Based on the standard V8 Vantage, Aston’s engineers have shoehorned a 5.9litre 510bhp V12 under the carbon fibre bonnet. The extra weight of the larger engine is partially offset by features such as lighter rear wings and optional lightweight seats. Meaning the V12 Vantage tips the scales at just 50kg more than its V8 sibling.
The new bonnet features extra scoops for the increased cooling needs of the more powerful V12 which lends the Vantage an aggressive, functional look. With a claimed top speed of 190mph and a 0-62mph time of just over 4 seconds the production V12 is not quite as scary as the RS concept car shown last year but it’s still more than enough to need those carbon ceramic brakes.
courtesy of swipelife
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