Aston Martin V12 Vantage signs off with a 700 HP special

The 2023 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has been officially revealed, and just like its predecessor, it’s absolutely bonkers!

The new V12 Vantage, based on the latest generation, packs a 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 engine that makes 690 hp and 555 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission which drives the rear wheels via a mechanical limited-slip differential.

With the car tipping the scales at 3975 lbs, the power-to-weight ratio has gone up by 20% compared to the V8 model. Everything from the front and rear bumpers, fenders, hood and boot lid is made from carbon fibre. The car also comes with a stainless steel exhaust and a lightweight battery.

The bespoke exterior of the new V12 Vantage has been designed to generate 204 kg of downforce at top speed, which is a dizzying 200 mph. Aston claims that the car will sprint from 0-62 mph in 3.5 seconds.

The V12 Vantage comes with a specifically tuned chassis. It has a new adaptive suspension with retuned anti-roll bars, bushes and springs, making it up to 50% stiffer than the standard model.