The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is a rear wheel drive vehicle, with the engine placed in the front, and a 2 door coupé body designed by William Towns.
The power is produced by a naturally aspirated engine of 5.3 litre capacity. This powerplant features double overhead camshaft valve gear, a 90 degree V 8 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. It develops 390 bhp (395 PS/291 kW) of power at 5800 rpm.
The engine transmits power to the wheels compliments of a 5 speed manual gearbox.
Its claimed kerb weight is 1815 kg.
Top stated speed is 274 km/h (170 mph).
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