hence the MC nameplate), the car is powered by a 4.7-liter V8 engine delivering 450 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 510 Nm (376 lb-ft) of torque at 4,750 rpm (20 Nm of torque more than the GranTurismo S Automatic).
Visually, the GranTurismo MC is identical to its European cousin, sans the colored turn signals and the black mirror caps and door handles. The MC was launched at Maserati's new showroom in the TriBeCa area of New York, with information on pricing and production numbers to be released at a later date.

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2011 New Maserati GranTurismo Technology

Every new Maserati is always styled to be a unique symbol of prestige and the Maserati GranTurismo can be consideringa modern day masterpiece. The Maserati GranTurismo heart is its V8 4.2L engine, which design generates the power and rapidity that are typical of the competition engines. In the specific, the V8 engine has been conceived to give extreme responsiveness to every input on the accelerator. Compact, light and quick to respond, the engine featured in the Maserati GranTurismo can deliver 405 hp at 7,100 rpm and a maximum torque of 339 lb/ft (460 Nm)at 4,750 rpm.

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The 6-speed automatic transmission by ZF provides a smooth, relaxed driving and it is designed to respond with a superior versatility in every situation. For those desiring to push the GranTurismo to its limits, the transmission provides ultra-fast gear changes up to 7,200 rpm. For a more relaxed driving, the transmission has been designed with ratios that reduce fuel consumption as well as interior noise at high speeds, guaranteeing comfort and smooth gear shifts.

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2011 The Maserati GranTurismo S feature four model

The Maserati GranTurismo S feature four model: Auto Normal (for comfortable and smooth drving), Auto Sport (for those enjoying a sportier ride), Auto ICE (for low grip conditions) and Manual. By pressing the "Sport" button" on the dash, the driver opens the valves allowing the exhaust to escape more quickly while the lower back-pressure lets the engine reaching its 433 bhp peak power output. If the Manual mode is selected, the driver will change the gears via the shift paddles located in the steering column.

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The GranTurismo automatic transmission is located in the front, in line with the engine. The auto-adaptive software fitted in the Maserati GranTurismo transmission allows to automatically adjust gear changing to adapt to the different driving styles and road conditions. There are four operating modes: normal, sport, ICE and manual. When driving normally with steady acceleration, the gear changes occur at relatively low revs to achieve the most comfortable drive possible. The Sport mode is selected via the sport button to enhance gear shifts 40% faster than in the normal modeallowing drivers to fully appreciate the exhilarating performance of the GranTurismo. In the sport mode the way the Maserati Stability Control operates as well as the skyhook suspension are changed. The ICE mode is intended to be used when the tire grip is poor and helps providing traction even in the most slippery conditions. The manual mode allows achieving the maximum of the driving pleasure as well as car performance: the gears are directly selected by the driver sequentially, either via the gear shift lever of the paddles on the steering column.
2011 The Maserati GranTurismo S feature four model

In terms of performance Of 2011 Maserati GranTurismo

I am glad Maserati have gone this way, as I feel this has produced some of the nicest cars they have ever had available. And my personal favourite? The Maserati GranTurismo, which combines all the smooth elegant shapes and lines to create what I consider to be one of the best looking cars on the marketing nowadays. I am sure it isn't perfect, but in the constantly evolving world of car manufacturing and design I think they are pretty close to hitting the nail on the head. After all, the GranTurismo is sculpted from its long bonnet through to the slope of its boot, and it really is quite a masterpiece!

2011 Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale Rear View

The vehicle was offered with a 6-speed automatic transmission system using ZF technology. The measured curb weight of this vehicle was about 4145 pounds. The wheelbase of the vehicle was about 115.8 inches. The length of this vehicle is about 192.2 inches, whereas width and height of the vehicle are about 72.7 and 53.2 inches respectively.

In terms of performance, the vehicle reaches up to 60 mph acceleration in just 4.8 seconds. This car is offered with a price of $130,000.

In terms of performance Of 2011 Maserati GranTurismo