- Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Out of the current Aston Martin range the V8 Vantage is the closest that gets you to a pure sports car experience. It is also arguably the best looking Aston of them all. This can only be confirmed by the AUTOMOBILE MAGAZINE All-Star for 2007 the Aston Martin V8 Vantage was noted as the design of the year.
Video After JumpAston Martin V8 Vantage
It is breathtakingly beautiful car and provides the acceleration sound that can only be rivaled the Ferrari and offers more seating comfort than the Porsche 911. Even in all the good looks the Vantage provides excellent safety. "Without question, the V8 Vantage is the best Aston Martin ever produced," Conway said. "It is a hallmark of great design and arguably the best-looking car manufactured in the last couple of decades. Apart from its aesthetic appeal, the Vantage was selected for combining great looks with an outstanding driving experience."
The V8 is powered by a 4.3 L (4282 cc) quad-cam 32-valve V8 which produces 380 hp (283 kW) at 7,000 rpm and 302 lb-ft (409 Nm) at 5,000 rpm. The engine is front mid-mounted with a rear-mounted transaxle, giving a 49/51 front/rear weight distribution. The V8 Vantage can accelerate to 60 mph (97 km/h) in a manufacturer claimed 4.9 seconds (62 mph (100km/h), 5sec) and reach a 175 mph (280km/h) top speed
It is a beautiful sports car and here are some pictures to prove it.












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