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Luxury Racing Concept Cars

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 is Futuristic and Fast

— November 25, 2011 — Autos
Racing enthusiasts and car junkies alike are foaming from the mouth at the sight of the Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3, which begins track testing this month. This futuristic-looking concept will go on to replace the Aston Martin GBRS9 introduced back in 2006.

With hopes of being ready for the start of the 2012 racing season, the Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 will soon begin its testing phase, as engineers work on fine tuning the racetrack behemoth. Fitted with a bonded aluminum chassis and equipped with a 6.0-liter V12 engine, which engineers at Aston Martin's racing division have overhauled with experienced gained during the six year tenure on the GT3 circuit. Changes include a lightweight crankshaft, dry sump lubrication and new valve trains for better reliability and greater performance.

The 600-bhp engine is mounted over the front axle for optimal weight distribution, which powers the rear wheels via a carbon fiber propshaft and six-speed sequential transmission -- perfect for leaving competitors in the dust.
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Racing Cars - The Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 showcases the trend of futuristic designs and advanced technologies in the racing car industry.
2. Performance Enhancements - The improvements made by Aston Martin's racing division, including the lightweight crankshaft and new valve trains, demonstrate the trend of continuous performance enhancements in racing cars.
3. Optimal Weight Distribution - The positioning of the engine over the front axle for optimal weight distribution reflects the trend of prioritizing balance and handling in racing car designs.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore opportunities to develop and market futuristic racing car concepts and advanced technologies.
2. Racing - The racing industry can leverage the trend of continuous performance enhancements and optimal weight distribution to gain a competitive edge in the market.
3. Technology - The technology industry can collaborate with racing car manufacturers to develop innovative solutions for advanced propulsion systems and lightweight materials.
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