Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Roadster
The latest offering of the Aston Martin Vantage Range is the V8 Vantage S which offers an array of driver-focussed features to set the standard Vantage to a higher level of excellence. Featuring a 4.7 litre V8 engine, the Vantage S has peak power of 430 bhp (436 PS/ 321 kW) at 7300 rpm and torque of 490 Nm (361 lb.ft) at 5000 rpm, paired with the all-new Sportshift™ II transmission which has seven ratios for an intense driving experience.
"The Aston Martin V8 Vantage S embodies every quality of the Vantage and gives drivers the utmost drive experience we have ever offered," says Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin.
To bolster the dynamic abilities of the Vantage S, its steering rack ratio has been tightened to 15:1 (standard car: 17:1) and it has an enlarged caliper-brake disc plus new springs, dampers, and wider rear wheels. It is also equipped with a bespoke Dynamic Stability Control system and a brake module with Hydraulic Brake Assist and Hill Start Assist. Furthermore, specialized tyres by Bridgestone have been developed to maximize road grip and improve the dynamic qualities.
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