Neuer Aston Martin Vanquish 2025: Die V12-Legende lebt mit hochmoderner Technik und Design weiter

The Aston Martin Vanquish slated for a 2025 release continues to champion the V12 engine. Its stunning carbon fiber body turns heads wherever it goes. For some aficionados, nothing beats the classic V12 engine. Despite the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 in the DB12 producing a robust 680 horsepower and delivering a satisfying roar, it falls short in cylinder count for some purists. Hence, Aston Martin is reviving one of the automotive world's most iconic names with a V12 under the hood: the Vanquish.

Following a six-year hiatus and an unsuccessful attempt to craft a mid-engine supercar, the Aston Martin Vanquish has made a comeback, returning to its original grand touring (GT) roots. This ostentatiously large, potent, and opulent GT vehicle is equipped with a 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 engine, boasting 835 horsepower and capable of reaching a top speed of 345 kilometers per hour.

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The engine retains the basic dimensions of the previous Aston V12, but has been significantly re-engineered to surpass its predecessor. To boost power and torque – an immense 1,000 Newton-meters – while also complying with tightening emission regulations, the V12 has been equipped with a new block, heads, connectors, camshafts, connecting rods, turbochargers, injectors, and repositioned spark plugs. Essentially, it has undergone a comprehensive overhaul. Aston claims the engine is now unrecognizable from the old one.

Similar to the previous DBS Superleggera, the engine is paired with a rear-mounted eight-speed automatic transmission, yet like the latest Vantage and the DB12, it features an electronically controlled limited-slip differential.

With an output of 160 horsepower per liter, this power unit boasts the most significant specific output ever achieved by an Aston Martin V12 engine. As a result, the Vanquish 2024 is positioned at the pinnacle of an ongoing progression. Since the launch of the DB7 Vantage in 1999, the performance and torque figures for Aston Martin's leading V12 models have doubled.

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Among the technical advancements of the fresh V12 engine are a reinforced cylinder block and connecting rods, redesigned cylinder heads featuring reprofiled camshafts, as well as restructured intake and exhaust ports. The repositioned spark plugs and new fuel injectors, which boast a higher flow rate, contribute to an optimized combustion process, resulting in top-of-the-class power and enhanced efficiency. Additionally, the engine's performance and throttle response are further elevated by the introduction of new turbochargers that operate at increased speeds and with less inertia.

The latest turbochargers have been upgraded with a lower inertia and an increased speed capacity by 15%, enhancing the energy extraction from exhaust gases, boosting the engine's input, and elevating the new V12 engine to an advanced level of performance. Additionally, the introduction of new fuel injectors that feature a 10% increase in flow rate allows the engine to achieve its maximum power while simultaneously adhering to emission standards.

The engine also boasts a new feature called Boost Reserve, which allows for an increase in turbo pressure beyond what's needed for partial throttle, ensuring that drivers have access to turbo pressure when they require extra power. This is achieved through precise coordination between the throttle and the electronically regulated wastegate. Aston Martin states that the final drive ratio has been selected to enable a high top speed while still delivering robust acceleration – achieving 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds.

Similar to other contemporary Aston Martin models, the Vanquish is constructed with a bonded and extruded aluminum monocoque chassis. However, unlike the DB12 and Vantage, its body is primarily composed of carbon fiber. Aston Martin announces the Vanquish's dry weight to be 1,774 kilograms. The vehicle is fitted with a custom set of Pirelli P-Zero tires, with dimensions of 275/35 at the front and 325/30 at the rear. Included as part of the standard package are forged wheels and carbon-ceramic brakes, which serve to minimize unsprung weight.

Additionally, the vehicle is equipped with sophisticated suspension technology. The Vanquish features Bilstein DTX dampers, similar to those found in the latest Vantage and the DB12, and includes a six-axis inertial measurement unit for more accurate control of the dampers, electronic differential, and traction/stability control systems. Moreover, it introduces a novel system called Corner Braking to maintain rear stability when slowing down for corners.

Inside, the Vanquish mirrors the design of other modern Aston Martins, featuring a revamped central console loaded with tactile controls and a custom-designed entertainment system. Past Aston Martins were often criticized for their lackluster cabins, but the interior of the Vanquish appears to be anything but dull.

In contrast to the DB12, the Vanquish boasts larger dimensions, being lengthier, wider, and with a lower stance. It stretches approximately eight centimeters more in wheelbase, extends an additional 16.5 centimeters in total length, and spans about six centimeters more in width. However, its height has been reduced, adding to its lower profile. It unmistakably bears the Aston Martin signature look, but with a more sculpted front bonnet and more pronounced rear bulges.

The distinctively truncated rear fin is a design feature not seen on other recent Aston models, drawing inspiration from a series of vehicles the company raced at Le Mans in the 1960s, namely the DP212, DP214, and DP215. The silhouette and rear design elements also echo the limited-edition Valour, which in turn pays homage to the robust GT cars produced by Aston in the 1970s. This marks only the third occasion that Aston Martin has revived the Vanquish moniker.

The V12 engine still exists in this scenario as well.

Aston Martin has yet to disclose the pricing for their latest Vanquish model, but estimates suggest a starting price range between 250,000 and 300,000 Euros. The premium cost over other models in the lineup is justified by its limited production run, with the company aiming to produce just 1,000 units annually. Customers can anticipate the initial deliveries to commence from October 2024 onwards.

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