Maserati GT2 Stradale Receives A World Premiere At Monterey Car Week 2024
Maserati unveiled its new super sports car, Maserati GT2 Stradale at the world premiere 2024 Monterey Car Week in California. It is a result of partnership between the Maserati GT2 and Maserati MC20. The Maserati GT2 Stradale combines in-depth technology transfer, typical of a racing car, combined with the qualities of the MC20.
The Maserati GT2 Stradale comes with a top speed of over 320 km/h, maximum output increased to 640 hp (10 hp more than the MC20), a weight decreased by 60 kg and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds. It has a V6 Nettuno engine which maintains the 90° V-shaped 6-cylinder twin-turbo layout, with 3.0 litres of displacement and dry sump.
The sports car provides a wide range of options such as, opportunities for customisation with packages, and the specific configurations as per availability in markets.
The prominent aero kit — primarily made up of a new front diffuser and the GT2’s large rear wing — has enhanced high speed cornering, with 500kg of aerodynamic downforce produced at 280kph, compared to the MC20’s 145kg at the same speed. In addition, the Stradale uses the same more sophisticated suspension set-up and the steering-rack tune as the GT2. It is equipped it with the same braking set-up, including ventilated discs, callipers and pads and a slightly track-biased anti-lock system.
The Maserati GT2 Stradale uses the same lightweight carbon fibre chassis as the GT2 track car and MC20 models for exceptional handling and rigidity and new design adapting to requirements in terms of cooling and aerodynamics. The front ‘mouth’ has been broadened, ensuring greater air flow with an adaptation for the specific aerodynamic requirements of load balancing and to expel hot air. There are three air vents in the bonnet, another three in the front wheel arches, three more near the rear window, and nine-spoke wheel rims.
The car features new carbon fibre double shell seats with foam ends upholstered in Blu Elettrico Alcantara, designed in collaboration with Sabelt. They allow for a lower driving position to enhance the car’s racing feel. The seats come in two sizes: large (standard) and small (optional, for a tighter fit). Both seats have manual adjustments for forward and backward movement, and the driver’s seat height can be adjusted electronically for optimal comfort. The steering wheel is covered in Alcantara with carbon fibre accents and features contrasting blue stitching that matches the ignition button, interior stitching, and door handles along with the paddle shifters which are set into the steering column.
