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"Modena, Italy \u2014 Driving out of the factory and onto the viale Ciro Menotti, I could tell immediately that the S version of the GranTurismo is a significant step up from the GranTurismo and way above the original Maserati Coupe/GranSport models that got the GT ball rolling again for this marque. As a matter of fact, I took a great liking to the S within a few blocks of driving. More horsepower and torque, quicker, smoother shifting and better balance and braking will do it every time.   The is recognizable right off, thanks to its enhanced rocker panels and the spoiler integrated into the trunklid, plus the two oval-shape surrounds that frame the exhaust pipes. The black grille adds a look of seriousness to the S, and the Maserati trident emblems in the grille and on the C-pillar have a touch of red to them to match the color of the brake calipers.   Speaking of the brakes, they are quite visible through the new-design 20-in. wheels that have trident-style spokes. The brakes are developed with Brembo and for the front use dual-cast technology, with cast iron for the braking surface and aluminum for the hub. The 6-piston calipers are mono-bloc and feature differentiated diameters. We were not able to do any measured track testing during our driving experience with the S, but the braking feel was impressive in every condition, from city streets to high-speed runs on the autostrade.   The GranTurismo S also boasts new springs and shocks with a 10-percent increase in damping force, and the diameter of the rear anti-roll bar is increased. Maserati says these enhancements have reduced body roll by 10 percent compared with the non-S GranTurismo, and the car certainly responds with agility and quickness in all driving conditions.   Much of the excitement about the S stems from the new and more powerful engine: a 4.7-liter V-8 that develops 433 bhp SAE at 7000 rpm and 361 lb.-ft. of torque at 4700. This compares quite favorably with the base model&amp;#039;s 4.2-liter V-8 that puts out 405 bhp and 339 lb.-ft. In keeping with the Maserati theme that the S is closely related to competition cars, the new engines are fitted with beautiful crackle-red cylinder heads that make opening the hood a pleasure. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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