2010 Aston Martin Rapide

Aston Martin Rapide, one of the most anticipated cars in 2009, was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show 63rd. The elegant Aston Martin Rapide, functional and luxurious, offering space for up to four adults, combined with an engaging driving experience synonymous with all Aston Martin.

As the first production four-door sports brand, Aston Martin Rapide embodies the core values ​​of power, beauty and soul of four doors 'swan wing' to provide access to padded sports seats, front and rear, offering passengers with plenty of accommodation. 301 liters of luggage compartment offers plenty of room for all four passengers whether they are sports bags, or actually a set of skis, an Aston Martin, which can be enjoyed at any occasion, anytime, anywhere.

The environment in the back Aston Martin Rapide has been cleverly packaged to create a space where passengers feel part of the driving experience with a clear view to the front and sides. Comfort and support is provided as two individual seats trimmed by hand and the level of staff against a heating and air conditioning. Practical help for everyday use, the trunk has a movable partition to allow access to the cabin, while the rear seats fold at the touch of a button to create a flat cargo area increased from 301 liters luggage 750 liters.

At the heart of every Aston Martin is the evocative engine delivers power and torque evenly: Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with an engine hand-built 6.0-liter V12, 470 hp (477 hp / 350 kW) peak power delivered to 6000 rpm and 600 Nm (443 lbft) Most of torque at 5000 rpm. Just tuned six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic transmission as standard, allowing the driver to change gear automatically or manually via steering column-mounted magnesium paddles.

2010 Aston Martin One-77

Aston Martin One-77 display technology made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show March 3, 2009. Chassis # 1 was exposed as a set throughout the show detailing the epitome of Aston Martin's engineering and design.

The Aston Martin One-77 sports car is ultimately the one that embodies everything that Aston Martin technology, craft, aluminum panels hand-rolled to the attention to detail. The highlight of each year marks the know-how, the Aston Martin One-77 offers an effortless beauty guaranteed to stir the senses with the potential to eclipse any previous performance Aston Martin.

With the phase of the performance and durability of the Aston Martin One-77 intensive development program early to start, giving the 79th Geneva Auto Salon is the ideal stage on which to reveal the remarkable technique, advanced technology and exotic materials that are below the Aston Martin One-77 external extraordinary.

Aston Martin CEO Ulrich Bez to reveal Aston Martin One-77 secrets be a proud moment: "From the beginning of the project vision of Aston Martin One-77 was very simple: it combines high-tech hand-built craftsmanship, and to demonstrate the unique skills and passion for our designers, engineers and technical partners.

"Simply, it was the ultimate expression of Aston Martin. As you can see now, we have achieved this goal, a magnificent style."

2010 Aston Martin DBS Volante

Aston Martin DBS Volante made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2009. Aston Martin DBS To complete the line-up, the new steering wheel is possible for clients based on a combination of DBS has already established a benchmark for sports car features all the excitement out automotive.

The character expansion of DBS, Aston Martin DBS Volante will appeal to drivers who want to combine the thrill of driving a sports car in tune with the exhilarating feeling of being open to the elements. This juxtaposition of unparalleled performance and awakens the senses open to any player when he was promoted in the exciting road trip or cruise on long trips. "Volante", which means "moving with a speed of light," perfectly defines the potential performance and dynamic characteristics of the Aston Martin DBS Volante.

With a motorized retractable soft top, the DBS is preserved as beautiful profile up or down. When the roof is closed, providing a warm and comfortable when it's open, it disappears completely behind the new canvas cover at the touch of a button.

Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez, said: "Aston Martin DBS Volante offers more relaxed driving experience with the top up or down, which perfectly combines the excellence in design engineering ..

"Aston Martin DBS Volante offers a good combination of power and performance Add to this, crafts -.. It is an unparalleled ownership and driving experience"

2011 Aston Martin V12 Zagato Concept

Aston Martin introduces the stunning new Aston Martin V12 Zagato concept of endurance racing on the shores of Lake Como in Italy in the 2011 Villa d'Este Concours.

To boost cooperation that has produced some of the most beautiful and desirable car in the world, the partnership will take inspiration from the past, to create a descendant of modern classics, such as DB4GT Zagaton, the V8 Vantage and the DB7 Vantage Zagaton Zagaton based on the interpretation of Aston Martin of the peak: the V12 Vantage.

Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin said: "The language of Zagato design is a perfect complement to our design and engineering experience of 50 years these two companies are associated with the other company has produced some of the vehicles world's most iconic ..

"Of course, fifty years ago, the Italian design houses were widely seen as paving the way with new designs, but now with the support of our independence, Aston Martin has its own design capacity of the house so this is a Zagato new business with more collaborative than it might have been in the past.

Aston martin db9

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You think this looks suspiciously like pre facelifted similar.to Aston DB9. And you're right. But we ask is that this terrible problem? Of course not. Although this car was sold for seven years, it still attracts crowds like few others.

 If you are a maniac for detail, have you noticed that Aston has installed a new bumper and side panels, tweaked grille gives it a glossy surface and lower grille redesigned intake. But the easiest way to locate the latest version is by looking at the lights - they now have clear lenses DBS. Exactly what will the owners of DBS remains to be seen with the DB9 cheaper and older now looks even more like their cars chic and expensive.

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The suspension is also modified. Until now it has been selected the DB9 was not the easiest process. If you wanted the version of the Grand Tourer, it was a standard suspension;

 Hard driver chose the Sport package. And since January, the cake-and-eat-it is the customer can opt for £ 2,495 package with selective damping system, giving them the best of both worlds.

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Now, however, the adaptive damping is standard and specification there is only one available, so that people undecided, should be much happier. There is a button on the dashboard of the center where you can press the following if you want a stiffer suspension and more comfortable, and the transformation is instantaneous. In normal mode, GT is always a relaxed - no engine noise enough to make the experience feel special and the suspension is quite soft.

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Press to normal, though, and it still feels loose from behind, just like the previous DB9S did. It 'a moment confused, because the movement is ... is not fun, so oversteery. You can press the button on the damper, and all of its business to improve your back and tighten the car down rebellious' all, but then the ride becomes too harsh. Very disappointed, as the DB9 is still run as good as it sounds. It is not a middle way, unlike his older brother, Rapide. The four-door receives the same adaptive dampers, but with a different Spring Forces

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Aston martin v12 vantage

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Aston Martin V12 Vantage, 95 years, the brand's most powerful production sports car in history, made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2009. Based on the tremendous success of Aston Martin V8 Vantage, the V12 Vantage is equipped with a 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 510 hp (380 kW / 517 hp) and 570 Nm (420 lb.-ft.) of torque with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km / h) and 0-62 km / h (000 to 100 kp / h) time by 4.2 seconds.The latest incarnation of the family Vantage is designed to provide a unique character, appealing to different tastes, and the complement of drivers of other models of the current Aston Martin line-up.

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The original concept, Aston Martin V12 Vantage was introduced to the guests at the opening of Aston Martin Design Studio in December 2007. Continuing Brand impressive record, the concepts can be through the production of Aston Martin's engineers have made Aston Martin V12 Vantage market an incredible 12 months.

Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez, said: "This is the ultimate interpretation of the effectiveness Vantage range, the combination of our most flexible with our most powerful engine is the final driver package, which offers spectacular performance to ensure a dynamic and exciting. the driving experience in everyday use.

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Appealing to the eye, Aston Martin V12 Vantage express their yield potential because of its strong position created by the improved aerodynamic aids and the extension of the auto optical cooling, while maintaining sub-traditional Aston Martin design. Equally attractive in pampering, allows the driver to extract the maximum performance capability of the car while enjoying the use levels of the Aston Martin for comfort on long trips. High levels of power and torque is available at all engine speeds making the Aston Martin Vantage V12 responsiveness and handling in all driving conditions.

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The V12 Vantage will be built at Aston Martin's global headquarters at Gaydon, Warwickshire join the DBS, DB9 and V8 Vantage lines that are built in the state of the art manufacturing facilities combine the production process hi-tech with traditional hand craftsmanship. Production will be limited to 1000 examples for the life of the car, which makes the Aston Martin V12 Vantage a truly exclusive car driver.

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V12 power plant has been cleverly packaged in a compact form of Vantage maintaining its perfect proportions. Although the external dimensions of the V8 Vantage will remain unchanged, the front interior of the structure is extensively revised suspension towers now house the larger engine, brakes, cooling system, and the twin air intake system.

