2011 Concept – Designed for the focused driver, the Aston Martin V12 has been honed with pure driving enjoyment in mind. The V12 Zagato combines Aston Martin’s most dynamic bonded aluminium platform with the power of the 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque.
Aston Martin car manufacturer that has long been known for its ability to produce cars that are able to answer future challenges that, again presents a new concept car: V12 Zagato. V8 Vantage Zagato reviving a collaboration which has produced some of the most beautiful and sought-after cars in the world based on Aston Martin’s ultimate performance interpretation of the V12 Vantage. The muscular organic Zagato forms define the thoroughbred nature of the car’s racing credentials.
The original DB4GT Zagato was a true icon, powerful and graceful; the new design is a true representation of the spirit of DB4GT Zagato. The Aston Martin V12 Zagato is an elegant yet brutal design which reflects the great balance between race performance and pure Aston Martin style.
The V12 Vantage which forms the basis of the Aston Martin V12 Zagato has been proven on the race track as early as 2009 with a class win in its debut race at the 24 hour race at Nürburgring in close to production specification. The racing debut of the Aston Martin V12 Zagato will be at the 53. ADAC ACAS H&R-Cup VLN round at the Nürburgring on 28th May 2011 with a view to two cars racing at the 24 hour race on 25/26 June.
Featuring a new handcrafted aluminium body, the Aston Martin V12 Zagato delivers a beautiful and muscular design not possible using pre-formed panel techniques. Each front wing alone comprises seven separate pieces of aluminium, combined and then hand finished to give one flowing form. Another iconic Zagato design cue is the double bubble roof created in this case from five separate pieces illustrating further the intensity of craftsmanship involved in the construction of the Aston Martin V12 Zagato.
