Specifications: Aston Martin AMV8 5.3 V8 (385 Hp) Vantage 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989

Aston Martin AMV8 5.3 V8 (385 Hp) Vantage – Full specifications
General information
Brand	Aston Martin
Model	AMV8
Generation	AMV8
Modification (Engine)	5.3 V8 (385 Hp) Vantage
Start of production	1977 year
End of production	1989 year
Powertrain Architecture	Internal Combustion engine
Body type	Coupe
Seats	4
Doors	2
Performance specs
Fuel Type	Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed	274 km/h 170.26 mph
Weight-to-power ratio	4.5 kg/Hp, 222.9 Hp/tonne
Engine specs
Power	385 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre	72.1 Hp/l
Engine layout	Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement	5340 cm³ 325.87 cu. in.
Number of cylinders	8
Engine configuration	V-engine
Cylinder Bore	100 mm 3.94 in.
Piston Stroke	85 mm 3.35 in.
Compression ratio	9:1
Engine aspiration	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain	DOHC

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight	1727 kg 3807.38 lbs.
Dimensions
Length	4674 mm 184.02 in.
Width	1830 mm 72.05 in.
Height	1330 mm 52.36 in.
Wheelbase	2610 mm 102.76 in.
Front track	1500 mm 59.06 in.
Rear (Back) track	1500 mm 59.06 in.
Ride height (ground clearance)	140 mm 5.51 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)	11.58 m 37.99 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox	5 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension	Double wishbone
Rear suspension	Suspension De-Dion
Front brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear brakes	Ventilated discs
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion

Aston Martin AMV8 5.3 V8 (385 Hp) Vantage – Full specifications