Aston Martin Vantage DTM


The Aston Martin Vantage DTM is a "Class One" touring car constructed by the British car manufacturer Aston Martin for use in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters. The Vantage DTM was the first Aston Martin DTM car since its entry to the sport from the 2019 season with the joint-development by HWA. Aston Martin Vantage DTM made DTM début ahead of 2019 DTM season under Class One regulations.

Development

HWA AG began development, design and construction of the Vantage DTM chassis in October 2018. The first Vantage DTM chassis was assembled in February 2019, with the first vehicle completed in early-March. Built by HWA AG in Affalterbach, Germany; the completed Vantage DTM was revealed at Circuito de Jerez on 4 March 2019.
The Vantage DTM is fitted with an inline-4 HWA engine rated at extra push-to-pass and coupled to a 6-speed semi-automatic transmission. It features steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, engine electronics and the central display from the Aston Martin Vantage, larger and wider tires from Hankook, 32-gallons safety fuel tank inside carbon fiber cell, and a large rear wing. In accordance with DTM regulations, side-impact zones designed by Zylon and Rohacell are incorporated into construction of the car. The fuel tank is also integrated into the carbon fiber monocoque for greater safety and reduced fire risk.

Début

The first shakedown of Aston Martin Vantage DTM was carried by Paul di Resta on 4 March 2019 at Circuito de Jerez.
The Vantage DTM made its official test début at EuroSpeedway Lausitz on 14 April 2019 and will make its race début at Hockenheimring on 3 May 2019.