Hot on the heels of the GranSport’s success, Maserati introduced the equally sporty GranSport Spyder at the Frankfurt motor show in the fall of 2005. The two-seater roaster also benefited from the developments to the drive-train and suspension. Similar aerodynamic upgrades were also implemented, with new bumpers and side sills as well as the addition of a rear spoiler (finished in carbon fiber on request).
Maserati enthusiasts could now enjoy the full-throated roar of the 400-hp Maserati V8 in the open air, cosseted in the sporty yet refined interior finished in carbon fiber, Poltrona Frau leather and Brightex® racing cloth. Equally exciting in and out of town or on the race track, the GranSport Spyder counted amongst the most powerful convertibles in its market segment.
Compared to the Spyder GT, gear-changing in the GranSport Spyder was even faster and the Cambiocorsa’s six-speed electro-hydraulic transmission was mapped for involving rev-matching when changing down a gear. In ‘Sport’ mode the set-up became firmer, allowing the driver to feel the road to maximum effect. As in the GranSport, the suspension set-up was firmer with a 10 mm reduction in ride height compared to the Spyder GT.
Technical Specifications
| Model | GranSport Spyder |
| Maserati internal code | |
| Production start | 2005 |
| Number Produced | |
| Ignition | Bosch integrated ignition-injection system, electronic drive-by-wire acceleration control. |
| Lubrication | dry sump, pump in single unit with cooling pumps |
| Transmission | 6-speed + reverse, transaxle layout, electro-hydraulic operation and electronic management operated by paddle-shifts; asymmetrical limited-slip differential (25% under acceleration, 45% on lift-off), dry twin-plate clutch diameter 215 mm (8.46 in) with flexible couplings and hydraulic control, rear wheel drive |
| Reduction | 1:3.73 |
| Gear ratios | I=3.286; II=2.158; III=1.609; IV=1.269; V=1.034; VI=0.816; R=2.733 |
| Chassis | stress-bearing steel monocoque with both the external panels and box-section superstructure galvanized-coated on both sides; chassis made from high resistance galvanized steel with a rear tubular sub-chassis to support the suspension and gearbox, and a front tubular sub-chassis to support the suspension and engine |
| Front suspension | Double wishbones with arms and hubs in forged aluminum; progressive rate steel dampers or optional continuously variable aluminum 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 aluminum, additional radius arm to control toe-in; progressive rate steel dampers or optional continuously variable aluminum gas dampers with adaptive damping and acceleration sensors on each wheel (Skyhooksystem), co-axial coils and springs |
| Brakes | Brembo braking system, Ferodo HP1000 brake pads, Bosch 5.7 four-channel ABS, Electronically controlled braking corrector (EBD) |
| Brakes front | 330 mm x 32 mm titanium-color light alloy four-piston different-diameter calipers and large cross-drilled ventilated discs |
| Brakes rear | 310 mm x 28 mm titanium-color light alloy four-piston different-diameter calipers and large cross-drilled ventilated discs |
| Steering | servo-assisted rack and pinion |
| Cooling system | water cooled |
| Length | 169.4 inches (4,303 mm) |
| Width | 71.7 inches (1,822 mm) |
| Height | 51.4 inches (1,305 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 96.1 inches (2,440 mm) |
| Front track | 60.0 inches (1,525 mm) |
| Rear track | 60.6 inches (1,538 mm) |
| Dry weight | 3,594 lbs (1,630 kg) |
| Curb weight | 3,814 lbs (1,730 kg) |
| Tires | special Pirelli tires with low slip angle characteristics |
| Tires front | 235/35 ZR 19 (8J) |
| Tires rear | 265/30 ZR 19 (9.5J) |
| Wheels | 19” Trofeo-design alloy wheels; front 8J x 19, rear 9.5J x 19 |
| Top speed | 177 mph (285 km/h) |
| Bodywork | two-door, two-seater convertible |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 Imp. gal. / 23.2 US gal. (88 liters) |
| 0-62 mph | 0 to 100 km/h in 4.95 sec. |
| Standing kilometer | 0 to 1000 m. in 23.4 sec. |
| Years of activity | 2005-2007 |
| Engine | 90° V8, crankcase refined forged steel, balanced individually on five main bearingsand cylinder heads in hardened aluminum silicon alloy; crankshaft in |
| Bore and stroke | 92×79.8 mm |
| Total displacement | 4,244 cc |
| Displacements (unitary) | 530.5 cc |
| Compression ratio | 11:1 |
| Maximum power | 400 hp (295 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 46 kgm (452Nm) at 4,500 rpm |
| Timing gear | chain-driven twin ocylinder with hydraulic tap verhead camshafts per cylinder bank command; four valves per cylinder with hydraulic tap |
| Fuel feed | Bosch ME 7.3.2 injection with electronic control, electronic drive-by-wire throttle control |
| Engine weight | 405.7 lbs (184 kg) |