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The engine was designed for the Aston Martin's headquarters at Gaydon, Warwickshire, and is hand-built facility dedicated Motor Company in Cologne, Germany. To achieve power, the engine has a number of improvements over the standard 6.0-liter V12 found in a DB9. These include the "by-pass' engine air intake port opens 5500 rpm, a revised air intake system and re-profiled air inlet ports to improve the flow of air into the combustion chamber to improve performance.

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The naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V12 producing hand-made 510 hp (380 kW / 517 hp) at 6500 rpm and 570 Nm (420 lb.-ft.) of torque gives the driver access to a high degree of power and of torque at all speeds. Unique to the Aston Martin V12 Vantage is a "sport" button that allows the driver to choose between two modes of transmission.

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■ 2011 Aston Martin Rapide

Aston Martin's highly anticipated model -- the "Rapide" -- is finally born . The Rapide will range from $199,950 in the United States, and will become the British luxury sportscar maker's only four-door model. 

It goes without saying the car will compete with vehicles like the Porsche Panamera. But the Aston will likely be one of the most expensive and exclusive luxury sports sedans on the market, with standard features that include a Bang & Olufsen Beosound audio system, heated memory seats and Aston Martin's Adaptive Damping Sytem.

The Rapide features a hand-built 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 470 horsepower with peak power being delivered at 6,000 rpm and 443 pound-feet of peak torque at 5,000 rpm. A specifically tuned six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic transmission allows the driver to change gears automatically or manually via the steering column-mounted magnesium paddles.

As one can see, the production version is very similar to the concept car, but does swap out quad-air intakes for upper and lower grilles. The rear of the car has strong family ties to other Aston Martin models, and sports 'smoked' rear taillights.

Continuing its series of firsts and oddities for the brand, the Rapide is the first ever Aston Martin built outside of the United Kingdom, thanks to a partnership up with Magna Steyr. Given a strong interest in the Rapide, Aston Martin says it will build between 1,000 and 2,000 units per year, up from an original estimate of 500 or less.

Like Aston's other models, the Rapide is built on the company's VH (Vertical/Horizontal) architecture -- the same that underpins the DB9. The Rapide will also borrow its twelve-cylinder powerplant from the DBS, DB9 and Vantage models -- although power will be increased from 450 horsepower to 470.

Thanks in part to the modest bump in power from the engine's previous applications, the four-door Rapide will sprint from zero-to-60 mph in under five seconds, on its way to a top speed of 180 mph.

Continuing the successful brand partnership between Bang & Olufsen and Aston Martin, the Rapide is fitted standard with the 1000 watt BeoSound Rapide - a bespoke sound system tailored specifically to the Rapide. It includes 15 speakers that have been optimally located throughout the cabin to deliver the audiophile-level sound quality.

While enjoying the BeoSound Rapide audio system, passengers and the driver alike will enjoy a full grain leather interior, accented with walnut trim, an iridium silver finish for the outer center console, and a graphite inner center console finish. Screens consist of Organic Electroluminescent displays, along with LED map and ambient lighting.

Options include cooled front and rear seats, a DVD entertainment system complete with a 6-disc player and two LCD screens, along with a myriad of interior finishes, such as: Eye Maple, Olive Ash Burl, Double Apex Alloy and matching wood door trim. Various other interior and exterior components can be customized as well, ranging from wheels, to brake caliper finish to Magnum silver rear lamp infills. 

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■ 2011 Aston Martin: Zagato V12 exotic

The Aston Martin V12 Zagato was released in May 21, 2011 during the Villa D’Este Concours. It was made in collaboration with Italian car designer Zagato as celebration of their 50 years of partnership.

During the last 50 years, Aston Martin’s partnership with Zagato has given birth to some of their best cars, which includes the DB7 Zagato, the V8 Vantage Zagato, and the legendary DB4GT Zagato, a car that is celebrating its 50th anniversary as well.

Planning for the production of the V12 Zagato started in 2010, integrating both Aston Martin’s and Zagato’s design principles within the car. Like the DB4GT Zagato that it is paying tribute to, the design of this car exudes both grace and power. While Zagato’s influence can still be seen in this car, a good chunk of the work on this car was performed by Aston Martin, a moving symbolism of Aston Martin’s progress in design over the years.

