I've wondered in the throttle mapping is a factor in the different feel/driving experience between the 4.3 and 4.7. Reported differences in the 0-60 mph times is only a tenth of a second or so, which is the true description of performance. Yet some 4.7 owners say the 4.7 "feels much quicker." If the 4.3 gives 50% throttle at 50% pedal position but the 4.7 gives 65% throttle at 50% throttle position, the 4.7 will "feel faster." Or is this not the case? Has anyone measured actual throttle opening, related to throttle pedal movement on both cars?

@911obsessed

Күн бұрын

4.3L 0-60: 5.1sec 1/4 Mile: 13.5sec @106mph 4.7L 0-60: 4.3sec 1/4 Mile: 12.7sec @ 112mph Night and Day difference, also a much much better measure of actual acceleration is always the quarter mile. 0.8 seconds in the 1/4 is massive, hence why the 4.7 feels way faster (because it is)

Can't help but notice between the two cars that the 4.3L really has a much more raw exhaust note versus the 4.7L.

@pacrat90

2 жыл бұрын

I believe this 4.3 has modified cats. Early 4.7 sounds pretty much exactly the same as 4.3

@pietjeprecies7648

Жыл бұрын

That's a fact. The 4.3 has the best sound!!

Hi guys. Excellent review. Just discovered your channel while looking for Aston Martin info. In the market for one and this has been a big help. Keep up the great work.

exactly this comparison I have been looking for. Great review and very informative.

Hi Mike great video again. I've had my V8 4.7 for almost 4 years and love it. 👍👍 i found other drivers let you out and give the thumbs up 👍👍 compared to my Farrari test drive where I got the W***** hand wave off a couple of drivers haha.

Great vid Mike . You are increasing my want for a Aston greatly every week .

Great balanced review Mike, describes the differences really well

Excellent and informative review as always Mike.. 👏🏻

Wonderful review Mike, it really helped me decide which model is for me

Liked and subscribed. Very informative video. 👏 Thank you!

What a comprehensive and fantastic video. Plenty of food thought there.

Superb, informative review- very useful information. Top effort! :)

Great summary BR, came out of 996 15 month's ago into 2006 4.3, wafting and spirited driving is second to none. You really become attached to the whole ownership experience and the looks are to die for, it's such a rewarding car to wring out. Cheers

@usynnstradler

Жыл бұрын

This car is better than a 911 996?

@zrzzezolo7134

3 ай бұрын

Yes@@usynnstradler

Mature, sober assessment of a very emotional car!

Great video. what can also tick all the boxes as another great GT car is the Maserati gransport.

What I take from this: - if you want to do the driving - 4.3 - if you want the car to help - 4.7

Great insight, thanks!

Great, great content!! Thank you.

Great review btw!

Great review thank you

Great video your the best!!!

You can put a supersprint exhaust on this which gives you (dyno proven) 31hp and than a remap which will add about 25-30hp and voila 440hp and 450-460nm, not superfast but definitely fast enough and you are riding a beautifull timeless car which can actualy take some groceries.

@grahamdaws4775

7 ай бұрын

rubbish. Even Mike will tell you the max he could do with his manifolds, sports cats and remap is about an honest 415hp on a 4.3, maybe a tad more with the active inlet - as he explains, it gets a 4.3 to within a hair of a standard 4.7 in terms of top end. A different rear silencer adds almost nothing, maybe another 2-3hp at the very top end.

BR- rough estimate on cost for 4.3 performance upgrades you mention- exhaust system, remap ECU, suspension? Thx

Can you pls review DBS 2010-12 vs Vanquish 2013.

Sir....... interesting video!!!! But I wouldn’t piss about.... I would buy the V12 vantage and be a very happy chap!!!! Ian 👨‍🎤🇳🇿😇

can you explaine more about cats, and upgrade power on the 4,3 liter ?

I drove a manual 4.3 and a sport shift 4.7. The clutch in the 4.3 manual was very heavy at 24K miles. Are they all like that? Also, I’m 6 feet tall and all torso, so my eye level is above the top of the windshield even with the seat all the way to the lowest position but I didn’t notice this in the 4.7 cabrio that I drove. Does the 4.7 also have seats that lower more cause I didn’t notice this problem until I drove the older 4.3. These cars are pure class and beauty, but I did find the 4.3 felt more lethargic than my manual 997 and less nimble. The 997 is more of a sports car and very easy to drive fast. You do feel special driving the Aston for sure though!

