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Aston Martin V8

Aston Martin V8 (United Kingdom, 1978-1985)

Aston Martin > V8 > Gen.4 [IV]
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History, Development and General Characteristics

The Series 4 Aston Martin V8, otherwise known as the ‘Oscar India’ V8 series, was released in 1978 at that year’s Birmingham International Motor Show. The fourth series of the V8 stayed in production until 1985, when a total of 352 ‘Oscar India’ units had been built.



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Engine and Transmission

The Aston Martin V8 has its 305 hp from a 5.3-liter V8 engine that allows this car to reach its top speed at around 149 mi/h (240 km/h). It accelerates from 0 to 60 mi/h in 6.7 seconds and relies on a front engine, rear-wheel drive layout, along with a 3-speed automatic transmission.



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Chassis

Steel platform chassis.   Platform (no data)   Suspension Double wishbones with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar at the front; and rear DeDion axle with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, transverse and longitudinal Watt's linkages.   Steering Power assisted rack-and-pinion.   Brakes Hydraulic disc brakes all around.



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Body and Design

The Aston Martin V18 is only available as a 2-door coupe.



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