Coupe is to be some system features such as rear-wheel-drive, automated manual transmission 6-speed, and limited slip differential.

Material applied aluminum body and engine. Aston Martin V12 Zagato engines rely, 6,000 cc, the burst peak power 510 hp and 570 Nm of torque. Kitchen runway was taken from the Aston Martin V12 ZagatoVantage engine, which has undergone improvements.

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General Specifications:

Vehicle Type: Sports Coupe
Base Price: $528,000.00
Engine: 6.0Liter 48 valve DOHC V12
Horsepower: 510 hp
Max RPM: NA
Torque: 420 lb-ft
Displacement: 5935 cc
Aspiration: Natural

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2011 Aston Martin DB9 Review

In the largest program of improvements since its world premiere in 2003, Aston Martin DB9 range has received a complete package of style, technology and improved equipment.

As the most successful Aston Martin of all time (an honor shared with the V8 Vantage), the DB9 has become the grand finale of GT, sustainable through a combination of elegance, pure luxury and sports character.

For Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, Aston Martin DB9 remains a very special car: "The DB9 is the epitome of sporting Grand Tourer, and offers an unmatched combination of driver involvement, character, luxury and refinement, this car combines our unique Aston. Martin character with an uncompromising design philosophy, craftsmanship and performance of the brand Aston Martin. "

This new package of improvements to these key features of compliments perfectly. Subtle styling changes to freshen the look of the Aston Martin DB9, a new front bumper, grille polished and redesigned intake of children with a hexagonal mesh bright. The new lighthouse looms, re-shaped silver skirts calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels, clear rear lamp lenses complete the external changes.

Subcutaneous Aston Martin DB9 passive damping has been replaced with a new Adaptive Damping System (ADS), which provides more comfort ride with sharper handling, when you switch to Sport mode. The ADS system is available as standard across the range Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and Volante, which included both (convertible). New Tire Pressure Monitoring System, reviewed the Bluetooth microphone system and the addition of new alloy double end trim Apex and a hi-fi Bang & Olufsen options to expand Aston

Aston Martin developing a product manager, says that Ian Minards is all part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement: "Aston Martin DB9 was the first car built at Gaydon for the VH architecture is developed every year, because of significant changes between where the power upgrade, and the subsequent reduction of CO2 emissions .. the last package of improvements goes further than ever before, underlines Aston Martin DB9 qualities as a real sport, GT and emphasizes its role as a backbone of our car. "

The Aston Martin DB9 is available in Coupe and Volante (convertible) with manual gearbox in the rear-mounted six-speed half or the optional 'Touchtronic 2' six-speed automatic transmission. The production of the revised version of Aston Martin DB9 is already underway, with deliveries starting in July. The prices of £ 122.445 for the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and £ 131.445 for the Aston Martin DB9 Volante.

Context

The introduction of the DB9 was the beginning of Aston Martin 21st century renaissance. The first model to be built at Aston Martin's headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and the first to be built around Aston Martins rigid, lightweight bonded aluminum VH architecture, Aston Martin DB9 was an immediate success and outstanding setting a new tone for Aston Martins in the future.

Since its launch in 2003 some 12,500 were produced DB9S delivered to customers in 34 countries. This determines that the most successful Aston Martin of all time (in conjunction with the V8 Vantage), surpassing the total sales of the DB7. Aston Martin DB9 current production volume is about 1,500 cars a year.

Technology

Since the introduction Aston Martin DB9 has shown a versatile VH architecture through the development of the Vantage, DBS and Rapide model series. In the process, Aston Martin's engineers have a more detailed understanding of the VH platform, which in turn has led to continuous improvement and development of existing models.

In this package of improvements to the Aston Martin DB9, material changes to focus on the chassis, and offers a standard adaptive damping system (ADS), which provides a system for continuously assessing the state of depreciation optimum similar to that seen on the DBS and Rapide models. Controlled by a button on the center console, the two-stage adaptive damping switch between the default setting, which is optimized for driving comfort and a firmer sport mode, which allows greater control of the body and a feeling more responsive. Such is the success of new Aston Martin DB9 amortization DB9 Sport Pack upgrade has now ceased. But a design alloy wheels are optional sport.

