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| | '''[[Aston Martin]] V8''' generally refers to the 1969 to 1990 [[Aston Martin DBS|DBS]]-based [[Aston Martin V8]] model. However, a number of other vehicles could use this name as well. Following is a list of all Aston Martin V8 road cars: |
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| | * 1969–1990 [[Aston Martin V8|V8]] |
| |Marque = Aston Martin
| | * 1976–1989 [[Aston Martin Lagonda|V8 Lagonda]] |
| | | | * 1977–1989 [[Aston Martin V8 Vantage (1977)|V8 Vantage]] |
| |Production = 1973 - 1999
| | * 1988–2000 [[Aston Martin Virage|V8 Virage]] |
| |Class = GT car | | * 1993–1999 [[Aston Martin Virage|V8 Vantage]] |
| |Body Style = 2-door coupe
| | * 2005– [[Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2005)|V8 Vantage]] |
| |Length = 4648 mm
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| |Width = 1829 mm
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| |Height = 1328 mm
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| |Wheelbase = 2611 mm
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| |Weight = 1724 kg
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| |Transmission = 5-speed manual | |
| |Engine = V8
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| |Power = 340 bhp 5600 rpm
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| 542 Nm 5600 rpm
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| The '''Aston Martin V8 Vantage''' was hailed at its 1977 introduction as "Britain's First [[Supercar]]" for its 170 mph (274 km/h) top speed. Its engine was shared with the [[Aston Martin Lagonda|Lagonda]], but the it used high-performance [[camshaft]]s, increased compression ratio, larger inlet valves and bigger [[carburettor]]s mounted on new manifolds for increased output. Straight-line performance was the best of the day, with acceleration from 0–60 mph (0–100 km/h) in 5.3 seconds, one-tenth of a second quicker than the [[Ferrari Daytona]].
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| The Vantage name had previously been used on a number of high-performance versions of Aston Martin cars, but this was a separate model. Although based on the [[Aston Martin V8]], numerous detail changes added up to a unique driving experience. One of the most noticeable features was the closed-off hood bulge rather than the open scoop found on the normal V8. The grille area was also closed off, with twin driving lights inserted and a spoiler added to the bootlid.
| | ==See Also== |
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| The Oscar India, introduced in 1978, featured an integrated tea-tray spoiler and smoother bonnet bulge. Inside, wood replaced some of the vinyl padding giving a more luxurious appearance. This line was produced, with some changes, until 1990.
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| The 1986-1989 580X V8 Vantage was more of a mechanical update. 16-inch (406-mm) wheels were now fitted, as was the more powerful V8 from the limited-edition [[Aston Martin V8 Zagato|V8 Zagato]].
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| Cosmetic Vantages were built for the United States market — they lacked the powerful Vantage engine but retained the Vantage name, and the look was changed with a flattened hood. From 1980 they featured DOT-approved {{convert|5|mi/h|km/h|0|abbr=on}} safety bumpers front and rear.
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| A '''Vantage Volante''' [[convertible]] version was also produced.
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| ==James Bond==
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| [[James Bond]]'s car (B549 WUU) in the 1987 film ''[[The Living Daylights]]'' is somewhat confusing. At the beginning of the film, the car is a V8 Vantage Volante (convertible), complete with Vantage badges. The car used in these scenes was a preproduction Vantage Volante owned by Aston Martin Lagonda chairman, [[Victor Gauntlett]]. Later, the car is fitted with a hardtop ("winterised") at [[Q Branch]], and these scenes feature a pair of [[Aston Martin V8|non-Vantage V8 saloons]], fitted with the same number plate and Vantage badges as the initial car. Clearly, the later cars are intended to be the same Volante.[http://www.astonmartins.com/v8/007_v8.htm]
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| The alterations and gadgets featured were:
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| * Tire Spikes
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| * Jet engine behind rear number plate
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| * Retractable outriggers
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| * Heat-seeking missiles behind fog lights
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| * Lasers in front wheel hubcaps
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| * Bulletproof windows
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| * Fireproof body
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| * Self-destruct system
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