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Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster

General information

ModelAston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4280 ccm (261.17 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving18.8 litres/100 km (12.51 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4280 ccm (261.17 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power385.00 PS (283 kW or 380 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque410.00 Nm (41.8 kgf-m or 302.4 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 systemWet 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 ratio0.2251 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4710 litres (1,244 gallons)
Cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)
Optional cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Towing weight1910 kg (4,210.8 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

Aprox price as new EUR122230
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