The performance is courtesy of Aston Martin 6.0-liter V12 engine that develops 470bhp held and 442 pounds foot of torque changes. Coupled with a choice of "Touchtronic" palette of six speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission H-model, the Aston Martin DB9 offers a heady mix of speed and nature of sporting endeavor. A top speed of 190 mph and the ability to hit 60 mph in just 4.6sec sealed his credentials as the final 2 +2 Gran Turismo.

Design

Improving on what many consider one of the most beautiful cars in the world is a difficult task. According to the director of Aston Martin Design, Marek Reichman is the subtlety and attention to key details: "The beauty of an Aston Martin has harmonious proportions, a ground-hugging stance, facing tight a complete and thorough attention to detail them. Aston Martin DB9 is the epitome of these qualities, it is beautiful, but subtle - and not attention seeking. "

At the front bumper new, the main change with a new lower intake hexagonal grid offers to complete the new glossy finish. Edges new lighthouse to complete the processing fresh nose. In the profile of Martin DB9 Aston threshold has also been modified with a curve more important "hockey stick" before the rear wheels. Marek Reichman explains, "The DB9 remains one of the most beautiful cars in the sports world and is immediately recognizable as an Aston Martin, the changes we have introduced here to upgrade Aston Martin DB9 to keep the cutting edge of automotive design. "

Other changes include a silver calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels as standard with a new design option for the wheels and a bright finish grille. Clear lens rear combination lamps are also standard. Inside the final alloy wheels Double Apex is now added to the list of options and an exceptionally BeoSound audio system from Bang & Olufsen.

Motorsport

Mirroring Aston Martin DB9 road racing success, Aston Martin Racing DBR9 and DBRS9 endurance runners proved enormously successful on circuits around the world. With a total of about 20 and 30 DBR9 DBRS9 built and delivered to customer teams around the world, Aston Martin constantly victories in many national and international championships.

Since its victory in his debut race at Sebring in 2005, the DBR9 is established as a constant and a very competitive car in the GT1 class, scoring class wins back-to-back in the greatest race in 24 hours All - The Le Mans - in 2007 and 2008.

2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Review

The Aston Martin Vantage series comes of age with the new Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is characterized by a host of new driver-focused features all designed to push the sharp dynamic of the Vantage a standard reference level new.

Aston Martin 4.7-liter V8 itself has been designed to offer maximum power of 430 hp (436 hp / 321 kW) at 7300 rpm and maximum torque of 490 Nm (361 lb.-ft.) at 5000 rpm and is associated with new floors Sportshift ™ II transmission developed specially designed for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S with seven types of gears to provide the driver involvement more attractive and intense.

"The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is the quintessence of all the attributes of the V8 Vantage and the pilot pushes the experience beyond what we offered before," said Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, "It combines the excitement dynamic finesse with all the charm, beauty and functionality that is already associated with the Vantage range."

Revisions to the dynamic center of Vantage S, with a ratio steering accelerated compared to 3:01 p.m. 5:01 p.m. on the standard car and a larger diameter front brake discs with six-piston calipers new front brake. New springs and shock absorbers and wider rear wheels also contribute to the revision of the chassis. A new Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) all specifically tuned Aston Martin V8 Vantage S with a new brake module provides functions such as Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) that provide assistance in situations of emergency braking, and Start Hill Assist (HSA). Tailor have been developed by Bridgestone tires to maximize traction improve the dynamic sensation.

At the heart of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is the new seven-speed S Sportshift ™ II automated manual transmission, available in standard and offers extremely fast gear changes, twenty percent faster than Sportshift ™. Additional equipment allows shorter, well-spaced reasons to take advantage of optimum torque, which, combined with a shorter final drive ratio 4.182:1 provides quicker acceleration and an increase in a sports car. The advantages inherent in a clutch system only reduces the complexity and the heavy weight of a solution of double clutch. Sportshift ™ II allows the driver to have a greater level of control, to modulate the throttle to achieve the desired type of change. In addition, the Vantage has a S 'Sport' button that speeds up gear changes and throttle response gives the driver more aggressive while opening the exhaust bypass valves in most of the range of engine speed fully characterize the variation of the "S".

