The second-generation Vantage uses Mercedes-AMG's M177 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8. The engine sits as far back in the chassis as possible, for a 50/50 weight distribution. It was the first Aston Martin production car with an electronically controlled torque-vectoring differential. Ours is a 2023 Vantage F1 Edition in Jet Black, with an automatic gearbox.