The DBR9 and DBRS9 vehicles, in fact, carry the same front mid-mounted powerplant tuned to about 600 bhp. Remember? The DBR1 six also powered the DB4, DB5 and DB6, now 50 years ago.
AM engineers have enhanced engine performance on the DBS with a bypass engine air intake port that opens at 5500 rpm to draw more fresh air into the 10.9:1 engine as well as re-profiled air-intake ports that improve airflow into the chambers. Two additional air-flow vents on the hood also improve the performance as well as the bulging look of power.
The rear mid-mounted six-speed manual connects up to a limited-slip differential with a final drive ratio of 3.71:1, which delivers excellent mid and upper-range responsiveness. The steering is rack and pinion with speed-sensitive power-assisted steering. All of this, of course, might help in having the Honor Blackman in your life flip for you - with no need for judo. |
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DBS: Dr. Yes to Performance and Prowess
In addition to elegantly harnessed raw power, the DBS offers Aston Martin veterans and initiates a number of other marque firsts: carbon-fiber construction; ceramic brakes; active, adjustable suspension; semi-aniline leather; and an ECU starting crystal.
Although the Vanquish incorporated carbon-fiber, these panels were covered with aluminum, so the DBS is the first production AMto use thismaterials technology-developed in the aerospace and motorsports industries. These body panels are found in the trunk enclosure and lid, door opening surrounds, front wings and hood. The remaining shell is an equally lightweight aluminum/ magnesium alloy. Together, this means a body weight reduction by about 20 pounds.
The meticulously constructed panels direct airflow around the car: "The DBS bodywork is a harmonious composition of flowing, muscular forms," the company's brochure says excitedly. What's |