Superb review as always. I think I'd be happy with the Vantage just as art, but I prefer the look of the 4.3 and I think that a higher-priced but 'minter' 4.3 would be my choice over an entry 4.7. Clutch aside, I do like the idea of keeping the car standard but suspect I would end up tempted by an increase in power.

was hunting for for a porsche 911 after watching this i think i will take a closer look at Aston martin thaks mike

@graygamingps4503

3 жыл бұрын

Have you purchased anything yet?

Great video mike. Personal view I've espoused for a while reflected here - If you want to work the car and the rev range more of the time in day to driving, 4.3. If you want to waft in the mid range, 4.7. Both cars are whatever speed you're driving at to illegal in a very short time. Personally I'd prefer, and have had for 5 years, 4.3. Wish I had the bilsteins though. I'm not sure what the cost is though - Mike?

@McGrowlers1

3 жыл бұрын

steven mackay I seem to recall in another video that the electronic bilstein damper come out at around £3,600 fitted.

The 4.3 seems to sound much nicer 13:43 than the 4.7 7:06 - were you revving the 4.3 out more in the video?

Both gorgeous but you have to ditch the terrible front plate mount!!!

2006 4.3 with 8700miles manual or 2008 4.7 with 44700 miles sport shift ? Switzerland so no upgrades really available due to the local rules. Both in very good condition.

@raymondmookhram5127

2 жыл бұрын

4.3 manual. It is just that bit more of a timeless look and feel.

They both feel slow after driving a GTR lol. But at least they are super cool looking and they have a very nice interior.

Just asking...Has "this" Vantage V8 series ever been powered by AMG engines ? Possibly the AM - AMG partnership got started in 2013/2014 but I might be wrong. Thanks for any info.

@nigelsmith1198

Жыл бұрын

Nope.!! Jag/Ford engines I believe…… AMG didn’t come along for years..

Looking at the prices quoted I am struggling to find any sub 30k options. £25k no chance. Any advice where to look ideally a roadster around the £30k mark would be what I am looking at.

@fkfakemusic3172

2 жыл бұрын

I also try looking and its not a cheap as his "area" maybe. yup 30k is about right

How many miles will a 4.7 do if looked after?

Great info Mike, does a pre-2010/11 DB9 also make a reliable daily driver?

@jamesmcdonald1889

3 жыл бұрын

As long as you keep on top of the servicing I think you’ll be okay, my dad has a post 2008 facelift db9 and it’s served him unbelievably well. I would recommend storing the car in a garage as they seem to get very crusty around the edges when left outside, we looked at many cars before buying his current one. If you’re in the market for one he’s thinking of selling soon and I’m happy to send you though the details if you like.

@oldschool1993

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamesmcdonald1889 HaHa- " it's a great car and dad loves it-- he wants to get rid of it now"

@jamesmcdonald1889

3 жыл бұрын

@@oldschool1993 Yep, he wants a classic. He only bought the db9 to enjoy whilst be built the workshop for his classic I do see why you’d found it funny though!

4.3 is stronger no doubt.

Only thing missing is From Russia with love theme And maybe a sharp suitSir😎

How about Automatic, more or less power

You’d better watch the road vs addressing the camera every couple of seconds) however, the video is good, thanks)

N400 vs 4.7 would be interesting

@maxoberg4642

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@andreasimhoff1920

3 жыл бұрын

@@maxoberg4642 Yes, I think so too! A general comparison of the Vantage special models would be interesting.

Decisions, decisions. Which on shall I take for a drive, today?

£35.000 is the cheapest 4.3 currently for sale in Sweden 😢

4.3 makes the better noise? 🤔

@nigelsmith1198

Жыл бұрын

Exhaust been changed I expect

Good but the first car is the same as the second. Dirty glass, same steering wheel, same seat ply on the top and same microphone on the top left on the screen! Weird!

@adztheangel

Жыл бұрын

Check the wing mirror - different colour for both cars

Just wondering. Is your logo meant to look kind of like MF Dooms mask?

No one what's them..... they're beat.

Why don’t I get any answers on my mails? I’ve decided to buy a Porsche now.

@v10cylinder

Жыл бұрын

So, which Porsche model did you buy? Experience?

@andrewjackson8089

Жыл бұрын

@@v10cylinder he didn’t buy anything because he’s full of shite.

Whichever is cheaper and just Ls swap it