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1996→1999 Aston Martin V8 Coupe

1996→1999 Aston Martin V8 Coupe

1996→1999 Aston Martin V8 Coupe

In 1996 Aston Martin upgraded the Virage into the V8 Coupe. Included were new headlights with a triple arrangement on each side. The model was introduced at the 1996 Geneva Motor Show.

In Detail

submitted by Richard Owen
type Series Production Car
production years 1996 – 1999
built at Newport Pagnell, England
price $ $ 220,181
engine V8
valvetrain Quad Cam, 4 Valves / Cyl
displacement 5340 cc / 325.9 in³
compression 9.75:1
power 260.0 kw / 348.7 bhp @ 6000 rpm
specific output 65.3 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 178.82 bhp per tonne
torque 500.0 nm / 368.8 ft lbs @ 4300 rpm
body / frame Aluminum w/Steel Chassis
driven wheels Front Engine / RWD
front tires F 255/50ZR-18
rear tires R 255/50ZR-18
front brakes Vented Discs w/ABS
rear brakes Vented Discs w/ABS
front wheels F 45.7 x 43.2 cm / 18.0 x 17.0 in
rear wheels R 45.7 x 43.2 cm / 18.0 x 17.0 in
steering Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
curb weight 1950 kg / 4299 lbs
wheelbase 2611 mm / 102.8 in
front track 1540 mm / 60.6 in
rear track 1580 mm / 62.2 in
length 4750 mm / 187.0 in
width 1950 mm / 76.8 in
height 1330 mm / 52.4 in
transmission 4-Speed Auto
final drive 4.09:1
top speed ~241.4 kph / 150.0 mph
0 – 60 mph ~5.9 seconds