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Aston Martin V8 Vantage

General information

ModelAston Martin V8 Vantage
Year2007
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4282 ccm (261.29 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving17.2 litres/100 km (13.68 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4282 ccm (261.29 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power385.7 PS (284 kW or 380 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque417.00 Nm (42.5 kgf-m or 307.6 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 86.0 mm (3.5 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed280.0 km/h (174.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2347 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Cargo space239 litres (63 gallons)
Optional cargo space300 litres (79 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS). Antiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1645 kg (3,626.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 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

Country of originUK
Aprox price as new EUR107740
Service interval12,000 km
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