Aston Martin V8 Vantage Getting Beefed Up

Aston Martin has decided that the original V8 Vantage was a bit to tame for  their liking, to remedy their situation they have made a few changes where it counts; which we will be seeing on the 2009s. They bored and stroked out the displacement, from the original 4.3 liters to a now 4.7 liter V8.  The result being 420bhp, an 11% increase and 347 lb-ft of torque, a 15% jump.  Even though you will be getting more power out of your Aston, you will be getting 13% better fuel economy.

Aston Martin didn’t stop with the engine either. Either of the optional  transmissions have been tweeked for your liking. They have gone through the programming on the Sportshift automatic to provide you with smoother shifts, and the 6-speed manual has received a modified clutch and flywheel, reducing a bit of weight and making clutch efforts easier. As it goes with the suspension, we can expect stiffer spring rates, stiffer bushings in the front suspension and improved steering geometry. All of which should make your spirited cruises in those windy canyon roads much more precise.  Inside the car, they have done away with the standard key, and put in an ECU to handle that. They’ve also reworked the center console finish in graphite silver.  To my relief and I’m sure yours as well, they will leave the sexy lines of the Vantage alone, though you will have the option of adding a new 20 spoke 19” wheel when you place your order.

Full press release can be read here

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