The second-generation Vantage uses Mercedes-AMG's M177 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, rated at 503 horsepower and 505 lb-ft of torque. A rear-mounted ZF eight-speed automatic and an engine set far back in the chassis give it a 50/50 weight distribution. It was the first Aston Martin production car with an electronically controlled torque-vectoring differential. The one we have is Magnetic Silver over Obsidian Black, with red stitching and carbon fiber trim. Paint protection film and a ceramic coating are applied.