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Today Maserati announced that they will be returning to closed wheel racing with the MC20 GT2 in the Fanatec GT2 European Series Championship.
The MC20 GT2 is based on the road version and it inherits a couple things from that car. The best in class, innovative Nettuno engine with new Maserati Twin Combustion, MTC, technology, double wishbone suspension with semi virtual steering axis and carbon fiber monocoque.
The rest of the MC20 GT2 specifications are as follows;
Engine:
Maserati Nettuno
V6 90° twin turbo
3,000 cc
Power output to be determined in BoP, 630 horsepower base engine under development
MTC Twin Spark with TJI double combustion control
Dry sump
Drive Train/Transmission:
2WD 6 speed sequential racing gearbox with paddle shifters
Racing clutch and limited slip self locking mechanical differential
Bodywork:
MC20 GT2 racing kit bodywork
High performance aerodynamics
Multi adjustable rear wing
High downforce
LED headlamps
FIA approved rain light
Lexan front and side windows
Chassis:
Ultra light carbon fiber central monocoque
FIA homologated safety roll cage
3/4 on board air jacks
Brakes:
Racing calipers and ventilated racing brakes
Bespoke brake cooling
Rims:
Bespoke forged 18″ aluminum rims
Center lock system fittings
Slick tires
Suspension:
Double wishbone with semi virtual steering axis
Adjustable racing dampers
Adjustable front and rear anti roll bars
Interiors:
Adjustable racing pedal box
Adjustable steering column
6 point racing safety belt
Multi functional carbon fiber steering wheel
Rear view camera display (optional)
Dash and dats acquisition system
Driving performance optimization display (optional)
Air conditioning
Tire pressure monitoring system (optional)
Adjustable racing ABS and traction control
Maserati’s return to GT competition represents the ideal link between their new era and the victories achieved by the frequently successful MC12 in FIA GT Championships from 2004 to 2010.
Davide Grasso, Maserati CEO, had this to say about the return, “We are driven by our passion, both on the road and on the track. We have a long history of world excellence in motorsport and we are extremely proud to race with the extraordinary MC20. Racing has always been Maserati’s natural habitat and now, both in the Fanatec GT2 European Series Championship and in the Formula E Championship, this brand is making a new start from its roots to build the future.”
To highlight the link between the MC12 and the MC20, at the 24 Hours of Spa, which was won three times by the MC12 in 2005, 2006 and 2008, Maserati will be ushering in the new Maserati Corse era with an experience dedicated to the milestones in its sporting history.
“Maserati Corse is bringing the link between Formula E factory program and our road cars with the MC20 GT2,” Jean-Marc Finot, Senior Vice President, Stellantis Motorsport said. “This new step is completing the legacy and the legitimacy of Maserati in Motorsport. The MC20 is a fantastic road legal car. We are happy that our passionate customer will enjoy racing with it.”
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