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Maserti
In 2002, Maserati launched
the Coupe and Spyder, bStates.
Both models have a normally aspirated 4.2
L engine producing 390 bhp (291 kW). The top
speed is 177 mph (285 km/h), while 0-60 time
is 4.9 seconds. The V8 engine is shared between
Maserati and Ferrari. The
Spyder was first revealed to the public at
the 2001 Frankfurt Auto Show. It made its
United States debut at the Detroit Motor Show
in January 2002. Upon its release, the Maserati
Spyder became the first Maserati sold in the
United States since 1990; the Coupe was released
shortly thereafter. They are also the first
Maseratis to feature a normally aspirated
V8. Maserati had been producing twin turbo
engines for 20 years prior to the release
of the 2002 Coupe and Spyder.
The two sportscars are
available in two transmissions: GT, which
is a traditional manual, or Cambiocorsa, in
which upshift and downshift paddles are mounted
on the steering wheel; this is intended to
simulate Formula One driving. The
Coupe and Spyder are designed by Giorgetto
Giugiaro of ItalDesign. The Spyder's 96.1-in.
wheelbase is 8.6 inches shorter than that
of the coupe. The Spyder seats two and the
Coupe seats four.
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