Vantage GT12

The Aston Martin Vantage GT12, produced in strictly limited run of 100 examples in 2015-2016, represents most extreme road-going Aston Martin created at time featuring 6.0-liter AM57 quad-cam V12 engine producing 600 PS (592 horsepower / 441 kW) at 7,000 rpm and 461 lb-ft torque at 5,500 rpm. Weight reduced by approximately 100 kg to 1,565 kg through carbon fiber front fenders and hood, magnesium torque tube, full titanium exhaust system, with additional 50 kg reduction available through optional polycarbonate rear and rear quarter windows and carbon fiber roof. Performance achieves 0-60 mph acceleration in 3.5 seconds, 0.2 seconds quicker than V12 Vantage S, though top speed reduces from 205 mph to 185 mph due to increased downforce and larger frontal area from aerodynamic enhancements.

The GT12 design strongly influenced by race-specification V12 Vantage GT3, incorporating aerodynamic elements and track-focused engineering while maintaining road legality. Sportshift III seven-speed single-clutch paddle-shift gearbox mounted in rear transaxle layout provides optimal weight distribution. All 100 examples sold before Geneva Show opening despite £250,000 price point demonstrating immediate collectibility. The combination of powerful naturally aspirated V12 engine, significant weight reduction through carbon fiber and titanium components, GT3-derived aerodynamics and chassis tuning, extreme exclusivity with 100-unit production, and transaxle layout providing exceptional handling balance makes Vantage GT12 ultimate expression of traditional Aston Martin front-engine V12 sports car philosophy and highly collectible limited-edition supercar.