The designers and engineers at Aston Martin Rapide have to miss a corresponding transformation and use the Rapide S at the Geneva Motor Show of its latest baby. But they tinkered around sharply at the front, the rear and the engine of the Racers, who now burns 558 hp instead of 477 proud in the record book.
Striking is the first which has become considerably larger grille, which is now no longer affected by a bridge. The large spoiler lip is designed to ensure that the lift on the front axle is reduced. Also at the rear has been redesigned rangeklotzt powerful. The small rear spoiler was much more drawn to the center to create more downforce. Another new feature is the rear apron with diffuser insert inserted. Otherwise, of course, falls on the beautifully kept flat roof line and the beautiful, chrome-ringed window.
Under the long bonnet now operates a 6-liter V12 naturally aspirated engine, which releases at 6,750 rpm, the already mentioned 558 hp. And the torque has increased slightly over the old unit. The luxury-athletes from England now presses 620 Nm at 5,500 rpm on the road. The top speed of the car is 305 km / h - full 11 km / h more than in the past. The fuel consumption will be lower still by a whopping 7% and now stands at l "only" 14.9 to 100 km. With the help of an adaptive damper system, the pilot can choose between three different driving modes: Normal, Sport and Track.
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