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Aston Martin V8 Vantage

General information

ModelAston Martin V8 Vantage
Year2005
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4280 ccm (261.17 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4280 ccm (261.17 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power384.30 PS (283 kW or 379 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque410.00 Nm (41.8 kgf-m or 302.4 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed275.0 km/h (170.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.0 seconds
0-60 miles4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2448 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5130 litres (1,355 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks, 355 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 330 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1570 kg (3,461.3 pounds)
Overall length4390 mm (172.8 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity77.0 litres (20.34 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval12,000 km
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