Big Engine, Little Car: Aston Martin V12 Vantage First Drive

Big engine, small car – this is the ultimate go-fast formula when it comes to building supercars, and one that’s given us some famous machines.

The AC Cobra, the stunning Bugatti Veyron and even the original McLaren F1 all share that special balance between engine size and overall bulk. So, is Aston Martin’s new V12 Vantage ready to join this small, exclusive club?

On paper, you’d certainly think so! At 4,382mm long, the V12 Vantage is about the same length as a Ford Focus. Yet squeezed under the lightweight, heavily vented bonnet is the enormous 6.0-litre V12 that debuted in the incredible DBS.

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chemo - 7/17/2009 11:10:23 PM

+5 Boost

Love it, want it. Too bad it depreciates faster than it accelerates.

Agent63 - 7/18/2009 6:36:04 AM

+1 Boost

But for those who buy these they don't think about resale value, they just want to drive!, especially this V12 Vantage! WHO CARES! it will still sound great in 8 years and still look stunning. After 8 years who cares about resale value it's a keeper.

Type707 - 7/18/2009 1:00:43 PM

+1 Boost

Agree Aston Martins are dead sexies...although they do have some similarities to Jaguars XK

Bmw8ter - 7/19/2009 3:23:52 PM

+1 Boost

"Steering is weighty, and has a MEATY, direct feel"

When it comes to complimenting steering feel and/or steering wheels, "meaty" has always been the one adjective that I never thought fit well.