2011 Aston Martin Rapide

Aston Martin has finally dropped detailed specs of its new high performance Rapide sports sedan. The Rapide was introduced in production form at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and is expected to reach dealerships early next year. The four-seater will be offered exclusively with Aston Martin's hand-built 6.0-liter V12 engine that produces 477 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 443 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 5,000 rpm. According to Aston Martin's claims, the Rapide can accelerate from standstill to 60mph in 5.1 seconds and reach an estimated maximum speed of 188 mph.