V12 Vantage S vs. its rivals

Following its unveiling last month, Aston Martin has now announced pricing and full specifications for the new V12 Vantage S.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013) Side

In the UK the cost is £138,000, an amount that pitches it against coupé rivals such as the Audi R8 V10 Plus S tronic and Porsche 911 Turbo S:

Model V12 Vantage S R8 V10 Plus S tronic 911 Turbo S
UK price £138,000 £128,710 £140,852
Engine 6.0 litre V12 5.2 litre V10 3.8 litre F6
Power 565 bhp (421 kW / 573 PS) 542 bhp (405 kW / 550 PS) 552 bhp (412 kW / 560 PS)
Torque 620 Nm (457 lb/ft) 540 Nm (398 lb/ft) 700 Nm (516 lb/ft)
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch 7-speed PDK dual-clutch
Driven wheels Rear All All
0-62 mph (100 km/h) 3.9 secs 3.5 secs 3.1 secs
Top speed 205 mph (330 km/h) 197 mph (318 km/h) 197 mph (318 km/h)
Weight 1,665 kg (3,670 lbs) 1,595 kg (3,516 lbs) 1,605 kg (3,538 lbs)

The V12 Vantage S has been priced at $184,995 for the United States market, while in Germany it costs €179,950. Buyers in Australia will have to part with A$389,300.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013) Front SideAston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013) Interior

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013) TopAston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013) Rear Side

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