Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Sports Car 2010–2015 Up to 565 hp 330 km/h Top Speed

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage is the ultimate expression of an insane idea: fitting a 6.0-litre V-12 into the compact Vantage body, creating one of the most dramatic and character-filled drivers’ cars Aston Martin has ever sold.

6.0L

NA V-12 Engine

565 hp

Peak Power (S)

3.7 sec

0–100 km/h (S)

330 km/h

Top Speed (S)

Overview

The V12 Vantage began as an insider concept: if you could fit the 6.0-litre V-12 from the DBS into the compact Vantage body, what would you get? The answer was a 510 hp front-engined sports car with breathtaking performance, intense driver feedback, and a driving experience that has never been replicated — before or since — in any production Aston Martin.

Launched in 2010 as a limited run, demand forced regular production. The 2013 V12 Vantage S raised the ante with 565 hp, a 7-speed automated manual gearbox option, and suspension changes that made it genuinely trackable by skilled drivers. Limited availability in Roadster form added a further dimension.

In Azerbaijan, the V12 Vantage — especially the S — is one of the most desired collector sports cars from the Gaydon era. Its combination of rarity, extreme character, and V-12 drama in a compact body makes it a must-consider for the serious enthusiast.

V12 Vantage in Pictures

Front Quarter

Side Profile

Rear View

Interior

Vantage S

Roadster

Key Specifications

Engine: 6.0-litre naturally aspirated V-12 in the compact Vantage body.
Power: 510 hp (base) or 565 hp (Vantage S).
Torque: 570–620 Nm.
Transmission: 6-speed manual (original) or 7-speed automated manual (S).
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive; extreme front-weight distribution from V-12.
Structure: VH bonded aluminium — modified Vantage platform.
Kerb weight: Approximately 1,680 kg.
Driver character: Raw, intense, highly physical — not a GT car.

Variant Comparison

Variant	Engine	Power	Torque	0–100 km/h	Top Speed	Best For
V12 Vantage (2010)	6.0L NA V-12	510 hp	570 Nm	4.2 sec	306 km/h	V-12 in a sports car body
V12 Vantage S (2013)	6.0L NA V-12	565 hp	620 Nm	3.7 sec	330 km/h	Extreme driver's car
V12 Vantage Roadster	6.0L NA V-12	510 hp	570 Nm	4.3 sec	298 km/h	Open-top V-12 extremity

V12 Vantage vs. Key Competitors

Model	Core Strength	Main Compromise (Local Context)
Aston Martin V12 Vantage	V-12 in a Vantage body — unmatched character	Extreme front-weight bias; very demanding to drive fast
Ferrari 599 GTO	Lighter, higher-revving V-12, more track-ready	Less GT compliant, much higher running costs
Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera	All-wheel drive, lighter body	Different character; less elegant
Porsche 911 GT3 RS	More precise, stronger track credentials	Flat-six, less exotic presence
Aston Martin Vanquish S	Better balanced GT car, bigger body	Not as raw or aggressive as V12 Vantage S

Ownership Cost Calculator (Azerbaijan)

Annual distance (km)Fuel consumption (L/100km)Fuel price ($/litre)Annual service budget ($)Annual insurance ($)Annual tires/wheels ($)

Estimated fuel used: 1280 litres/year
Estimated annual fuel cost: $960
Total annual ownership estimate: $10460
Average monthly ownership estimate: $872

Should You Buy an Aston Martin V12 Vantage?

The V12 Vantage is for serious drivers who want the most intense, characterful Aston Martin road car from the Gaydon era. It is physically and mentally demanding to drive fast, rewards mastery, and offers V-12 drama in a package unlike anything else.

Do not buy it expecting everyday GT comfort. Do buy it if you want a collector sports car that will be impossible to replicate in future years as naturally aspirated V-12 sports cars become increasingly rare.