The new Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, will make its worldwide debut early next month at the Geneva Motor Show. The new coupe is powered by a 4.2 liter V8 engine, delivering 405 HP, and a weight distribution of 49% at the front and 51% at the rear.

Described as a "muscular and sporty car that can be enjoyed every day," the GranTurismo is fitted with an automatic gearbox and equipped with an adaptive control system which adjusts the gear-shifting mode to the driving style and the driving conditions. It is designed with "particular attention to comfort" and enough room for four people.

Maserati's tradition of the Gran Turismo concept dates back to 1947 when the Trident Company, following its clients' demand, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show its first Gran Turismo, the A6, designed by the great Pinin Farina. It was the first Maserati road car and was produced in 58 units.

Pricing and production numbers for the new model are not yet known. Originally expected to debut as a concept, the GranTurismo appears ready for production. It will likely be priced against the BMW M6.

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Jason Castriota is an Italian automobile designer born in Brooklyn, New York. He currently holds the title of Design Team Leader at design studio, Pininfarina. He is responsible for such designs as the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Maserati GranTurismo, the Maserati Birdcage 75th, as well as the Ferrari 612 Kappa. His most recent work is a restyled Enzo Ferrari for American car collector James Glickenhaus, the "Ferrari P4/5 by Pininfarina".