The inlet camshaft timing is variable resulting in improved low-end throttle response, mid-range torque and seamless power delivery. Maximum power is 380bhp @ 7000rpm and maximum torque 302lb ft @ 5000rpm.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be initially offered with a 6-speed manual transmission and other alternatives will be announced at a later date. A great deal of time and effort has been spent ensuring that the new transmission has a smooth and fast shift action to ensure its ultra close ratios can be used to maximum effect.
"It is one of the best manual gear changes in the world," added Jeremy Main. "Driving enjoyment is a very important quality of the V8 Vantage and part of this is a superb gear change action."
Aston Martin V8 Vantage Specification
ENGINE
All alloy quad overhead camshaft 32 valve, 4.3 litre V8. Variable Inlet Camshaft Timing. Dry sump lubrication system. Fully catalysed stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves. Front-mid mounted engine. Rear wheel drive
Maximum Power: 283kW (380 bhp) @ 7000 rpm Maximum Torque: 410 Nm (302 Ib.ft) @ 5000 rpm Maximum Speed: 280 km/h (175 mph) Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.0 seconds 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds Bore: 89mm (3.504 in) Stroke: 86mm (3.386 in)
BODY
Two door style with tailgate and 2+0 seating. Bonded aluminum structure, Aluminum alloy, steel, composite, and magnesium alloy body. Extruded aluminum side impact bars Halogen projector headlamps, LED rear lamps.
STEERING
Rack and pinion power assisted steering. Column reach and tilt adjust.
