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Aston Martin Vanquish II Volante 6.0 V12 (577 Hp) Automatic
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Aston Martin Vanquish:
The Aston Martin Vanquish is a grand tourer introduced by British luxury automobile manufacturer Aston Martin in 2001 as a successor to the Aston Martin Virage.
The Aston Martin V12 Vanquish was designed by Ian Callum and unveiled at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show. It was produced from 2001 to 2007 as the flagship of the marque. A concept car, known as "Project Vantage", and the first Aston Martin design wholly designed by Callum, was built to display the company's vision for a future sports car that could represent Aston Martin's aspirations after the discontinuation of the Virage-based Vantage. The concept car evolved directly into the V12 Vanquish, and featured a carbon fibre and alloy structure, Aston Martin's most powerful V12 engine, and a host of new technologies. A specially modified V12 Vanquish was driven by James Bond in the 2002 film Die Another Day. In 2004, a mildly updated version of the first-generation model, named "V12 Vanquish S", was introduced, featuring a more highly tuned engine and more track-oriented ride and handling. The V12 Vanquish was indirectly replaced by the DBS after 2007....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Volante Overview:
Aston Martin Vanquish (II Volante). With 630 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1844 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4 s). The top speed reaches 317 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.0 V12 (577 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An evolution of the V12, offering a marginal power bump and quicker acceleration, enhancing the already exhilarating driving experience with refined responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel efficiency compared to the earlier version, though still a thirsty V12, it offers a slightly more palatable consumption for a car of its caliber.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stunning design and road presence
- • Exhilarating naturally aspirated V12 engine sound and power
- • Luxurious and handcrafted interior
- • Excellent grand touring capabilities
- • Open-top driving experience
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Significant fuel consumption (though improved in later models)
- • Limited practicality (2+2 seating, small boot)
- • Older automatic transmission (Touchtronic) compared to modern rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2012 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | Vanquish |
| Generation: | II Volante |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.0 V12 (577 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 577 Hp @ 6650 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 97.2 Hp/l [36mm more] |
| Torque: | 630 Nm @ 5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AM29 More details about the engine AM29 |
| Engine displacement: | 5935 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 13.1 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 19.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 317 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.2 kg/Hp, 312.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.9 kg/Nm, 341.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1844 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 78 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4728 mm mm [36mm more] |
| Width: | 1912 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1294 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2067 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Touchtronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 398 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 360 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/35 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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