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The New Aston Martin V8 Vantage S
• The driver-focussed V8 Vantage featuring enhanced dynamics• Increase in power and torque to 430 bhp and 490 Nm
• New ground-up developed seven speed Sportshift™ II transmission
• Dramatic V12 Vantage-inspired looks available as coupe and Roadster
• Compelling package of agility, balance, engagement and everyday practicality
Gaydon, 25 January 2011. The Aston Martin Vantage range comes of age wîth the new V8 Vantage S characterised by a host of new driver-focussed features all designed to push the honed dynamics of the standard Vantage to a new benchmark level.
Aston Martin's own 4.7 litre V8 engine has been engineered to deliver peak power of 430 bhp (436 PS / 321 kW) at 7300 rpm and torque of 490 Nm (361 lb.ft) at 5000 rpm and is coupled wîth a new ground-up developed Sportshift™ II transmission specifically designed for the Vantage S wîth seven short ratio gears to deliver the most engaging and intense driver involvement.
'The Vantage S epitomises every attribute of the V8 Vantage and pushes the driver experience beyond what we have offered before,' says Dr. Úlrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, 'It combines dynamic exhilaration wîth all the charming finesse, beauty and practicality already associated wîth the Vantage range.'Dynamic revisions are central to the Vantage S, wîth a quickened §teering rack ratio of 15:1 compared to 17:1 on the standard car and a larger diameter front brake disc wîth new six-piston front brake calipers. New springs and dampers, and wider rear wheels also contribute to chassis revisions. A new dynamic stability control (DSC) system specifically tuned to the Vantage S along wîth a new brake module providing features such as Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) which provides assistance in emergency braking situations, and Hill Start Assist (HSA). Bespoke tyres have been developed wîth Bridgestone to optimise road holding enhancing dynamic feel.
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| Engine : 4.7 L., 8-cylinder Power: 430 hp Torque: 361 ft-lbs | |
7-speed Semi-Automatic | |
As wîth every Aston Martin, the Vantage S benefits from its own unique sound wîth a new exhaust muffler and bypass valve map, creating a very distinctive and highly vocal exhaust note.The Vantage S is instantly recognisable as a true Aston Martin, characterised by its purposeful stance conveying its agility and performance capability. From the front, a new lower front bumper finished in perfectly-aligned carbon fibre houses a larger air intake feeding the engine and front brakes. The splitter combined wîth the extended deck lid 'flip' work in harmony to provide increased down force at speed. New 19 inch 'V' spoke wheel styles are available as standard, while an optional 10-spoke lightweight forged wheel option, reduces unsprung mass further. A new rear bumper and side sills optically widen the car.
Bridging the gap between road car and race car, the Vantage S is heavily influenced by the 2011 Vantage GT4 race car. The GT4 takes advantage of the Vantage's immensely rigid bonded aluminium chassis, providing the ideal platform for a race car. Minor racing safety modifications including an FIA approved roll cage and racing 'bag' petrol tank along wîth weight saving measures are made to the standard road car to convert it into a class winning race car. In 2010, it won its class at the Dubai 24 Hours following this up wîth further endurance race wins at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, Silverstone 24 Hours and Spa 24 Hours. It also won its first major international championship victory in the European GT4 Cup.
The Vantage S is available to order now from Aston Martin's global dealership network.Source - Maserati| MERCEDES-AMG HELPS TO ENSURE SAFETY IN FORMULA 1 | |
 | In the new 2013 Formula 1® season, Mercedes-AMG will once again help to ensure safety at all Formula 1® races forming part of the FIA Formula One World Championship™. For the 18th year the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz is providing the Official F1® Safety Car and the Official F1® Medical Car. The SLS AMG GT with 435 kW (591 hp) and the C 63 AMG Estate with 358 kW (487 hp) will be deployed at the direction of Race Control officials usually when weather or incidents are considered to impact o...[Read more...] |
| ASTON MARTIN GT4 CHALLENGE CELEBRATES CENTENARY YEAR WITH MOST EXCITING SEASON TO DATE | |
 | The Aston Martin GT4 Challenge of Great Britain – a single marque championship in which Vantage GT4 drivers battle it out on the UK's most exciting circuits – is set to return for a fourth season this year, with the opening round at Silverstone offering a VIP Le Mans Centenary Festival driving experience as top prize. The GT4 Challenge of Great Britain is a unique opportunity for drivers of all abilities to compete in the latest Aston Martin race cars in endurance events on some of the best ...[Read more...] |
| ASTON MARTIN ANNOUNCES BILSTEIN PARTNERSHIP FOR NÜRBURGRING CAMPAIGN | |
 | Aston Martin has agreed a racing partnership with leading damping and suspension specialist Bilstein, appointing it as primary technical partner for Aston Martin Racing's competition programme at the Nürburgring focused on the legendary ADAC Zurich 24 Hour race in May. The new agreement builds on the existing long-term relationship between the two companies; Bilstein dampers are fitted as standard to all Aston Martin road cars. The iconic blue and yellow colours of Bilstein are synonymou...[Read more...] |
| Sizing up the Competition for Le Mans | |
 | The FIA World Endurance Championship returns to Europe this weekend for the '6 Hours of Spa' at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium. It's an important race for all of the WEC teams, not only as it's an opportunity to score championship points but also it's the last race before the Le Mans 24 Hours. It's a chance to make sure everything is running like clockwork and also to size up the competition. The LMP2 class will be competitive with 16 cars taking the start, nine of which are running with Nissa...[Read more...] |
| Double podiums for both the Lotus F1 and GP2 teams | |
 | FORMULA ONE – BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX '#Wheresmypodium' tweeted the Lotus F1 Team throughout the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend. Having come close in each of the opening rounds, the obvious pace of the Lotus E20 and the unquestionable skills of Kimi Raikkonen and young hotshoe Romain Grosjean, it was only a matter of time. Finally, in the Middle East, it came together. It was the first time two Lotus drivers have been on the F1 podium together since Carlos Reutemann and Mario Andretti follow...[Read more...] |
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