Geneva Auto Show 2009: Aston Martin V12 Vantage

It was teased last year with the V12 Vantage RS concept, but it was pretty clear even then that a production vehicle was all but certain.Aston Martin presented the most potent production sports car in the marque's 95-year history at the Geneva motor show on 3rd March.

Geneva 2009: Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Based on the hugely successful V8 Vantage, the V12 Vantage will feature a 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h) and 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 4.2 seconds.Ginormous ceramic brakes, liberal use of carbon fiber and vastly stiffened spring rates ensure that the V12 Vantage is more than just a gussied up version of its V8-powered sibling.

Geneva 2009: Aston Martin V12 Vantage

The V12 Vantage will be built at Aston Martin's global headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire joining the DBS, DB9 and V8 Vantage model lines which are built in the state-of-the-art production facility combining hi-tech manufacturing processes with traditional hand-craftsmanship.

Geneva 2009: Aston Martin V12 Vantage

The British sports car maker revealed that the V12 Vantage is based on a limited 1000-unit production run and potential owner can expect deliveries by the third quarter of this year.