The 2.24v was the logical development of the V6 engine incorporating twin overhead camshafts and 4-valve heads. <\/span><\/p>\n A long toothed belt drove the exhaust cams, with short secondary chains driving the inlet cams. The engine, known internally as the V6-4AC-24, was launched at the Turin Motor Show in April 1988, while the car followed in December at Maserati’s press meeting traditionally organised by Alejandro De Tomaso in Modena.<\/span><\/p>\n Compared to the standard Biturbos, the 2.24v featured restyled front and rear aprons, extended sills, a large tail spoiler and a two-tone paint scheme, along the lines of the Biturbo S.<\/p>\n The car later came with an optional active damping system by Koni, and was subject to a restyling in 1991 with a new nose and headlights recalling the Shamal<\/p>\n See Also: All Maserati 222 Models<\/a> | All Maserati Cars<\/a><\/p>\nMaserati 2.24v Videos<\/h3>\n