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Maserati GranTurismo MC GT4

GT4 (2025)Maserati
430 hp
Horsepower
1400 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2016
Year

Maserati GranTurismo MC GT4 (GT4)

The Maserati GranTurismo MC GT4 is the customer-racing GT4 version of Maserati’s grand tourer, developed by Maserati Corse for sprint and endurance competition. Based on the long-hood, front-engine GranTurismo platform, it mixes Italian style with a naturally aspirated V8 soundtrack and a setup focused on balance, durability, and drivability.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 4.7L naturally aspirated Ferrari/Maserati F136 V8, front-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~430 hp (BoP-dependent)

  • Redline: ~7,500 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential

  • Weight: ~1,400 kg minimum

  • Dimensions: ~4,880 mm long × 1,915 mm wide × 1,350 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,942 mm

  • Tires: GT4-spec slicks on racing wheels

  • Brakes: Steel discs with racing calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Maserati GranTurismo MC GT4 feels like a proper front-engine grand touring racer: stable on the brakes, predictable at turn-in, and very willing to forgive small mistakes. Compared with more aggressive mid-engine GT4 cars, it tends to offer a calmer weight transfer and a more planted rear end, which makes it especially approachable in longer stints and wheel-to-wheel racing.

Engine & Sound: The big naturally aspirated V8 is the star of the show, with a deep, metallic howl that hardens into a classic Italian race-car scream as it climbs toward redline. Throttle response is crisp and linear, and the car delivers power in a smooth, usable way rather than with a sudden punch. That makes it easy to modulate on corner exit, especially when the rear tires start to wear.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Secure and progressive, with mild understeer if you enter too hot. It rewards tidy lines and patience on rotation.

  • Traction: Strong rear grip and predictable exits, though you can still overwhelm the tires if you get greedy with throttle.

  • Braking: Good confidence under braking, with a stable platform and easy modulation.

  • Top Speed: Respectable, though not usually class-leading; it relies more on consistency and corner exit than raw straight-line pace.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and let the chassis do the work. It shines on technical circuits where mechanical grip, consistency, and clean exits matter more than aggressive rotation. If you keep inputs tidy, it can be a very effective and enjoyable GT4 over a stint.

Livery & Aesthetics: The GranTurismo MC GT4 has all the drama you’d expect from a Maserati: long hood, muscular fenders, and a low, purposeful stance. In sim, it looks especially good in traditional Maserati blues, whites, and tricolore-inspired schemes, with the shark-like nose and elegant body lines giving it a distinctly exotic presence on track.

Whether you're learning GT racing fundamentals or settling in for a long battle, the Maserati GranTurismo MC GT4 offers a rewarding blend of character, stability, and that unforgettable V8 soundtrack.