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V 8 (90º vee)
Fixed-head coupé
289 cu in
2
361 ft.lb @ 5000 rpm
2
Rear wheel drive
300 l
7, semi-automatic
Petrol
267.08 hp/ton
3549 lb
NCAP
18.23 US MPG
299 g/km
289 cu in
430 hp
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189 mph
annual
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S had been developed to bring the dynamics of the Vantage to a different level. Closing the gap on the road and race Vantages, the S version has been influenced by the 2011 Vantage GT4 race car.
The Vantage S is powered by Aston Martin’s 4.7 litre V8 engine that has a power output of 436 PS at 7300 rpm and torque of 490 Nm at 5000 rpm. The engine is combined with a new Sportshift™ II transmission, specifically designed for the Vantage S, that has seven short ratio gears in order to enhance the driving sensation.
This Vantage has suffered some dynamic revisions which include a quickened steering rack ratio of 15:1 compared to 17:1 on the standard car, larger diameter front brake disc with new six-piston front brake calipers. New springs and dampers have also been added and wider rear wheels. The Vantage S also features a new dynamic stability control (DSC) system specifically tuned to it. A new brake module provides Hydra...
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