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Biturbo 222 / SR / 4V

 
 

 
 

   
 

   
 

   
 

Despite looking similar to the Biturbo, this coupe was the basis for a new range with a softer look and more rounded corners.  The 222 was launched on foreign markets with a 2.8 litre engine and the designation 222E.  In 1990 it became the 222SE, with the aesthetic improvements of the 2.24V.  From 1991, the car was given a face-lift and revised.  The principal changes were the adoption of a 4 OHV engine and a revision to the rear suspension, which were accompanied by changes to the interior and accessories in line with the changes being applied to other models across the range at that time.
   

Specifications:
 

Production Period:

 1988 - 1994
 

Designed By:

 Maserati
 

Body Built By:

 -
 

Number Built:

 -
 

Dry Weight:

 1210 kg
 

Top Speed:

 225 kph
 

Engine Type:

 Front, V6 with 90° "V"
 

Bore and Stroke:

 82x63 mm  - 222
94x67 mm  - 222E/SE
 

Displacement:

 1996 cc  - 222
2790 cc  - 222E/SE
 

Compression:

 7.8:1
 

Engine Output:

 220 bhp @ 6250 rpm
225 bhp @ 5500 rpm
 

Valves & Actuation:

 3 valves per cylinder with one overhead camshaft
 

Carburettion:

 Supercharged engine with 2 IHI turbocompressors and Weber Multi Point electronic injection
 

Ignition:

 Single electronic
 

Lubrication:

 Forced with delivery pump
 

Drive:

 Rear wheel drive
 

Clutch:

 Dry single plate
 

Gearbox:

 ZF 5-speed plus reverse
 

Frame:

 Integral body
 

Suspension - Front:

 Independent wheels, McPherson type, anti-roll bar, coil springs, double-action telescopic shock absorbers
 

Suspension - Rear:

 Independent wheels, coil springs, double-action telescopic shock absorbers
 

Brakes:

 Disc brakes - self vented front discs - hydraulically operated with booster
 

Wheelbase:

 2514 mm
 

Front & Rear Track:

 1442 mm front; 1450 mm rear
 

Wheels:

 -
 

Tyres:

205/60 VR14 all round