Maserati 5000 GT - Specifications

Specifications

Specifications for the first 5000 GT were:

• Maserati 450S-derived V8 cylinder, four-OHC, 4937.8 cc,
• Lucas mechanical injection or four 45 DCOE Weber carburetor (325 bhp at 5500 rpm),
• mechanical Magneti-Marelli ignition, dual spark plugs and dual fuel pump
• 4-speed ZF (later 5-speed)
• Front discs, rear drums (later all-discs)

In 1960 the engine got some modifications: received a displacement of 4940cc with a bigger stroke and a smaller bore and were fuel injected; in the new configuration engine developed 340 bhp. After the first body by Touring, the main body partner since 1960 became Carrozzeria Allemano which did 21 of the cars. Other builders were Pietro Frua (2), Carrozzeria Monterosa (2), Pininfarina (1), Ghia (1), Michelotti (1) and Carrozzeria Touring (2 more).