Like all Aston Martin, Aston Martin V8 Vantage S to support its unique sound with a new exhaust pipe and muffler bypass valve map, which creates a very visible and very vocal exhaust note.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is instantly recognizable as a real Aston Martin, which is characterized by its strong position by transmitting its agility and performance. Later, a new front bumper lower end houses perfectly aligned carbon fiber with a larger air intake to the engine and front brakes. The separator combined with 'flip' the tailgate extended work in harmony to provide the lowest effective rate. New 19-inch "V" style wheels are standard, while optional 10-spoke lightweight forged wheels option, reduces the unsprung weight further. A new rear bumper and the frame of the car optically expand.

Bridging the gap between road car and racing, Aston Martin V8 Vantage S strongly influenced by the race car 2011-Vantage GT4. GT4 uses the Vantage is immensely rigid aluminum frame linked, providing the ideal platform for a race car. Changes in security Less races, including a roll cage, FIA approved and the gas tank "sack" race and the weight-saving measures are made to conventional car to convert it into a race car class winner. In 2010 it won its class at 24 hours after the Dubai race win even with endurance the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, Silverstone 24 hours and 24 Hours of Spa. He also won his first international championship major victory in the GT4 European Cup.

Performance

The reasoning behind the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S was to push the boundaries of the already critically acclaimed V8 Vantage with the highest levels of driver involvement as possible. Aston Martin engineers have started to improve almost every dynamic element of the car to create a highly distinctive driving experience.

"With each new model, we continue to develop and improve our VH architecture," says Aston Martin Product Development Manager, Ian Minard. "The technical team at Gaydon watched each performance characteristic of the V8 Vantage, engine and transmission, suspension, steering, brakes and tires, and considered what was necessary to make this car worthy of the coveted "S" badge. The result is a clean driver-focused package that, in both coupe and roadster form, exploits and highlights the sporty character of the iconic Vantage. "

The 4.7 liter V8 engine has been modified to provide a maximum power of 430 hp (436 hp / 321 kW) at 7200 rpm and peak torque of 490 Nm (361 lb.-ft.) at 5000 rpm corresponds to an increase of 10 hp and 20 Nm and is signified by a plenum of the engine black. Increase was achieved through an air intake valve and an aggressive strategy of sparks. The air intake valve opens above 3500 rpm to allow more air to flow into the engine, which helps to optimize performance at exactly the right part of the torque curve. Aggressive strategy ignition uses advanced electronics to ignite the fuel in the engine exactly the right time when it operates at its most powerful. It can also distinguish the fuel octane and higher to extract the maximum performance rating has increased.

The power and torque in the S Aston Martin V8 Vantage is delivered to the engine speeds used in the middle, creating docile great acceleration and effortless. Most of the demand for power and torque in the midrange that the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is S, which delivers more torque at 5000 rpm.

Sportshift ™ II is an automated manual transmission with a new seven-speed Graziano transmission is placed in the rear of the Aston Martin Vantage S on deck to help close a 49:51 weight balance. The system has a unique manual clutch coupled with electronic switching devices to change the relationship and was designed from scratch exclusively for Aston Martin V8 Vantage Aston Martin S. specifically chosen to develop the system SPORTSHIFTTM due to its inherent advantages, including savings mass sport, low complexity of moving parts and tangible changes in the actual speed. This contributes, along with other parts of the weight savings, a reduction in total vehicle weight of 30 kg.

Electro-hydraulic vane steering wheel is turned by two magnesium allow the driver to move up or down. Faster than the traditional manual system, and at least 50 kg lighter than the dual-clutch system, Sportshift ™ II offers advantages that can be driven in automatic and manual transmission. Sportshift ™ II is 24 kg lighter than the standard display Sportshift Vantage ™.

Sportshift ™ II has seven key figures in the first six-speed transmission to sit closer to each other, make the characteristic of torque, the acceleration enhances feel and allows the driver more control. The seventh gear ratio produces a more quiet, sophisticated cruise motorway driving, and also offers reduced fuel consumption.

The interaction of the driver with SPORTSHIFT II is made as simple as possible to allow the driver to concentrate on the road. Two pallets of magnesium allow up or down through the gearshift. The controls are mounted on the column so the driver can always find them with ease, regardless of the position of the steering wheel is in.

