Maserati Granturismo S Automatic
The Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic combines performance
, uncompromising driving pleasure and superb elegance and beauty. The GranTurismo S is powered by a 8-cylinder V90 engine that develops 433 hp at 7,000 rpm producing a maximum torque of 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The six speed automatic transmission delivers driving comfort and together with the increased torque brings the car true GT spirit.The new Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic boasts two new pieces of hardware: a 433 bhp 4.7 liter engine for exceptional performance and a six speed automatic transmission for the maximum in driving comfort.The effects of the self-adapting automatic transmission can be experienced particularly at low to medium revs, but it grants immediate power delivery higher up the rev range, with a top 7,200 rpm redline, a rate that no other automatic transmission in the class can equalize. The MC-Shift for the gearbox is the biggest innovation on the Maserati GranTurismo S sequential robotic gearbox. Its management software along with hardware components deliver super-fast gear change times.
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.
The GranTurismo S reacts superbly thanks to its unique 49% front and 51% rear weight distribution, giving the driver an incomparable sense of balance and response. The Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic delivers a precise handling thanks to its front and rear wishbone suspension.
With the six piston calipers on the front clasping exceptional dual-cast discs, the Brembo brakes mounted in the GranTurismo S Automatic allow to lower weight and, at the same time, to deliver steady performance even at high working temperatures. The Skyhook system is standard in the Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic. The Skyhook damping systemfeatured onboard adjusts automatically according to the road conditions and integrates with Maserati Stability Program safety system as well as with the car automatic transmission. This allows the GranTurismo S to easily adapt to the characteristics of each driver. The GranTurismo S Automatics systems combined together offer comfort when desired and a deep well of performance to draw upon at the drivers request when needed.
by: R Passione