McLaren Life banner
Cancel

Aston Martin DB12

2217 Views 42 Replies 10 Participants Last post by  qvpower, 
Jonathan19
The Aston Martin DB12 will be unveiled on May 24!
Automotive lighting Hood Vehicle Automotive design Grille
See less See more
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 2
1 - 20 of 43 Posts
invisiblewave
Yawn.
Reply
Save
Like
  • Haha
Reactions: 1
qvpower
New nose job and ass tuck from AM for its DB11.
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
M
Well at least this one isn't a tesco value AMG GT like the v8 Vantage is
Reply
Save
Like
qvpower
mzivtins said:
Well at least this one isn't a tesco value AMG GT like the v8 Vantage is
Click to expand...
Well... you do know the DB12 will be powered by AMG v8TT like the Vahalla as well? So, in that sense, they are all becoming tesco value cars? lol
Reply
Save
Like
Jonathan19
Some rumors about the DB12.
  • It will only be available with a new V8 from AMG.
  • Just under 700hp and massive torque.
  • £185k base price.
  • A dual screen infotainment system, developed in-house by Aston Martin, bespoke and entirely new.
  • The big return to the cascading center console.
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
M
qvpower said:
Well... you do know the DB12 will be powered by AMG v8TT like the Vahalla as well? So, in that sense, they are all becoming tesco value cars? lol
Click to expand...
What a fucking let down

Only reason I call the am v8 vantage a tesco value amg gt is because it has the engine below the one found in the gt
Reply
Save
Like
qvpower
mzivtins said:
What a fucking let down

Only reason I call the am v8 vantage a tesco value amg gt is because it has the engine below the one found in the gt
Click to expand...
Well. the difference between M177 that the Aston has and the M178 engine AMG GT has is wet sump vs dry sump and twin scroll.. same block internals so both engines can take big power. AM is generally not a track machine so wet sump should be fine. Most likely Vahalla will have the M178 but nevertheless still an AMG engine. Tobias is a big fan of AMG...lol. But to be fair, any of the M177 on up series v8TT makes gobs of reliable power and are actually really good power dense engines over AM's old v12 TT with less weight.
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
L
qvpower said:
Well. the difference between M177 that the Aston has and the M178 engine AMG GT has is wet sump vs dry sump and twin scroll.. same block internals so both engines can take big power. AM is generally not a track machine so wet sump should be fine. Most likely Vahalla will have the M178 but nevertheless still an AMG engine. Tobias is a big fan of AMG...lol. But to be fair, any of the M177 on up series v8TT makes gobs of reliable power and are actually really good power dense engines over AM's old v12 TT with less weight.
Click to expand...
I was told that the Valhalla engine is based on the AMG, but that much of it will be modified/bespoke from what's in the AMG GT. Take that for what it's worth, but that's what they said to me at Monterey last fall.
Reply
Save
Like
qvpower
LRHunter said:
I was told that the Valhalla engine is based on the AMG, but that much of it will be modified/bespoke from what's in the AMG GT. Take that for what it's worth, but that's what they said to me at Monterey last fall.
Click to expand...
Well, Lamborghini touted their Revuelto v12 as new but its still based on the Aventador engine to a certain extent... Its just marketing and wording in how much of it is new or bespoke. The AMG engine block is pretty stout stock which safely can do 800+ hp. Changing or modifying if only to work better as hybrid might be the only thing unique about it. If they are saying modifying the engine or its internals when the stock internals are already forged means its really just marketing.... Up til now, AM engines have been pretty underwhelming because a. Their one V12 TT has been tuned in various hp trims but really its just the one engine with different programming... b. Their AMG v8TT is the one engine for its DB11 and soon to be 12 along with their Vantage, DBX and 707X which with small changes have also different hp. So, in other words, as since the V12 is now dead, AM only has one AMG engine in various guises powering their entire lineup... That type of powerplant line up is far from being the British Ferrari they want to be...
See less See more
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 2
L
At the end of the day if the Valhalla produces the power and the sound I want, that’s all I care about. Visually, I think it’s absolutely stunning. Latest I heard is that depositors are going to get to configure their cars at the end of the year now. I was told mid year at Monterey last fall, so it seem they are slipping the schedule a bit…
Reply
Save
Like
  • Helpful
Reactions: 1
qvpower
LRHunter said:
At the end of the day if the Valhalla produces the power and the sound I want, that’s all I care about. Visually, I think it’s absolutely stunning. Latest I heard is that depositors are going to get to configure their cars at the end of the year now. I was told mid year at Monterey last fall, so it seem they are slipping the schedule a bit…
Click to expand...
Well if you are looking for sound and power, the Lambo Revuelto will sound better and with 1000k hp. There is only so much you can do with a V8TT sound vs a high revving V12.
Reply
Save
Like
L
qvpower said:
Well if you are looking for sound and power, the Lambo Revuelto will sound better and with 1000k hp. There is only so much you can do with a V8TT sound vs a high revving V12.
Click to expand...
Too bad because I think the Revuelto is hideous.
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
qvpower
LRHunter said:
Too bad because I think the Revuelto is hideous.
Click to expand...
Well, its either that or get the Valkyrie since its essentially a Redbull developed car with Cosworth V12 and pretty much the only thing AM is the badge and the funding. V8TT I think Mclarens and its v8TT replacement hybrid will be a better machine than the Valhalla. But nothing will beat a V12 sound...
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
Jonathan19
3
Grand is not enough!
Helmet Hood Automotive lighting Flash photography Automotive tire