In addition to select gears manually with paddles on the wheel, the driver is also able to select the "D" on the dashboard to activate the automatic mode that acts like a traditional automatic transmission just in time facilitate the work of urban traffic and highway driving.

New seven-speed automatic is standard on S Aston Martin V8 Vantage is perfectly suited to the nature of the sports car. Aston Martin did not want to provide a manual transmission option, due to the high demand expected Sportshift ™ II.

Aston Martin V8 Vantage S 'athleticism really comes in its class, when the "Sport" is depressed on the dashboard to give the driver the fastest gear changes as well as manual and automatic (a decrease of 60 msec), and prevents the car turns into next gear when the revolution limit is reached. By default, the "normal" offers the most advanced, gas is more suitable for everyday situations, such as driving in urban areas, traffic or weather conditions. Clicking mode 'Sport' provides sharper throttle with a sports exhaust note. This mode is designed for use in dynamic driving situations, sharper responses are necessary to extract the maximum performance out of the car.

Aston Martin V8 Vantage S weighs 1610 kg (Coupe), 30 kg lighter than the standard Vantage for weight optimization of a new Sportshift ™ II, the transfer and use of carbon fiber. Air-cooled, oil cooled, Sportshift ™ II for the use of the system by removing the oil pump and related items to save 24 kg more than the traditional six-speed Sportshift ™.

Like all the benefits of Aston Martin Vantage S of almost perfect weight balance from beginning to end at 49:51 because the location of the gearbox on the deck that contribute to the excellent dynamics.

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is always a day sports day has a bunch of 300 liters with the rear hatch opening at hand by way cut, while the Roadster has an automatic fabric hood release, which can be operated up to 30 km / h.

The S variant features a unique muffler adapted specifically for the hearing scheduled for their sport. A revised map of the bypass valves open earlier in the rev range at 3500 rpm and even before in the "Sport" mode produces more cracks in excess.

Control

Bridges S Aston Martin V8 Vantage the difference between the V8 Vantage and Vantage GT4 endurance race car offered by Aston Martin Racing. The standard components of the Vantage platform are ideal for competition and produce a race car in shape, with minor modifications. 2010 was the most successful year to date, the application of competition as a reference Vantage GT4 Car: won its category in the Dubai 24 Hours endurance race after the other with 24 wins Hours of Nurburgring, Silverstone 24 hours and 24 hours Spa. However, it was the first championship victory in the international automotive major with Rhesus GT4 European Cup Racing was the culmination of an excellent year for the car. In 2011, the Vantage GT4 has been updated to take advantage of greater aerodynamic performance of the V12 and V8 Vantage Vantage body S '.

With the knowledge of the track filtering road cars from Aston Martin and driveability on the track filter, the benefits of S Aston Martin V8 Vantage has sharpened the handling characteristics of skilled engineers and talented of the brand.

Steering rack was modified with a ratio of 3:01 p.m. 5:01 p.m. from the Vantage lower standard steering wheel lock to lock ranges from 3.04 to 2.62. This results in greater accuracy and improved agility, responsiveness and handling of fluids, and allows the driver to feel a closer connection with the car - it offers a more engaging driving and energetic.
Improved braking system has a central role in the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S "dynamic, with a new larger brake disc diameter front, 380 mm compared with 355 in the Vantage V8, six-piston front calipers and a new generation of brake control module.

Front brakes are race-inspired design floating plate. The tiles are made of two materials: cast iron and aluminum, cast iron is bolted through the Polish system of floating aluminum bell. The technology allows the dynamic benefits of reduced unsprung weight of the brake, which is lighter than normal cast iron brake, is a better heat resistance, improved cooling and produces a more consistent pedal feel. While faced with larger diameter discs, the weight of each disk has decreased 0.4 kg. Vantage S is also a new brake pedal as a booster to reduce the effort and travel.

The new brake system includes a module provides a more subtle intervention, and provides enhanced capabilities to existing features such as ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), electronic brake distribution (EBD), traction control (TC) and control torque is positive (PTC), as well as a new hydraulic brake assistant (HBA) that provides assistance in emergency braking situations. Hydraulic Brake Assist detects when the driver requires maximum braking power, the speed at which you press the brake pedal and automatically increases the brake pressure until the ABS control threshold, until the driver to keep the pedal Brake down. As a result, stopping distances can be reduced significantly.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) has been set specifically for Aston Martin V8 Vantage S, with a focus on its sporting qualities. A three-stage DSC system allows the driver to adjust the level of intervention in accordance with the electronic type of conduct. In standard mode, the system is set to "on", which limits tire slippage in difficult conditions, and gives the maximum security possible without being intrusive. Hold the button for four seconds will initiate DSC mode "Track" electronic interference that slows down further, to create a safe experience even more pure. Press the extra five seconds to disarm completely.

