A mysterious Aston Martin prototype was recently
spotted on the Nürburgring and now we're starting to learn more about the
model. Initial speculation suggested the car was a prototype for the DB11 S but
Autocar is reporting the vehicle is actually a mule for the next-generation
Vanquish.
Expected to be launched next year, the Vanquish will
reportedly become a hardcore performance model to help distance itself from the
svelte DB11. Aston Martin hasn't said much about the car but the
report says it will use an upgraded version of the company's twin-turbo
5.2-liter V12 engine. The engine normally produces 600 hp but the new
version will reportedly "edge it towards the realm occupied by the Ferrari
812 Superfast" which has a 6.5-liter V12 developing 789 hp. This
enables the prancing horse to rocket from 0-100 km in 2.9 seconds
before hitting a top speed of 340 km/h.
To help it deal with the increased power, the
Vanquish will reportedly have an aggressive exterior with a front splitter and
a large rear spoiler. The chassis will carryover from the DB11 but it will
likely see some modifications due to its sporting focus.
