Especificaciones y análisis del Aston Martin DBS
Power
517HP
Torque
570Nm
Consumption
15.5l/100
Emissions
367g/km
0-100 km/h
4.3s
Top Speed
295km/h
Weight
1810kg
Price
281,524€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
- L
78 L
380 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Aston Martin DBS Touchtronic II · 517 CV (2009-2010)
General description
The 2009 Aston Martin DBS is not just a car; it's the embodiment of the British Grand Tourer at its finest. Heir to a legendary lineage and popularized on the big screen, this coupe combines timeless elegance with the raw power of its heart, a majestic 5.9-liter V12 engine delivering 517 horsepower of pure emotion. It's a statement of intent, a work of art designed to devour continents with style and an unforgettable soundtrack.
Driving experience
Starting the DBS is like awakening a beast. The initial roar of the V12 is a promise of what's to come: a visceral acceleration that pins you to the seat, reaching 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.3 seconds. Every shift of the Touchtronic II transmission is an event, every corner a conversation between the driver, the chassis, and the asphalt. It's not a car you simply drive; you feel it. The connection is analog, pure, an increasingly rare experience that gives you goosebumps and quickens your pulse long before you approach its limit.
Design and aesthetics
Its silhouette is a masterpiece of proportion and restrained aggression. Based on the already beautiful DB9, the DBS sculpts its muscles with extensive use of carbon fiber on the hood, diffuser, and other aerodynamic appendages. The fluid, elegant lines contrast with the widened air intakes and a lower, more determined stance. It's the perfect duality between a gentleman in a bespoke suit and an elite athlete ready for action. A design that, more than a decade later, still turns heads and elicits sighs.
Technology and features
In its time, the DBS represented a remarkable technological display focused on performance. Its bonded aluminum chassis, the Adaptive Damping System, and the imposing standard carbon-ceramic brakes were technology derived directly from racing. The 6-speed 'Touchtronic II' automatic transmission allowed for sequential manual control that, while not as fast as later dual-clutch gearboxes, offered a mechanical and rewarding connection with the powerful V12 engine.
Competition
In the pantheon of high-performance grand tourers, the DBS faced legendary titans. Its most direct rival was the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, another front-engined V12 that represented Italian passion. It also competed in spirit with the Lamborghini Murciélago, although the latter played in the league of pure supercars. From a more luxurious perspective, the Bentley Continental GT Speed offered a British alternative, albeit with a much greater focus on comfort than on the radical sportiness of the Aston Martin.
Conclusion
The Aston Martin DBS is much more than the sum of its parts. It is one of the last flagships of a golden era: that of the large, loud, naturally aspirated V12 engine. It is a car with a soul, a travel companion that rewards with pure sensations and an unparalleled character. Owning it is not a rational decision; it's an act of passion for beauty, sound, and the thrill of driving in its purest form. A timeless gem that represents the pinnacle of a way of understanding the automobile.