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The introduction of the Royale in 1986 signalled the finish of the earlier version of the Quattroporte III.  The Royale version was offered only with a 3 speed automatic transmission and utilised a higher compression ratio to produce more power, but mechanically was otherwise unchanged.
   

Specifications:
 

Production Period:

 1986 - 1990
 

Designed By:

 Giorgetto Giugiaro
 

Body Built By:

 Ital Design
 

Number Built:

 52
 

Dry Weight:

 1938 kg
 

Top Speed:

 230 kph
 

Engine Type:

 Front, eight cylinders arranged in 90º "V"
 

Bore and Stroke:

 93.9 x 89 mm
 

Displacement:

 4930.6 cc
 

Compression:

 9.5:1
 

Engine Output:

 300 bhp @ 5600 rpm
 

Valves & Actuation:

 Two OHV per cylinder with dual overhead camshafts per bank
 

Carburettion:

 Free induction with 4 Weber 42DCNF carburettors
 

Ignition:

 Single electronic
 

Lubrication:

 Forced with pressure pump
 

Drive:

 Rear wheel drive
 

Clutch:

 Dry single disc
 

Gearbox:

 3-speed automatic
 

Frame:

 Unit construction with body
 

Suspension - Front:

 Independent wheels, transverse arm, coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers
 

Suspension - Rear:

 Independent wheels, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic shock absorbers
 

Brakes:

 Hydraulically operated power assisted four wheel disc brakes
 

Wheelbase:

 2800 mm
 

Front & Rear Track:

 1520 mm front; 1520 mm rear
 

Wheels:

 Light alloy disc 7.5x15
 

Tyres:

225/70 VRx15