Aston Martin Vulcan

Aston Martin Vulcan
Car information
Year	2016
Make	Aston Martin
Origin	United Kingdom
Type	Limited Production
Engine	7.0 L Naturally Aspirated V12
Power	820 hp (611 kW)
Torque	590 ft⋅lb (800 N·m)
Weight	2,998 lb (1,360 kg)
Front Distr.	54%
Transmission	6-speed sequential
Related	Aston Martin One-77 Aston Martin Vulcan Forza Edition (Forza Edition variant)

“For the record, the “Vulcan” name here is more closely related to Britain’s loud Cold War-era bombers than to the notoriously logical aliens in “Star Trek”. Nonetheless, the Vulcan is Aston Martin’s entry into the hypercar market, and there will only be 24 of these track-only vehicles built. Those lucky enough to accept the offer of purchase will find 800 hp ready to thrill from the race-inspired V12. The asking price? Somewhere north of $2 million, but the uncanny lines and performance should inspire the appropriately logical responses of longing stares and envious eyes.”

The 2016 Aston Martin Vulcan (Aston Vulcan, AM Vulcan) is a track-only hypercar produced by Aston Martin between 2015 and 2016. It made its Forza series debut in Forza Horizon 3 via the The Smoking Tire Car Pack.

The AM Vulcan, designed by Aston Martin's creative officer Marek Reichman, takes inspiration from the then-current Aston Martin models, like the DB9, Vantage, and One-77. Its name is derived from the Cold War-era Avro Vulcan delta wing bomber. 24 units of the Vulcan, each priced at US$2.3 million, were produced.

Overview

Design

The AM Vulcan is a front-engined hypercar, with a large fixed rear wing and an aggressive front splitter without any bumper canards. The thin headlights are flush with the front bumper, sitting closer to the splitter. Like with many Aston Martin models before it, the Vulcan uses swan doors.

The AM Vulcan is a front-biased car, with a 54% / 46% weight distribution. It has a weight rating of 2,998 lb (1,360 kg), with the body and chassis constructed out of lightweight carbon fiber.

Specifications

The AM Vulcan's engine is a 6,949 cc (7 L; 424.1 in³) naturally aspirated V12, mounted in an aluminum alloy chassis with a carbon fiber body. It has a maximum power output of 820 hp (831 PS; 611 kW) at 7,750 rpm and 590 ft·lb (800 N·m) of torque at 6,500 rpm.

Engine power delivery is selectable using a selector knob in the car, with three options:

• The first option allows for 500 hp (507 PS; 373 kW).
• The second option raises the car's power to 675 hp (684 PS; 503 kW).
• The third and last option unlocks the full 820 hp (831 PS; 611 kW).

The Vulcan uses a six-speed sequential transmission driving the rear wheels.

Performance

The Vulcan is equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires and carbon ceramic brakes measuring 380 mm (15 in) at the front and 360 mm (14.2 in) at the rear. The Vulcan is also capable of downforce exceeding its curb weight of 2,998 lb (1,360 kg), although exact figures at specific speeds have not been disclosed.

Performance figures

• 0 - 60 mph (0 - 97 km/h): 3 seconds
• 0 - 100 mph (0 - 161 km/h): 5.7 seconds
• Top speed: 205 mph (330 km/h)
• Power-to-weight: 603 hp (611 PS; 450 kW) per tonne, 3.66 lb (1.66 kg) per horsepower

Variants

Aston Martin Vulcan Forza Edition (2016)

Main article: Aston Martin Vulcan Forza Edition

The Aston Martin Vulcan Forza Edition is a special Forza Edition variant of the Vulcan, with a Clean Skills Boost built in.

Gameplay

The AM Vulcan's main specialties are its extreme handling and braking, giving it dominance over handling-focused routes. It easily sticks to corners at high speeds, which can be attributed to by its massive amount of generated downforce. These traits make handling-focused tracks its specialty.

Forza Horizon 3

The AM Vulcan is unable to reach Class X or even the top of Class S2 (S2 998), making it something of a collector's item due to its limited competitive potential. Its top speed is also disappointingly low, at 313 km/h (194 mph). As such, it is recommended to avoid high-speed routes when driving the AM Vulcan.

Conversions

• Drivetrain
  • AWD

Forza Motorsport 7

The AM Vulcan is unlockable as a Showcase Reward in the Seeker Elite Championship. Its top speed is considerably higher than in Forza Horizon 3. Unlike the latter, the Forza Motorsport 7 AM Vulcan has no conversions.

The AM Vulcan is by far one of the best-handling hypercars in the game, alongside the McLaren Senna, to the point where it outshines even the Ferrari FXX K and McLaren P1 GTR, its closest real-life competitors, in Class R.

Forza Horizon 4

The AM Vulcan is now more competitive, as it can receive the Ferrari F50 GT's 4.7 L racing V12 as an engine swap option, enabling it to reach both the top of Class S2 and Class X. Its top speed has also been increased from Forza Horizon 3, making it more competitive on high-speed routes, although it ultimately remains inferior to the likes of the Apollo Intensa Emozione, Ferrari F40 Competizione, Maserati MC12 Versione Corsa, and Mosler MT900S.

In addition, the AM Vulcan comes with a Forza Edition variant: the Aston Martin Vulcan Forza Edition.

Conversions

• Engine Swap
  • Racing V12 - Ferrari F50 GT
• Drivetrain
  • AWD

Gallery

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  The AM Vulcan in Forza Horizon 3.

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  Front-quarter view of the AM Vulcan in Forza Horizon 4.

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  Rear-quarter view of the Vulcan.

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  The front engine bay housing the Vulcan's V12.

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  The rear compartment found in front of the Vulcan's rear wing housing the rear suspension.

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  The race interior of the Vulcan.

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  The Vulcan's steering wheel, cluster gauges, and dashboard.

Appearances

• Forza Horizon 3
  • The Smoking Tire Car Pack (first appearance)
• Forza Motorsport 7
• Forza Horizon 4