The 2014 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S is set to become the next top of the line sports car of the manufacturer's series, packing several technological enhancements, better performance and more power.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Coupe | Est. Market Price: NA |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.1 gals (80 L) | MPG: NA |
| Length: 172.6 in. (438.5 cm) | Wheelbase: 102.3 in. (260 cm) |
| Height: 49.2 in. (125 cm) | Width: 79.6 in. (202.2 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 3670 lbs (1665 kg) | Maximum Seating: 2 |
| Engine: V12 Quad OHC | Displacement: 5935 cc |
| Horsepower: 565 HP | Max RPM: 6750 rpm |
| Torque: 457 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm | Transmission: 7-Speed Auto-manual |
| 0-60 mph: NA | Top Speed: 205 mph (330 km/h) |
Aston Martin worked adding 55 horsepowr to the V12 engine, capping it to 565 horsepower and torque of up to 459 lb/ft. At the same time, efficiency has been improved by dropping 50 pounds off the weight of the car.
The 2014 Vantage S comes equipped with adjustable suspensions that include normal, sport and track settings, this offering allows the car to show off its new and improved steering which adjusts based on the driving conditions.
From a safety perspective and better responsiveness, the car have new carbon ceramic brakes as a standard feature. The transmission is the new seven-speed transaxle gearbox.
Exterior
The front grill has been replaced with a brand new carbon fiber version as a way to improve airflow. Additional design tweaks have been executed for the rear and the roof that now feature new graphic details, contrasting it from the earlier model.
The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage features the same compact size with fluid aerodynamic edges just like with the previous model.
Interior
The interior of the V12 Vantage S will be available with an optional Carbon Fiber pack. It will come with new seats and several subtle designs updates including revised stitching for the leather elements.
The dashboard has been keep clean; keeping most of the controls in the central panel or integrated into the wheel.
Aston Martin is due to ship the in January 2014. Currently they are accepting pre-orders. All the improvements and tweaks aim to make the 2014 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S the top of the line model.
