2009 Aston Martin Vantage GT4
November 15, 2008 by George Skentzos
Aston Martin has launched the new 2009 Vantage GT4 racer which parallels the recently released 4.7 litre V8 Vantage as its race-spec counterpart.
The hand-built Vantage GT4 was unveiled in Dubai this week after six months of development by Aston Martin Racing, and tested extensively at the Dubai Autodrome.
The 4.7-litre V8 engine has been recalibrated for race use, featuring a free flowing exhaust system and air filters, with the standard V8 dry sump lubrication system maintained to help prevent oil surge during cornering.
An evolution of the previous 4.3 litre Vantage N24, the more responsive larger capacity engine provides increased torque throughout the rev range.
“We have built on this success to develop the Vantage GT4, a competitive racing car for professional and semi-professional drivers, but also a forgiving car which will appeal to enthusiasts who wish to use it for track days and club racing.”
The Vantage GT4 can be supplied with either a six speed manual, or a Sportshift transmission with paddle controls, although both versions feature a Valeo twin-plate cerametallic racing clutch and lightweight flywheel to complete the powertrain specification.
Inside, the car has been fitted with a high-strength steel rollcage and Recaro competition seats, suede-trimmed steering wheel with quick release mechanism, Sabelt sixpoint safety harness with a push-button release and Lifeline Zero 360 gas extinguisher system.
The suspension has only been slightly retuned for competition; this includes larger diameter front and rear anti-roll bars and adjustable ride height aluminium dampers, as well as single rate, flat ground springs with separate helper springs and a modified front subframe to dial in some extra camber.
Active safety systems are directly carried over to the Vantage GT4, including dynamic stability control, traction control, ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution, providing reassurance and enhanced control in slippery conditions.
Aston Martin Racing is now the only manufacturer to produce cars in each of the GT classes: GT1, GT2, GT3 and GT4.
Tags: Aston Martin Vantage, Aston Martin Vantage CT4
What! That car got the looks!
Awww! They’ve given it lip stick! I’d prefer a normal one thank you. It’s great I’m sure but I think Aston Martin is really good at striking a great balance in between GT and super car.
i dont like the red strips at all. orginal one please
I was at jag/volvo/aston on Saturday trying to show my wife the XC60 which they have in the country at the moment. It was next to a black DB7 GT4 that was so gorgeous that I couldnt get the missus to look at the XC60 for more than a few seconds at a time. and the engine noise when they drove it off…sweeeeeeeet! I think if the driver had invited my wife in, that would have been the last that I saw her!