If the Teutonic engineering approach of the Germans fails to raise your pulse, take a look at the Maserati GranTurismo. This well-named four-seat grand tourer checks all the boxes of Italian seduction, from its fine leather to the majestic 4.7 litre Ferrari V8 that roars beneath the hood. The sole transmission is a 6-speed automatic sourced from ZF and equipped with the MC Auto Shift software for speedy shifts. The GranTurismo is available as a hardtop coupe, or a soft-top convertible.