Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2012Change

"One thing the Vantage Roadster is not short of is rivals: everyone wants to join in the sports car game. But when you pull up on your driveway, lock and walk away, there aren't many that demand you stop, turn around and take one last look before you go."

The engine is Aston’s familiar 4.7-liter aluminum V-8, with improved intake airflow, new mufflers, and new programming that keeps the exhaust system’s bypass valves open longer. The net is 430 hp and 361 lb-ft of torque, gains of 10 ponies and 15 lb-ft. Although it’s a small gain in output, the S’s new transmission (more on that in a moment) should help it whittle the Vantage’s 0-to-60-mph time down from the 4.3 of the last example we tested to about four flat. Beyond that, the menacing V-8 sounds that emerge when the bypass valves open up and the engine soars toward redline are almost worth the price premium on their own, with or without the extra thrust.

This car is fantastic. It does so much for the drive offering the driver the most comfortable ride and giving the driver the power that comes with all 420 horse power.

The sound in this car is fantastic. This is a great car for long road trips. I love this car so much. It is sophisticated and well made. Any driver can tell that Aston Martian has put their soul into crafting such a master piece .