Aston Martin V8 Vantage S sees the first introduction of Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature of Aston Martin. If the driver brakes the car to stop in the gradient, Hill Start Assist is to hold the camera steady for up to two seconds, in order to facilitate pull-out, as the driver to move your foot from the brake pedal. HSAs are perfect for an automated manual gearbox.

Suspension systems of the variant of "S" was re-adapted to the more focused on the driver of the car. The coupe has a revision rate rear coil spring and both body styles have retuned damper passive valves and changed the rate of bump stop and lengths. The result is a higher degree of traction and stability with wheels that you get better contact with the ground.

Aston Martin's engineers worked closely with Bridgestone during the development program to create a tire as it has been optimized for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S. Bridgestone Potenza RE050 is 10 mm wider front and rear of the standard Vantage for the highest levels of grip.

Design

The Vantage has become one of the most beautiful cars in the world, usually from Aston Martin, aggression elegant and perfectly proportioned and controlled with a deliberately low position. The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S uses the beauty of the Vantage and is combined with design details of the voltage V12 Vantage, which affects the potential for increasing the car's performance.

Aston Martin Design Director, Marek Reichman, said: "We sent the V8 Vantage is the gym to give a" "result S sharper and more toned muscularity of form.

"And 'the aesthetics of the perfect machine that supports the functionality and aerodynamics, to transmit its concentrated nature. The car is in tension while the inside remains a beautifully crafted to convey the emotion Aston Martin V8 Vantage S from within. "

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S 'style relies heavily on a form that meets the additional requirements of "S variant of performance." Faced with the manual separation of carbon fiber fixed before creating a perfect adaptation to the ground position in terms of its agility, while providing more surface area to provide the engine and brakes with more air. The splitter works in conjunction with 'flip' the trunk lid to create a more pronounced effect at low speed. Furthermore, the profile of the wider tire derived from GT4 race car program will help eliminate the back cut, and therefore better high speed stability, preventing air from flowing along the side of vehicle for disseminating the car.

The rear bumper accentuates the powerful stance and the proportions of the car behind. The trunk lid has cut a more pronounced "flip" that contributes to the high-speed stability by reducing rear lift.

The rear bumper features a diffuser in carbon fiber by hand using the air flow coming out from under the car to maintain a low pressure area at the rear of the car, which helps reduce lift and increases stability at high speeds.

The new 19-inch wheels are unique to Aston Martin V8 Vantage S, and have a "V"-spoke diamond turned toward the finish line will continue to offer a clear difference between the standard car. Optional forged aluminum wheel is available to save pounds per wheel of unsprung weight for improved comfort and handling.

Complimenting tight inner Vantage exterior, it is suitable S suggests dynamic capabilities of the car, defined by a technicality in three important ways in the doors and seats. A new design leather folded along the number of new-made reflects the gills of a shark suggest power and flexibility of Vantage S.

Carbon fiber and Kevlar ® composite pet seats Optional driver support for the rest of the spirits drunk driving comfort on long journeys. Saving 17 kg per car seats, manufactured by a supplier of motor sport and aerospace industry has been cut by the craftsmen and women in the factory in Gaydon production.

Customers can specify up to obsidian black leather and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel as opposed to the point (leather only) or overlapping. Unique in the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is the option to specify option S Pack Piano Black Interior, which includes a piano black instrument panel, center console and door frame grabs and grips.

Both the Vantage Coupe and Roadster S are handmade in the Aston Martin's global headquarters at Gaydon in Warwickshire with the V8 Vantage and V12 Vantage. Each S Aston Martin V8 Vantage has over 185 man-hours to build, including 50 hours of painting and 70 hours to hand in the setting. Each vehicle undergoes a meticulous attention to detail, not only in the construction phase, but the quality control and delivery processes as well.