Aston Martin DBS and Its Braking System
It is said that the DBS is the ultimate expression of Aston Martin’s engineering and technical ability. It offers pure performance without compromise. The DBS delivers the complete driving experience and bridges the gap between our road and track cars – the DB9 and DBR9.
The Aston Martin DBS is a 6.0-litre V12 powered, race-bred, two-seater shaped by the aerodynamic demands of high performance, with an exquisite interior made of hand-finished materials with the very latest in performance technology.
The braking system found on the Aston Martin DBS is as sophisticated as the powerplant. Standard brakes are massive Carbon Ceramic Matrix (CCM) discs, with 6-piston calipers (4-piston in the rear) and anti-lock control. Carbon brakes are lighter than conventional iron brakes, reducing unsprung weight and rotational mass, further enhancing handling.
On the other hand, front and rear suspension is of an independent double-wishbone design with coil springs, monotube adaptive dampers and sway bars to complete the hardware. All suspension geometry has been optimized to prevent lift, dive or squat under various driving conditions, while offering a driving experience without compromise.
A combination of elegant design, innovative manufacturing processes, race-derived materials and components and Aston Martin’s unrivalled hand-build expertise makes the DBS a luxury sports car without equal. Every line, crease and curve conveys the enormous potential of the DBS, a seductive blend of refinement and raw power, provided by the hand-built V12 producing 380kW (510bhp/517PS), a top speed of 191mph (302km/h) and a 0-62mph (0-100km/h) time of 4.3 seconds.
Other exciting features include a 700 watt Dolby Pro Logic II sound system, hard drive-based navigaion, Bluetooth integration, MP3 connectivity and the interesting-sounding ignition ECU (Emotion Control Unit), which is fancy talk for the DBS’ bejeweled keyfob. The slot for it is in the Engine Start button itself, and when inserted, the button glows red. The driver simply presses the ECU flush to fire the engine, which, incidentally, we desperately want to hear in person.