15 May 2023, Gaydon, UK: A new era of class-leading performance, driving dynamics and ultra-luxury is nearly upon us. A new benchmark.

Final preparations are underway as Aston Martin plans to unveil a new generation of the legendary DB bloodline on 24 May 2023, a landmark date heralding the start of the ultra-luxury British brand’s next generation.
Electronic instrument Automotive design Audio equipment Gadget Personal luxury car

Core values of high-performance and ultra-luxury are spearheading Aston Martin’s next generation of sports cars, and this first model will be a stunning example of what’s to come. A generation that will see all Aston Martin models characterised by prodigious performance and pinpoint driving dynamics, seamless integration of advanced technologies and the sublime style and impeccable craftsmanship for which the brand has long been renowned.

This highly anticipated sports car will break free from the norms of the GT sector, creating a new category of one celebrating 75 years of Aston Martin’s iconic DB bloodline of exceptional hand-built British sportscars.
Tire Hood Automotive lighting Automotive tire Vehicle

This is no mere GT. Grand is not enough.
See less See more
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
qvpower
Yep they nailed that message correctly.. Grand is not enough to save Aston Martin and boost up their sales with a nose and ass tuck with updated infotainment interior.. :ROFLMAO:
Reply
Save
Like
Dark Knight 650
It’s called the DB12 and only has a V8?
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
qvpower
Dark Knight 650 said:
It’s called the DB12 and only has a V8?
Click to expand...
It may still run the old v12TT... AM V12 in service til 2026 so most likely... Or they have the DB12 with v8 and the new DBS with v12... They cant figure things out too well over there right now.. .
Reply
Save
Like
EWGT
Dark Knight 650 said:
It’s called the DB12 and only has a V8?
Click to expand...
Ironic given that they went from DB7 to DB9 so that nobody would think the DB8 was only a V8!
Reply
Save
Like
  • Like
Reactions: 1
Jonathan19
New Teaser, only 6 days.

Grand is not enough. This will be sharper.
Reply
Save
Like
1 - 20 of 43 Posts
McLaren Life
McLaren Life is the best McLaren forum to discuss reliability, problems & more for supercar models like the F1, P1, 570, 650, 12C, and 720S!
Full Forum Listing
Explore Our Forums
(P11) McLaren MP4-12C (P14) McLaren 720S (P13) McLaren 570S McLaren Lounge (P12) McLaren P1 (& F1)
Top