Aston Martin DBS by Edo Competition

Aston Martin DBS by Edo Competition 08.03.2010

Top speed of 199 mph

By Michael Gauthier
March 8, 2010 6:00 am
Filed Under: Aston Martin, European, Tuners

Edo Competition has unveiled their tuning program for the Aston Martin DBS.

To beef up the sexy beast, Edo installed revised ECU software, a new exhaust system, special catalytic converters, and high flow air filters. Thanks to these changes, the DBS produces 550 PS (542 hp / 405 kW) and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque - an increase of 33 PS (32 hp / 25 kW) and 30 Nm (22 lb-ft). This enables the car to rocket from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph).

Underneath, the company added a high performance brake system, 21-inch wheels, and an adjustable sports suspension (which can vary the ride height, spring compression and rebound damping).

Inside, customers can order carbon fiber trim or exclusive leather upholstery in a color of their choice.

Source: Edo Competition

Press Release (Click to expand)

A luxury sportscar

The Aston Martin DBS, upgraded by edo competition - a truly luxurious sports car.

The 12-cylinder flagship from Aston Martin already produces 517 PS (380 kW; 510 hp) and boasts a top speed of more than 300 km/h (186 mph). Improving on those numbers while underlining the elegance and beautiful design of this British knockout and strengthening its sporting credentials was the goal declared by edo competition.

The power output was tackled first. It was agreed that 517 PS and 570 Nm (420 ft-lb) are not quite enough. The engine control unit was modified via software recalibration. Thanks to a new high performance exhaust system, special catalytic converters and high flow air filters, power output was increased to an impressive 550 PS and 600 Nm (442 ft-lb). This is enough power to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds and continue on to a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph). As a matter of principle all modifications performed by edo competition are calibrated and verified on a dynamometer. This way the true power output can be documented.

The high performance exhaust system, which was specially designed for the DBS, incorporates butterfly valves allowing it to produce a fantastically rich and sonorous sound. They further help increase the British luxury coupe's power and torque output. The exhaust comes with a programmable control system that monitors backpressure inside the exhaust and opens the 70 mm butterfly valves when a pre-determined level of backpressure is exceeded. The unique advantage of this system is that it provides good torque at low engine speeds without sacrificing top end horsepower. The exhaust system is made from stainless steel and the chromed exhaust tips accentuate the elegant design. The driver can adjust the sound of the DBS at any time using a remote control.

The edo competition sports suspension system for the DBS ensures exceptional ride comfort and superior driving dynamics. Thanks to its adjustability in height, compression and rebound damping, the setup can be matched to the customer's driving style. The new suspension provides more cornering grip while improving high speed stability and comfort.

The interior design of the DBS can be spiced up with the available carbon fiber shifter and shifter console, or the customer can opt for a custom interior in any color or material he desires, including handmade leather interiors.

To provide superior levels of grip, edo competition offers exclusive wheel/tire combinations. Featuring a new wheel design, the DBS is equipped with a set of 21 in. racing wheels. The three-piece wheels come with stainless steel outer rims and the customer can choose the stock tire dimensions or go with a set of Continental tires in the following dimensions: 255/ 30 ZR 21 (front), 295/ 25 ZR 21 (rear)

Performance and safety are a priority, which is why edo competition has developed a new high performance brake system. Front: 405 mm rotors with 6-piston monoblock calipers and performance brake pads. Rear: 380 mm rotors with 6-piston monoblock calipers and performance brake pads, including braided stainless steel brake lines.

As with all edo competition models, we set no limit to our customers' imaginations. Special interiors or lavish leather upholstery, individual requests are accommodated and executed with quality.

All modifications are carried out exclusively at edo competition Motorsport GmbH in Ahlen.

Comments

Zonda Addict
March 8, 2010 7:27 am
WOW! something that looks that good and can go 199 mph! I WANT ONE!!

Thorsteinn
March 8, 2010 8:47 am
That is an illegally good looking car.

sub39h
March 8, 2010 9:20 am
no what's illegal is thinking you can do a better job of styling than Aston Martin. you can't, so don't bother. the DBS was fine the way it was. just spray it in James Bond grey and it's the best looking car on the market.


Edited by user on March 8, 2010 at 9:20 am
Thorsteinn
March 8, 2010 12:44 pm
Since the car doesn´t have any exterior modifications, except for the rims, you could say that I was complimenting the existing DBS, couldn´t you?

sub39h
March 8, 2010 2:05 pm
you could, but even the rims spoil it.

Thorsteinn
March 8, 2010 2:14 pm
I think that´s just a matter of opinion.

joshg_5
March 8, 2010 2:14 pm
I agree with Thor, this car is pretty much stock cosmetically, and the rims don't change anything significantly in this scenario.

charlemagne
March 8, 2010 9:55 am
just perfect. love it.

MTC
March 8, 2010 10:57 am
can I have one with the stock wheels?

or better yet, put the mods into the V12 Vantage

dbehmoaras
March 8, 2010 2:16 pm
Now this is a tuning job. Edo realized correctly that the DBS could not look any better than it does, so the left the body alone. The rims they put on are not bad, but I prefer the stock ones. The guys at Edo knew that the DBS was a great car, and realized that it needed very small, if at all, modifying. One of the best tuning jobs IMHO.

Captain Scarlett
March 12, 2010 7:03 pm
And how much does the conversion cost?

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