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Aston Martin V8 5.3 Vantage 1987

General information

ModelAston Martin V8 5.3 Vantage
Year1987
CategoryVans/minivans
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5340 ccm (325.85 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5340 ccm (325.85 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power408.00 PS (300 kW or 402 HP) at 6250 Rev. per min.
Max torque551 Nm (56.2 kgf-m or 406.4 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke100.1 x 85.1 mm (3.9 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed270.0 km/h (167.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.2242 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4770 litres (1,260 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1820 kg (4,012.4 pounds)
Overall length4680 mm (184.3 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
Fuel capacity97.0 litres (25.63 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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