Aston Martin Racing has launched a new Vantage GT4 for 2011. The new V8 engined racing Vantage GT4 takes design inspiration from Aston Martin’s V12 Vantage road car, giving it enhanced aerodynamics and increased downforce.
It also has a remapped 4.7 litre engine offering increased levels of power and torque.
As with the current 4.7 litre Vantage GT4, which made its race debut in 2009, the 2011 car is closely based on the V8 Vantage road car with key attributes being carried over including the aluminium chassis, base engine and suspension design. In addition to the engine and aero upgrades, competitors can, for the first time, choose a race-developed Bosch ABS and traction control system.
2011 Vantage GT4 specification
Engine:
• 4.7 litre V8 GT4 race specification engine with new engine mapping for 2011
• Transmission:
• SportshiftTM or 6-speed manual gearbox
• Twin plate competition clutch
• Limited slip differential
Chassis:
• Aluminium chassis with Aston Martin Racing-designed steel roll cage to FIA regulations
• V8 Vantage road car bodywork with new:
• - V12 Vantage front bumper and splitter
• - V12 Vantage rear bumper and diffuser
• - V12 Vantage increased rear boot ‘flip’
• - V12 Vantage clear rear lights
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