The brand new Aston Martin Vantage GT3 engineered by Aston Martin Racing was shaken down for the first time at Prodrive’s test track in Warwickshire.
The car was been driven by Jonny Adam. The car will compete for the first time next year.
V12 Vantage GT3 Specification
Engine
– Lightweight V12
– Dry sump oil system
– Engine repositioned to optimise weight distribution
– Target power 600 bhp
– Target torque 700 Nm
Transmission
– Xtrac 6 speed sequential transmission
– Racing clutch
– Limited slip ramp/plate differential
– Easily accessible drop gears
– Semi-automatic paddle shift gear change
– Carbon fibre propshaft
Chassis
– Lightweight aluminium chassis
– Steel roll cage to FIA safety standards
High speed pneumatic jack system
Steering
– Hydraulic power assisted steering
– Quick release steering wheel
Suspension
– Double wishbone suspension arms front
and rear with uniball bearings
– 2-way adjustable dampers front and rear
– Optimsed geometry for lower race ride height
Fuel system
– 110 litre fuel cell to FIA safety standards
– Twin quick release couplings
– Fuel cell location optimised for performance and safety
(behind the driver’s seat, inside the safety roll cage)
Brakes
– 6 pot front calipers
– Ventilated front brake disc
– 4 pot rear caliper
– Ventilated rear brake disc
– Floor mounted pedal box
– Manually adjustable front/rear brake bias
– Adjustable motorsport ABS
Wheels
– 12.5″ x 18″ front
– 13″ x 18″ rear
Tyres
– Front 30/68-18
– Rear 31/71-18
Cockpit
– Steering wheel mounted controls
– Driver display / data logger / shift lights / beacon
– 6-point safety harness
– Adjustable steering position
– Adjustable seat position
– Adjustable pedal box position
– Light weight battery
– Carbon fibre dash
– Fire extinguisher system
Aerodynamics
– Front splitter
– Adjustable full width carbon fibre rear wing
– Aerodynamically optimised bumpers, fenders and sills
Weight
– Target dry weight 1250kg
