Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster (2013) | The new sports car, available as a limited edition in selected markets worldwide, Immediately Becomes the most potent example of the open-top Vantage range and mixes the breath-taking power of Aston Martin's naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V12 engine with the established thrills of Vantage Roadster driving for what sports car is an unforgettable experience. The Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster's 6.0-liter engine, mated as in the coupe to a six-speed manual gearbox, generates 517 PS at 6.500 rpm and a muscular 570 Nm of torque at 5.750 rpm. The 0-62 mph sprint is dispatched in just 4.5 seconds while this most potent Aston Martin Roadster is capable of 190 mph.

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster features a redesigned rear boot lid and lower front air intake to maintain a level of dynamic performance that's fully in keeping with the V12 Coupe, while there are also a number of unique chassis revisions. These include a modified rear damper set-up, front and rear damper valve tuning and a new rear spring design. These changes, in conjunction with Aston Martin's use of Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires, Ensure the dramatic sports car delivers straight-line performance as well as outstanding handling.

Carbon fiber side strakes; a carbon fiber front splitter and rear diffuser; carbon fiber carbon fiber mirror caps and rear lamp infills - plus the new forged alloy wheel design - should leave the sports car cognoscenti in no doubt That this is a truly exclusive Aston Martin . At the rear, the boot lid on the Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster incorporates a more pronounced 'flip' to Reduced rear lift and stability at high speeds improv.

While for Those seeking the ultimate in Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster Personalisation, a package of interior trim comprising carbon fiber and carbon fiber facia surround gearshift is available. Unique to the V12 Vantage and Vantage Roadster new V12 is the engine's "Sport" mode button, the which enables the driver to select Between two different powertrain modes. Sport mode, meanwhile, is designed for use in more dynamic driving Situations where sharper responses are required. Aston Martin Chief Executive Officer Dr Ulrich Bez said: "The V12 Vantage models are, first and foremost, driver's cars - inviting and fully rewarding the driver's full involvement.